Reviews for Incredible Vegetables from Self-Watering Containers: Using Ed's Amazing POTS System

The average rating for Incredible Vegetables from Self-Watering Containers: Using Ed's Amazing POTS System based on 2 reviews is 4.5 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2013-01-14 00:00:00 Brian Gadula I'm going to be completely honest with you here- I gave this book four stars solely based on the pictures and the pleasing layout. There is a section in this book depicting some arrangements for herb/veggie gardens in large self watering containers, and I was inspired by the combinations of plants. I picked up this book because I want to plant some shade dwelling greens and herbs in my craft room, and was searching for some pointers and inspiration. This book delivered, and fulfilled my own personal needs. But I want to tell you true, there is nothing particularly innovative or original about the information you will find in here. Want to know this fella's "POTS" system? Go to the store and buy self watering containers, and then plant herbs and veggies in them. There really isn't much of a system. The author shares a fertilizer formula, but NOWHERE in this book does he tell you how to make your own self watering containers. If you want information on creating self watering containers yourself, don't bother with this. Google it, because you can get it free online, and there are very good you tube videos on how to make self watering containers. The author mentions a kit that will convert regular pots into self watering containers, but he doesn't bother informing us where to purchase or order them. That's a pretty big blunder, in my opinion, and really I ought to give this one three stars... but... I got what I wanted out of the whole deal, so the fourth star must be handed out! If you are a newbie grower with a porch, balcony, or some indoor space who is looking to grow herbs and veggies in self watering containers this book isn't a bad pick. Like I said, the layout is great, and the information provided is easy to comprehend and follow. The author does a good job telling about how to plant and when to harvest, and covers pest control, etc. The major mistake was mentioning his "POTS" system on the cover. It gives one the impression of, well, you know, that maybe this dude hand crafts these cool containers and is going to show us how to do it as well. Still, he seems like a nice guy, and if you are a visual person like me you might get something out of reading this.

Review # 2 was written on 2019-12-06 00:00:00 Bernardo Sebastian Probably the best gardening book I've read to date. Easy to read, with lots of photos. Helpful info whether you're new to gardening or have been for a while. Section on herbs, pests (and avoiding pesticides), composting and more.