Companion Planting
The many benefits of strategically growing vegetables with other plants to enhance their growth, health and flavour. As beautiful as it is productive, companion planting is a cultivation method that not only reduces the number of pests, but also increases pollination, encourages healthy root systems and even makes edible crops more nutritious. For example, strawberries, marigolds and garlic may seem like an unusual trio, but marigolds release chemicals that reduce the reproduction of aphids, helping to protect all three crops against infestation. In Companion Planting, renowned horticulturalist Ortrud Grieb outlines 18 sample bed combinations for popular vegetables and fruits, each complete with planting lists and month-by-month tasks. lllustrated with 80 eye-catching photographs, 40 diagrams and lots of tables and tips, Ortrud will help you to establish a strong basis for healthy growth and ecological protection Whether you're growing in a garden, raised bed or container, this practical guide is essential for anyone who wants an attractive, healthy and easy-to-maintain kitchen garden.
Container Gardening for Beginners
Turn your balcony, patio, or small space into a thriving garden, without needing a backyard.Container Gardening for Beginners is a practical, confidence-building guide for growing plants successfully in small urban spaces. Whether you're starting from scratch or trying again after a few "plant fails," this book teaches you how to work with the realities of balcony growing: limited light, wind exposure, tight space, and fast-drying containers.Inside, you'll learn how to: Optimize small spaces with vertical gardening, intercropping, and mobile container setupsChoose vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers, and foliage that thrive in containersAdapt to seasonal shifts in sunlight, temperature, and watering needsProtect plants from heat, cold snaps, and high-rise wind patternsDiagnose and fix common problems like yellow leaves, nutrient deficiencies, waterlogging, drought stress, and root-bound plantsSupport pollinators and invite beneficial wildlife into your gardenExplore beginner-friendly hydroponics, aquaponics basics, smart gardening tools, and drip irrigationCompost in small spaces using methods like bokashi and worm compostingBuild simple DIY upgrades: containers, plant supports, markers, small water features, and natural pest deterrentsYou'll also get quick-reference appendices for crop rotation, companion planting, pollinator plants, hydroponic-friendly crops, nutrient deficiency fixes, and DIY pest sprays, allowing you to troubleshoot fast and keep growing.If you want a container garden that's healthy, beautiful, and productive, this book gives you the tools to make it happen, one container at a time.
The Indoor Garden
In their thirteenth book, experienced gardeners and authors Janet Melrose and Sheryl Normandeau share their wisdom on growing veggies, herbs, fruits, and more indoors in our homes, bringing the greens inside and growing food all year. Whether plagued by a short growing season or a lack of outdoor space, or inspired by a love of edible greens, there are a dozen reasons to bring the garden indoors. Plants outside their natural habitat need a totally different kind of tender love and care, though, and that's especially true of voracious sun-drinkers like veggies, fruits, and herbs. In their signature accessible question-and-answer style, Janet and Sheryl explain the differences between standard houseplants and edible plants and cover everything you need to know to have a thriving garden right inside your home. After a strong foundational chapter in essentials like natural and artificial light, temperature, tools, and growing medium, you'll be fully equipped to learn about techniques like hydroponics, aquaponics, vertical growing, and grow tents. If you're daydreaming about what you can grow for the dinner table, dive into the nitty gritty of each type of gardening with chapters on microgreens, veggies and root veggies, herbs and spices, and fruits. After the harvest, learn about making more with less by growing from kitchen scraps. Of course, Janet and Sheryl also answer all your questions about what happens when things go wrong and help you tackle pests and mould, brighten up leggy plants and less-than-abundant harvests, and troubleshoot more complex growing systems. Full of valuable tips and tricks and heartening enthusiasm, The Indoor Garden is the perfect companion for first-time and experienced indoor gardeners alike.
Texas Trees
Knowing when and how to plant a tree are crucial to its survival. But if you select the wrong tree for your particular area and conditions, the proper planting techniques will not make a difference. Because Texas is a big place with varied climates, soils, and water qualities, a wide variety of trees can be grown there. Howard Garrett, also known as the "Dirt Doctor," explores the wide-ranging possibilities in a book that will prove its value to homeowners, landscape architects, contractors, nurseries, gardeners, and others who want healthy trees.Texas Trees includes a complete description of native and best-introduced trees and gives details on natural habitats and preferred sites, planting and maintenance, identification information, flowers, fruit and foliage, culture, problems, and propagation. Texas Trees is for all Texas tree lovers, from the Red River to the Gulf Coast, the piney woods to the deserts and mountains.
