Grow more food, with more confidence — right in your own backyard.
If you've ever dreamed of harvesting abundant, beautiful vegetables at home—but felt overwhelmed by where to start—In Your Garden shows you how to grow like a professional, using simple, proven methods adapted for everyday life.
From world-renowned market gardener Jean-Martin Fortier, this practical, full-color guide brings the power of biointensive, ecological farming into the home garden—helping you create a space that is productive, resilient, and deeply rewarding.
What You'll Gain
- The confidence to design and manage a highly productive home garden
- Clear, step-by-step methods for growing vegetables from seed to harvest
- A deeper understanding of soil health, organic fertility, and plant care
- Practical systems that maximize yield—even in small spaces
- The skills to grow fresh, nutrient-dense food across the seasons
Rather than offering scattered tips, this book provides a complete, field-tested approach to growing food efficiently, naturally, and with intention.
Practical Methods for Real Home Gardens
Drawing from decades of experience on a world-class microfarm, Fortier translates professional techniques into accessible systems you can apply at home:
- Plan and design your garden for productivity and ease
- Build healthy, living soil using organic methods
- Select the right tools and streamline your workflow
- Grow, harvest, and store vegetables throughout the year
- Cultivate herbs, maximize flavor, and create visually beautiful garden spaces
If you're looking for practical ways to grow more food with less guesswork, this guide offers clarity grounded in real-world success.
Grow Like a Pro — At Home
This book is especially helpful for gardeners who want more than a hobby garden.
Rather than focusing only on inspiration, In Your Garden shows how small-scale, ecological growing systems can be adapted to backyard spaces—helping you achieve reliable harvests while working with nature.
Whether you are just starting out or refining your approach, the methods scale to yo...