{"product_id":"hot-beds-how-to-grow-early-crops-using-an-age-old-technique-how-to-grow-early-crops-using-an-age-old-technique-second-edition-9781399419635","title":"Hot Beds: How to Grow Early Crops Using an Age-Old Technique: How to Grow Early Crops Using an Age-Old Technique: Second Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA practical guide to cultivating out-of-season vegetables in small spaces, using the age-old technique of growing in hot beds.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe ancient method of hot-bed gardening, once favoured by both the Romans and the Victorians, uses the natural heat generated by decomposing organic matter to grow out-of-season vegetables in small spaces. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this practical guide, hot-bed pioneer Jack First shows how to adapt and modernise this age-old method to suit today's gardens. With just stable manure (or eco-friendly alternatives), a simple wooden frame and a modest space, you could be harvesting crisp salads in March and new potatoes in early April. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing hundreds of photographs, this accessible book gives you everything you need to build and maintain your own hot bed. With clear step-by-step instructions, a detailed calendar year and helpful diagrams, it's a must have for anyone looking to extend their growing season in a sustainable, budget-friendly way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Green Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/10\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781399419635\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 208","brand":"Jack First","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52107834261685,"sku":"9781399419635","price":20.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_33e1794c-cb14-4e45-ade9-a541bef7c975.jpg?v=1765862616","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/hot-beds-how-to-grow-early-crops-using-an-age-old-technique-how-to-grow-early-crops-using-an-age-old-technique-second-edition-9781399419635","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}