The Instant Garden
Create the garden you want with instant impact - growing doesn't get easier than this! Created for beginner gardeners, The Instant Garden will give you the confidence to easily transform your outdoor space - whether you're renting, have your first foot on the property ladder, rejuvenating an unloved garden for the first time, or want to give your garden a refresh. Capturing the essence of the Dig Club's offering - their 'Instant' Beds and Pots model - this book is simple, fun and helpful for those who want instant impact and results in their garden - no matter the size of your space. The Instant Garden features style guides for six types of garden style - Mediterranean, English Country, Cool Contemporary, Exotic, Wild/Polinator, Scandi - and will be organised into three main sections: An easy-to-understand walkthrough of the principles behind 'Instant' beds and pots.A practical section explaining the inspiration and design principles for each style and the colour palette and materials, accompanied by two projects - a raised flower bed and a pot trio.An 'essentials' section of simple how-to's (sowing seeds, making compost, etc) and the tools/products you'll need.
The Gardeners of Orkney 1837-1901
Many beautiful and productive gardens have been created in Orkney over the centuries. It was in the 19th century with access to plant species collected from around the world that gardening blossomed in the islands. It was also a time of great change with the enclosure of land when many small farms were lost and men had to find employment elsewhere. Some of those men became gardeners for hire. There were already established in Orkney those who had trained as gardeners in some of the great houses and gardens in Scotland. 'The Gardeners of Orkney 1837-1901' pays tribute to the gardeners who with skill and hard labour created around the houses of Orkney gardens which have left a lasting horticultural heritage.
Frank's Guide to Caring for Bonsai
You don't need perfection to enjoy bonsai.You just need patience, curiosity, and a little guidance.This book is for the everyday bonsai enthusiast, the part-time grower, the weekend hobbyist, the beginner who's killed a tree (or three) and wants to finally get it right.Written with warmth, honesty, and over 25 years of hands-on experience, Frank's Guide to Caring for Bonsai strips away intimidation and replaces it with practical, seasonal advice that actually works in real gardens, especially British and similar temperate climates.There are no glossy photos. No competition rules. No pressure to be perfect.Just clear, month-by-month guidance you can return to year after year.Inside You'll Discover: A simple monthly bonsai calendar telling you what to do and what not to do, each monthClear explanations of watering, feeding, pruning, wiring, and repottingHow to avoid the most common beginner mistakes (including indoor vs outdoor confusion)Budget-friendly tools and soil mixes that actually workHonest, experience-tested tips gathered over decades, not theoryAdvice tailored to British weather and real-world conditionsA calm, reassuring philosophy that reminds you bonsai is meant to be enjoyedThis Is Not a Bonsai RulebookIt's a seasonal companion.A reference you'll scribble in, dog-ear, and reach for when you're unsure."Bonsai isn't about rushing or showing off.It's about watching, waiting, and learning and enjoying the view."Whether you're just starting out or looking for a calmer, more rewarding way to care for your trees, this book will help you keep them healthy, happy, and growing, for years to come.
Cannabis
This book provides a structured introduction to the cultivation of marijuana, covering both indoor and outdoor growing methods with a focus on fundamental principles and practical application. It explores the botanical characteristics of the plant, its life cycle, and the environmental factors that influence growth, including lighting, soil composition, nutrients, temperature, and humidity. Historical context, legal considerations, and general information about usage are also included to give a broader understanding of the subject. This guide is intended for beginners and individuals with no prior experience in plant cultivation who are seeking a clear and accessible explanation of the process from seed germination to harvest. The content follows a step-by-step approach, outlining essential techniques such as seed selection, propagation, cloning, plant care, and harvesting methods, along with common mistakes to avoid. The overall approach is practical and instructional, designed to present information in a straightforward and organized manner suitable for both reference and continuous reading.
