Confused by all the claims made about organic gardening products? Cut through the hype with this book by Jeff Gillman, professor of horticulture at the University of Minnesota. It’s filled with information about organic and synthetic methods of gardening, whether they live up to their promises and how they affect our environment. You’ll learn:

• The basic science behind the products, along with their benefits and drawbacks
• How to understand pesticide-, weed-, insect- and other controls
• Bottom line statement at the end of each section sums up what you’ve just read