Anyone interested in cultivating an organic garden in a tropical environment will find Tropical Organic Gardening—Hawaiian Style to be an essential guide. Since its original publication as Organic Gardening in Hawaii more than two decades ago, interest in organic food production has grown significantly. Increasing awareness around personal well-being and environmental stewardship has reshaped how people approach farming and gardening.

Author Richard Stevens draws on years of hands-on experimentation to offer practical knowledge and thoughtful insight. His deep understanding of tropical gardening is informed by experience in diverse regions, including Guam, Vietnam, and China. The book also explores traditional agricultural practices of old Hawaiʻi, offering a window into life before chemical inputs and placing organic gardening within a meaningful historical context. Core organic principles are thoughtfully adapted to tropical climates and locally available resources. Beginning with the foundations of healthy soil, the book guides readers through natural pest management, companion planting, and organic fertilization. It also provides nutritional information and cultivation tips for commonly grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Clear, easy-to-reference tables outline solutions for nutrient deficiencies and insect issues, while the broader environmental consequences of chemical agriculture are thoughtfully examined.

Both practical and artfully written, Richard Stevens’s book elevates a gardening manual into a lyrical celebration of the natural world. Reading it is an invitation to share in the author’s reverence for the earth, deepen one’s connection to nature, and rediscover the pleasure of growing food organically.

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by Richard Stevens

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paperback  |   84 pages   |   5.5" x 8.5"   |   B&W

Bess Press