A Year in the Edible Garden
This beautifully photographed guide celebrates the endless possibilities of the vegetable patch and shows that edible gardening can be both productive and stunning to behold. International gardening and cooking expert Sarah Raven shares her wealth of knowledge about how to have a bountiful--and beautiful--kitchen garden. With the belief that we should all grow more of what we eat, she imparts her experience on making the most of any outdoor space along with sage advice about the best things to grow and harvest easily and efficiently along with their culinary uses. The varieties highlighted are accessible, but Sarah also includes many flavorful heirlooms as well as rarities difficult to find in markets. Being connected to the food on our plate and to the landscape around us has never been more important, and everything Sarah does is strictly organic. She focuses on growing the freshest, healthiest, and tastiest produce without resorting to artificial inputs or chemicals. Although the book is primarily focused on edibles, Sarah includes flowers (some edible too) because they attract pollinators and beneficial insects while beautifying the vegetable patch. Solid, practical advice is mixed with inspirational ideas, and aspirational photos of Sarah's own showstopping garden are sure to inspire any home gardener.
Summer In A Garden
My summer in a garden and Calvin, a study of character offers a thoughtful and gently humorous set of reflections on the pleasures and frustrations of tending a small patch of earth. The opening pages introduce the writer's candid admission that gardening is equal parts delight and struggle, using the unpredictability of seeds, soil, and weather to frame broader ideas about patience and resilience. Everyday encounters with persistent weeds and intrusive pests become opportunities to reflect on how effort, attention, and humility shape both garden and self. Light hearted anecdotes about household life add warmth to the narrative, reinforcing how even simple routines reveal the interplay between human intention and natural forces. Through steady observation, the essays highlight how cultivating a garden becomes a way of understanding growth, responsibility, and the quiet rewards that come from working closely with nature. Across changing seasons and small triumphs, the book suggests that gardening mirrors life in its mix of hope, unpredictability, and the persistent search for balance.
The Twilight Gardener
Full of planting ideas for evening fragrance and maintenance advice for structuring colour, lighting, design, and even attracting wildlife, this is a book that will inspire everyone to transform their outdoor space into a twilight paradise. Some say that the twilight hours are the best time to enjoy a garden; a time when the spirit of the place really comes alive. It is also the time when many people pass front gardens on their return home, have a few spare minutes for garden maintenance, or want to enjoy the garden for entertaining.This revised and updated edition of The Twilight Garden includes garden advice for front gardens, terraces, larger plots and container gardens, so you can be inspired to transform your outdoor space into a twilight paradise.
Monaco Puts on the Green
A stroll through Monaco's mosaic of greenery, from the Princess Grace Rose Garden and the Jardin Exotique to the zen oasis of the Japanese Garden In Monaco Puts on the Green, readers are taken on a guided tour of green-clad Monaco, with 20% of its surface area covered in public and private green spaces. Walk from one tree to another on the monolith that is the Rock of Monaco, at the foot of which exists a thousand-year-old grotto. Explore the lush Parc Paysager de Fontvieille, whose rose garden is home to 450 varieties from all over the world. Or discover the private gardens of the Prince's Palace of Monaco and Roc Agel, whose stunning nature is rarely seen by the public. With support from Prince Albert II, Monaco is committed to the fight against deforestation and to protecting biodiversity. This book chronicles the history and evolution of the principality's plants, with full-color photographs highlighting the green spaces' style, beauty, and artistry.
Sabrina's Little ABC Book of Gardening
Popular columnist, broadcaster and landscape gardener Sabrina Hahn has written a pocket-sized guide jam-packed with handy hints about gardening. Drawing on years of experience, Sabrina has tips on how to care for our most popular plants while avoiding common pitfalls.
