Jerry Baker's Backyard Problem Solver (2004, Hardcover, Illustrated)

I bought this book for my husband, who has trouble reading, but loves to garden. It is GREAT for him and I like it, too! Fairly large, easy to read print, using everyday language. Each topic is in a short paragraph - no long chapters to read to get to what you really wanted to know! This book deals with preparations of the soil before planting, nourishment after planting, recipes for sprays, common garden problems and how to fix them. Jerry doesn't know the answer to everything, (if someone claims that, beware!), but he combines science and tradition to come up with stuff that works. Many of his treatments are organic or use commonly available items, like beer, dishsoap, and tobacco. I have tried several of his sprays and my garden of roses, foliage and vegetables seems to be doing better this summer, despite terrible heat. The anti-aphid spray, the epsom salt for the roses, the common sense solutions... they work and they are laid out in a nice format for browsing while you watch tv. If there is a complaint, it might be that info on a particular topic might be scattered through the book. BUT there is a good index and the reason it is in different places is that the same spray may be used for different plants or pests. This is a nice basic reference book for the home gardener who hates buying heavy duty chemicals all the time.

This book is going to be one of my go to boods for all my garden and lawn needs. Also the book has many useful tips on house plants.
I would defintlly say that this book is a must for all new home buyers. It is without a doubt very helpful to anyone who would like to have a great look yard and garden.

Hey - I love this book. It's easy to read and right to the point. Not only that - it makes sense. Forget the chemicals - do what comes naturally. If you want to help save the planet, save your enviornment - heck - save your life - we should all be using these methods!

I feel that it is very informative, about simple and inexpensive, as well as environment-friendly ways to resolve yard and garden problems. I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in saving time, money, and the environment!

This is the fourth book by Jerry Baker that I own. It is easy to read and quite helpful. I especially like the easy to make "receipes" he includes.

Great Tips...With Things around the house. Was borrowed from a friend and had to have our own copy.Would Recommend to any one that loves their yard and needs answers to problems.

This book was perscribed to me by my step father. I run an after school program and we were looking for ways to take care of some pesky problems while not hurting the enviroment or the students. This book has so many helpful tips and tricks that it will amaze you. From potions to help your plants, to how to deal with bugs/animals in the garden; all of which are earth friendly! Happy reading!

I love the way Jerry Baker writes, so you can understand it. The answers to all your questions and some answers I hadn't even thought of. WOW,an excellent choice for a reminder of what to do and a good refernce guide.

Excellent book, clear, precise, and easy to use. I always look for Jerry Baker's books since they are so practical.

How can you do this...the price was unbelieveable, the shipping was fast I expected to receive it in about a week...but you were all over it!!! hope to do business again with you.

Bought this for a friend. I've had my copy for years, loaded with helpful suggestions for enviromentally friendly solutions to garden pest problems. Also extremely helpful for any gardening questions.

I bought it as a gift for my master gardener mother for her birthday. She loves it. She is able to keep up with her education and look at what other people describe as their problems.

Witty and insightful! Jerry has saved my yard and garden! Whipping up his little garden tonics takes little to no effort and my yard reaps all the awards. I read his book every night before bed! This man is a GENIUS!

Jerry Baker's Backyard Problem Solver (2004) was recommended to me by my neighbors highly paid gardner. He uses it all the time with excellent results. He paid $60.00 for it on a PBS special........I paid MUCH less on E-Bay!!!
Terrific book, a MUST have for any gardner!!
Chemical free insect control really works.

this book is very nice and weird,but it does helps you out.it has weird combinations to make your yard better.
i do recommend this book.

This book has alot of useful, practical information. There are solutions for everyday plant & pest problems that are eco-friendly, alot of them using common household products. Best of all, they actually work! This is one of the best garden books around.