Survival Gardening

Survival Gardening does what it promises; teaches you and prepares you for (survival) gardening.
The keeping of rabbits or parts of the foraging do not personally appeal to me, and I certainly know little about gardening, foraging and farming, though I found this book to be a useful, engaging and easy-to-follow book to improve my gardening skills and keep as a reference.

"Survival Gardening" by Sam Coffman is an indispensable resource that merges practical gardening techniques with survival strategies. Coffman expertly navigates the intersection of horticulture and preparedness, providing readers with a comprehensive manual that is both informative and engaging.

The book covers a wide range of topics, from soil health and plant selection to sustainable practices and foraging. Each section is filled with clear instructions, helpful illustrations, and valuable tips that make even the most complex concepts accessible to beginners.

What sets this book apart is Coffman’s deep understanding of both gardening and survivalism. His advice is grounded in real-world experience, making it not only theoretically sound but also highly practical. Whether you're looking to start a backyard garden, enhance your self-sufficiency, or prepare for emergency situations, "Survival Gardening" offers the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed.

Sam Coffman’s passion for the subject shines through every page, making this a must-read for anyone interested in growing their own food and becoming more self-reliant. Highly recommended!

I want to preface my review by sharing that I'm not a prepper, but I do like to grow a lot of my own food. I found this book to be really informative and helpful. The photos included in instructions clearly illustrated the point and I thought the descriptions were accessible, even for folks who may not already garden very much. I really appreciated the emphasis on how long things take to grow, because I think even for someone who isn't responding in a crisis, this gives new gardeners really good expectations for what timing will be like.

I definitely think this is a book I'd like to have on hand, and it would be most helpful as a physical copy!

Covering a wide range of topic, this book addresses everything from soil health and plant selection to sustainable practices and foraging. The topics are accompanied by illustrations that help the visual learner and clearn instructions that even beginners can follow. Whether you want to lean toward being a prepper or just want to learn how to grow your own salad, this guide is full of practical advice to get you started.

Although Survival Gardening would make a fine addition to any library gardening or sustainable living collection, it seems ideal for the smaller library where every book needs to do double duty. Coffman manages to pack a huge amount of information into a small and accessible space, in many ways mirroring the small scale/sustainable yield techniques discussed on the page.

Leading the reader from the extremely basic first steps of growing food crops through to much more sophisticated techniques of land management with a reassuring tone and excellent photographs, Survival Gardening will engage those who are just starting out as well as those who have been exploring off grid sustainability for years. A perfect companion book for readers of Mother Earth News or MaryJane's Farm, and an excellent addition to any library collection! Thank you to NetGalley for access to this informative arc.

This book has everything you could imagine when it comes to Survival Gardening. It covers the many ways of composting, how to make different types of gardening beds, and a few recipes on what you can make with some of the unique plants you grow. I learned of all sorts of ideas and some of these I had never heard of before.

This book has a ton of ideas and methods for gardening. I think is one of the best gardening books out there.

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Knowing you have a plan makes all the difference in the world. The author makes this subject so approachable, so doable.

Ideas are given to prepare now before a survival situation. Details are given what to do in order once a disaster strikes. That information is invaluable at making me feel calm and reassured. Having a list I can go to when I am already stressed is always a great idea.

The chapter in choosing what to grow solidified for me what options I want to think of. Nutrient rich options will be what I need to know about, and these pages gave me lots to think about. Irrigation, bed style, and fertilizing is also briefly covered.

I enjoyed this book and appreciated the concept of being prepared that this book covers.

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We don’t know what lies ahead so we prepare for emergencies by purchasing insurance. While I believe insurance is important it will not feed us. It is up to each family to be prepared. Our household keeps at least a 3-month supply of food in the pantry but what will we do after 3 months? Author Sam Coffman has the solution. We must learn to grow our food and to preserve it. He discusses the need to look at crops that are healthy and provide the most nutrients. We also need crops that have a high yield. The crops we raise must have seed we can save for the next year…that means using heirloom seeds. The crops we raise need to be space saving. We may not have access to store bought foods. There is so much more to learn from this Sam Coffman in his book Survival Gardening.
Thank you NetGalley for providing a copy for review.

This excellent book on survival gardening covers seasonal planting, seed selection, composting, water management, dietary recipes, and includes a chapter on foraging.

An incredibly helpful resource for anyone who wants to learn about gardening for survival. You don't have to be a prepper to glean its benefits. Any gardener or wannabe will find it filled with easy to follow ideas and techniques. A winner!

This book is an absolute essential. It shows us how to grow for survival or rather to be self- sufficient and has many handy tips to help you succeed. With the cost of living, world on the brink, we need this more than ever. I’ll most certainly be applying this to my garden and have started making plans using the book as a guide.

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Every single person needs this book. Can you imagine the impact that it would make on the world, if everyone had access to a survival garden? I love the layout of this book, it's easy to digest and will become to your go-to book for a life changing garden.

a little doom preppy but I really enjoyed the formatting and information in this book from what to plant first if in an emergency to how to rotate crops correctly and store long term. definitely a book to keep on hand!

In a time when the cost of living is rising, and food security is becoming increasingly important, Survival Gardening by Sam Coffman is a no-nonsense guide that offers practical advice on growing your own food, ensuring both a steady supply of fresh produce and potential savings.

This book covers various topics, from growing microgreens to harvesting fast-growing vegetables in as little as five weeks.

It's packed with valuable information that applies to gardeners in various climates. I found the water conservation section particularly useful, as I live in a very hot climate. The tips provided have given me the knowledge I need to implement effective strategies for my garden.

I plan to implement the section on quick-growing vegetables during the next growing season. Knowing I can harvest vegetables within five weeks offers a practical solution for anyone looking to achieve quick results in their garden.

Overall, Survival Gardening is a fantastic reference for anyone looking to grow their own food. It's full of essential information and easy to navigate, making it a resource you'll return to time and time again.

Thank you to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for gifting me an e-book ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Survival Gardening is an absolute game changer. Learned SO much! Will be purchasing, no hesitation.