Pocket Nature: Fruit Harvesting
A charmingly illustrated pocket guide to cultivating a deep appreciation for nature's bounty through fruit foraging. When we harvest fruit seasonally, we're reminded that good things can't be rushed, and that life's offerings are best at their peak. In this sweet guide, learn the fundamentals of year-round fruit picking, including: Where, when, and how to look for fruit The etiquette of gathering on public land How to put your haul to good use And much more. Here is a collection of fun, accessible projects, including concocting your own ink or making a delicious fruit leather or syrup. Or, with no planning required, you can simply eat berries straight from the branch on a sunny day. Fruit Harvesting is your permission to savor life's simple pleasures. EASY WAY TO GET OUTSIDE: In our stressful times, people are finding that spending more time outdoors is a great way to escape and unwind. Fruit foraging is an enjoyable pastime that gets you outside, moves your body, and calms your mind. With mindful activities sprinkled throughout, Fruit Harvesting is more than a foraging field guide; it is also an invitation to spend more time in nature and away from screens and tech. GREAT GIFT BOOK: Petite, gorgeously illustrated, and written in an inviting tone, this approachable guide makes a great gift or self-purchase for nature and fruit lovers. Package the book with a foraging basket, garden clippers, a lovely fruit bowl, or other books in the Pocket Nature series for a delightful anytime gift. COLLECTIBLE NATURE SERIES: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial--flowers, beaches, clouds, and sunsets will always be there to enjoy and admire. Collect them all to grow a charming collection that looks great on your bookshelf. Perfect for: Fruit lovers and home gardeners Nature enthusiasts, walkers, and hikers Conservationists and environmentalists Mindfulness practitioners, meditators, and anyone seeking simple practices for stress management Anyone looking for a birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, holiday, or just-because gift for nature-loving family and friends
From Balcony to Plate in 30 Days
Garden to Table in 30 Days shows hobby cooks how to grow the herbs, greens, and microgreens they actually use, right where they live. From a sunny windowsill to a small balcony, this beginner-friendly guide proves that fresh ingredients can be grown, harvested, and cooked in as little as one month.Full color photographs and beautiful sketches are used troughout.Designed for people who love cooking but have limited space, this book delivers a clear, practical system that connects growing directly to everyday cooking. In just 30 days, readers learn how to go from empty pots to fresh basil, salad greens, and microgreens ready for the plate.Inside, readers will discover: How to set up a small edible garden using only a few containers and common suppliesClear guidance explains what grows best on balconies and windowsillsHow much light is actually neededHow to avoid the most common beginner mistakes that cause plants to fail. The heart of the book is a realistic 30-day planting and harvest plan designed for beginners. Week by week, readers are guided through exactly what to plant, where to place it, and when to harvest. Because small-space growing comes with challenges, the guide includes clear troubleshooting for the most common problems. Readers learn how to identify and handle pests like aphids and spider mites, how to fix yellowing leaves, and how to avoid overwatering. Food safety is addressed clearly and responsibly.The tone is encouraging, practical, and honest. There are no unrealistic promises or complicated techniques.Garden to Table in 30 Days is ideal for: Hobby cooks who want fresher ingredients without a full gardenApartment dwellers and renters with balconies or windowsillsBeginners who feel intimidated by traditional gardening booksReaders interested in seasonal, homegrown cookingGift buyers looking for a practical and inspiring food-focused bookWhether the goal is better salads, more flavorful weeknight meals, or the satisfaction of cooking with something grown at home, this book offers a clear and achievable path.Fresh food starts closer than you think.
Dryland Gardening
The world is getting warmer -- and the weather less predictable. This is bad news for many of today's gardens. Dryland Gardening is your guide to selecting and growing plants especially suited to survive in today's tough conditions. Based on gardening techniques that favor not only water conservation, but also low-maintenance, easy-care plants, Dryland Gardening offers time-tested techniques and strategies for: Selecting tough plants Coping with limited access to water Dealing with trees under stress Nurturing ground covers and grasses Starting bulbs, perennials and vines Growing herbs and annuals. Dryland Gardening is packed with practical advice and extensive plant lists for grasses, ground covers, bulbs. Perennials, annuals, herbs and shrubs: all chosen specifically to survive in the hotter, dryer, windier new climate of the 21st century.
American Spring Finder
Unlock the secret to water independence with the ultimate field guide to natural springs.John's journey into spring development began with a costly failure after a fruitless $10,000 attempt to drill for water in a field." He was left with a dry hole and a depleted budget. It took a single, passing suggestion from the well driller, "check the creek," to shift John's focus from the ground below to the natural abundance flowing around him. That moment sparked a fascination with natural springs that would define the next decade of his life.John lives by the philosophy that water is life, and securing it is the ultimate journey of stewardship and survival. The American Spring Finder is his invitation to land owners, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to reclaim their independence.
