Gardening - Reference

In the new edition of the bestselling indoor styling book Green: Plants for Small Spaces, Indoors and Out, Jason Chongue explains and simplifies how to look after plants in small urban spaces. In this practical and personal guide, Chongue shows us how to create...

Growing your own medicine is empowering--learn how with plant activists Dan Jason and Rupert Adams. Many common, easy-to-grow plants can energize or soothe, stimulate the immune system, aid in sleep or digestion, help to heal injuries, change blood pressure, reverse inflammation, soothe a sore...

Table of Contents Introduction Planning a Childrens' Garden Mini Landscape Garden A Pond Garden A Rose Garden A Map Garden Miniature Garden Window boxes and Pots Materials and Size of the Box Attaching Your Window Box Filling Your Window Box Maintaining Your Window Boxes...

Whatever your struggle, whether lack of space, unpredictable climate, or lack of sun, leading plant specialist (and flower whisperer) Jac Semmler will introduce you to forty of the most beautiful and easiest flowers to grow in any garden, pot, or box. You'll learn the...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The 2025 Maria Thun Biodynamic Almanac adapted for North American (EST) times. The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, trusted by farmers and gardeners for over 60 years. The simple, two-week-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to...

Are you interested in learning about the ancient practice of Native American Herbalism Look no further than this comprehensive guide that explores the history, beliefs, and traditional healing practices of various Native American tribes?Discover the importance of spiritual connection and the use of medicinal...

"A Fertility Program for Growing Vegetables" is a classic guide to growing vegetables focusing on fertilisers. It looks at what fertilisers should be used in which circumstances, offering advice and scientific information for the farmer or Gardner. Although old, this volume contains timeless information...

Create green outdoor spaces no matter how small and see how transformative they can be. Gardener and activist Tayshan Hayden Smith demonstrates 20 different practical projects you can create to positively change small outdoor spaces and pulls out inspiration from a variety of successful...

A friendly journey through the captivating world of terrariums--from the creator of one of the most famous terrariums ever. Hello Tiny World will inspire a wide readership to discover the tiny wonder of a different kind of container gardening in their own homes--no outdoor...

Grow your garden skills with expert advice and proven techniques This easy-to-use book brings you a bounty of tips and tricks so you're guaranteed a green thumb, even if you've never sown a seed before. Learn how to maximize your space, keep your plants...

Wall and Water Gardens is a comprehensive guide to designing and creating beautiful gardens that incorporate both walls and water features. The author, Gertrude Jekyll, is a renowned British garden designer and writer who has created some of the most iconic gardens in England....

The Philodendron Birkin is a specific cultivar of the widespread Philodendron genus. This cultivar is renowned for its striking appearance, which is exemplified by its vibrant green foliage with distinctive variegation.The leaves of Philodendron Birkin typically feature creamy-white to light-yellow stripes or streaks that...

Offering boundless possibilities for cleverly decorating small areas indoors and out, container gardening is fun and easy. This practical guide covers everything you need to know to design and maintain your own container garden, including illustrated step-by-step instructions for choosing the best container for...

Even with the best planning and care, every garden can run into a problem or two. Whether you are beset with beetles or blighted by blackspot, The Garden Problem Solver has the solution. Guided by the team of experts at Gardeners' World - including...

This beautiful and comprehensive volume on easy-to-grow geraniums (pelargoniums) provides a wealth of new information for hobby growers from all climates, including valuable tips on the challenges each region presents. Chapters provide detailed background on the many varieties of geraniums, including scented leaf pelargoniums,...

Bartram's Garden, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1904) is a book that provides a comprehensive description of the famous Bartram's Garden located in Philadelphia. The book is written by the John Bartram Association, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the legacy of John Bartram, the...

"The Organic Home" is a comprehensive and empowering guide that takes readers on a journey into the world of organic home production. From cultivating vibrant gardens to raising organic livestock, this book serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking a deeper connection to...

""Leaves of Morya's Garden Book One: The Call 1924"" is a spiritual book written by Nicholas Roerich. The book is a collection of spiritual teachings that were transcribed by Roerich during his visit to the Himalayas in the early 1920s. The teachings are attributed...

This beautifully illustrated dictionary provides gardeners and botanists with a comprehensive reference guide to horticulture. It includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of a wide range of plants and gardening techniques, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in gardening.This work has been selected...

This is a comprehensive guide to the science and art of horticulture. It covers all aspects of plant cultivation and care, from soil preparation and fertilization to pruning and harvesting. The author, Liberty Hyde Bailey, was a renowned horticulturist and professor of agriculture at...

You can grow almost anything in a container--and do it almost anywhere! Whether you're tight for space, time, money, or other resources or just want to keep things satisfyingly simple, container gardening is the perfect way not only to explore your love of plants...

Become a green thumb in no time with this fun plant care deck. Looking for tips on how to care for your plants? Look no further than this deck of 50 cards! Featuring a wide variety of indoor plants, from the African Milk Tree...

The Fern Paradise is a beautiful and passionate plea for the cultivation of ferns. It describes the different species of ferns and their characteristics, providing practical advice on how to grow them successfully. The book is full of illustrations that bring the beauty of...

This ground-breaking new book shows how easy it is for seniors to carry on gardening, into and way beyond retirement. It looks at different kinds of homes and the gardens they provide, assessing the location, local climate and soil type and evaluating problems such...

Eat homegrown food all year round and save money on your weekly shop by following a simple plan for self-sufficiency. Huw Richards and Sam Cooper have spent the past two years planning and trialing their very own self-sufficiency garden in a 10x12.5m plot and...

Do you know that everything that is good for planet Earth is good for the economy and also for the consumer?Would you like to know a plant that is simply cultivated, that has excellent properties in the field of construction and that helps our...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Highlighting more than 1,000 plants--from trees and shrubs to vines and grasses--this updated edition of Odenwald and Turners guide keeps with a traditional emphasis on the practical use of plants to solve and prevent landscape design problems. Annotation: Highlighting more than 1,000 plants--from trees...

If you, like many gardeners, have a fascination for plant names and their derivations, but stop short of wanting to study botanical nomenclature in great depth, this book is for you! Precise naming is essential to be able to identify plants accurately and most...

Create the ideal lawn for your space and know how to look after it with Grow Lawns. Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Lawns contains everything you need to know to choose and maintain the perfect lawn - whether that means formal straight lines, a...

Discover how to assess, grow, and maintain a shady garden. Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Shade Garden contains everything you need to create a flourishing garden full of color, texture, and scent in a shady space. Learn how to grow and care for various...

Planting for Wildflowers is a practical, illustrated guide for people wanting to encourage more pollinators to their outdoor space. Packed with interesting facts, environmental and habitat information as well as easy to achieve planting ideas, this book is a celebration of native blooms to...

The Curtiss Botanical Magazine is a stunning collection of botanical illustrations, accompanied by detailed descriptions and information about the plants depicted. With over 125 volumes, this comprehensive botanical reference is perfect for botanists, gardeners, and anyone interested in the beauty and diversity of plant...

Learn all about common weeds and how they affect your garden to make informed decisions about the plants you want in your patch - and how to manage those that you don't. Figuring out which weed is which can be tricky for new and...

A book for newcomers to the Lowcountry of South Carolina to help them figure out what grows here, what doesn't and where to find the best information.Author: Darren SheriffISBN-10: 171914740XISBN-13: 9781719147408Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/13/2018Pages: 372Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.52lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

The Curtiss Botanical Magazine is a stunning collection of botanical illustrations, accompanied by detailed descriptions and information about the plants depicted. With over 125 volumes, this comprehensive botanical reference is perfect for botanists, gardeners, and anyone interested in the beauty and diversity of plant...

The Handbook of Tree Planting: Or Why To Plant, Where To Plant, What To Plant, How To Plant is a book written by Nathaniel Hillyer Egleston in 1884. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in planting trees. It covers various...

This book is a classic article on growing nut trees, with information on planning, planting, harvesting, maintenance, pests, and many other related aspects. Written in simple, plain language and full of useful information, this guide constitutes a must-have for novice growers, and would make...

This antiquarian volume comprises a detailed article on filberts and other hazelnuts. Including comments on their uses, natural history, marketability, and much more besides, this text contains a wealth of information that will be of much value to those with an interest in hazelnuts,...

The Complete Guide To Soilless Gardening is a comprehensive book written by William F. Gericke that provides readers with a complete guide to growing plants without soil. The book covers all aspects of soilless gardening, including hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics.The book begins with an...

Yang Chu's Garden of Pleasure is a book that was first published in 1912 and was written by the Chinese philosopher, Yang Chu. The book is a collection of essays that explore the idea of pleasure and how it can be achieved in life....

Successful gardening depends on good timing-knowing what to do when. With this revised, easy-to-use gardener's companion, you can plan the year's horticultural tasks and get ahead in the garden whatever the season. Gardening Through the Year is clearly laid out and completely practical in...

Sustainable agriculture integrates three main goals - environmental health, economic profitability, and social and economic equity. This bookprovides techniques and concepts for sustainable land use not only to the professionals but home gardeners. It is based on decades of Holzman's research and experience as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Bonsai, an ancient tradition with its origins in China, is a fascinating 'living art' that captures the beauty and strength of trees and shrubs in miniature. Developed as a fine art form in Japan, it inspires and intrigues gardeners the world over. , Starting...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The ultimate celebration of England's most gorgeous gardens, showcasing their enduring appeal from historic masterpieces to individual creations of todayThe English Gardener's Garden spans seven centuries to spotlight over 60 of England's finest gardens. Adapted from Phaidon's bestselling The Gardener's Garden, updated, and organized...

Are you surrounded by weeds? Is your lawn forlorn? Are your bushes diseased? Do you long to create an outdoor space you can enjoy with friends - a garden you can proudly show off? Beginner Gardening step by step shows you the basics needed...

Romantic blooms for novice, expert, or armchair rose gardeners.Who wouldn't be romanced by names like Lovely Fairy, Desdemona, Elegantyne, Anne Boleyn, Leonardo da Vinci, and Blue for You? Vintage roses encompass both the true "old" roses and the best of the "modern" roses, developed...