New Small Garden
Transform even the smallest outdoor space into a vibrant, beautifully designed garden with New Small Garden, now repackaged into a flexible paperback edition. Small gardens can be some of the most rewarding spaces we tend and also some of the most challenging. In this practical and inspiring book, planting expert Noel Kingsbury teaches you how to see compact spaces differently, revealing how thoughtful design can turn any tiny space into a thriving green haven. Drawing on decades of horticultural expertise and the latest approaches in sustainable gardening, Kingsbury shows how limited area doesn't restrict creativity. Instead, it offers opportunities for smarter choices and more intentional design. Across beautifully photographed real gardens, he explores the combinations that work best for small spaces. Whether you're a beginner looking to plant your first border or a seasoned gardener rethinking an existing space, this book offers eye-opening guidance that will elevate what you grow and how you grow it. For example, you will learn how to: Design for small spaces using visual illusions, diagonal sightlines, and layered planting that makes compact gardens feel larger. Choose the right plants for the upper, middle, and ground layers, including perennials, shrubs, climbers, grasses, and bulbs. Use sustainable practices such as rain-garden features, permeable surfaces, water-smart planting, and wildlife-supportive design. Work with microclimates and urban conditions to grow healthier, more resilient plants. Incorporate vertical planting to maximize growing area and add height. Create character and continuity with focal points, containers, repeated materials, and seasonal planting schemes. Support biodiversity by designing habitats that welcome beneficial species. Learn from real-life examples, including six whole-garden case studies showcasing successful small gardens and the thinking behind them. The book is complete with more than 450 stunning photographs by renowned lifestyle photographer, Maayke de Ridder, illustrating every concept through lush, real-world inspiration. Whether you're working with a courtyard, balcony, terrace, or backyard, New Small Garden gives you the tools and confidence to create a beautiful and deeply personal outdoor space, no matter its size.
Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon
Through Oregon rain or shine, you can grow gorgeous, fresh vegetables! Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon is the must-have guide to growing food in The Beaver State! Expert gardener Lorene Edwards Forkner shares tips and techniques tailored to this often rainy state, empowering readers with trusted, solid vegetable gardening knowledge. Start off on the best foot in your quest to grow an irresistible, edible bounty year after year with thorough detailing of gardening basics, localized gardening information tailored to each month of the year, handy planting and harvesting charts, and 35 thoughtfully selected and detailed plant profiles. Gardeners of all experience levels will be equipped to feed themselves and their loved ones the freshest fruits and veggies year-round.
Lawn Care for Dummies
The beginner-friendly guide to creating a lush and thriving lawn With Lawn Care For Dummies you get the know-how you need to grow a great lawn, improve an existing lawn, or keep your lawn healthy. You'll learn all about the different types of grasses, including where they grow best and what they need to thrive. This book also walks you through the process of installing sprinklers and other irrigations systems, so you'll be set up for grassy success. Then, get advice on figuring out the maintenance schedule that works best for you--watering, fertilizing, mowing, dethatching, aerating, overseeding, and beyond. You also get insight into how to do all of this with an eye on minimizing water need and keeping the rest of the environment healthy. Create the best lawn for your climate and your personal lawncare style Optimize your upkeep with pro tips on when, how much, and how often Get troubleshooting guidance for damaged lawns, and get rid of pests, diseases, and weeds Improve the health of your lawn with easy-to-follow advice This updated edition of Lawn Care For Dummies is perfect for the everyday lawn owner, soon-to-be owner, and DIY lawn care advocate looking to grow a better lawn without breaking the bank.
The Regenerative Gardener's Handbook
In this comprehensive handbook, Briana Bosch of Blossom and Branch Farm teaches you how to grow flowers, herbs, and vegetables in a way that improves the soil, supports pollinators and birds, and minimizes the use of store-bought products. Eco-conscious gardeners have always done their best to minimize the harm they cause--by not using synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, for example. But today's gardeners want to go beyond "do no harm" and have a positive effect on the environment. The goal of regenerative gardening is to leave the world a better place: to create living soil, improve habitats for insect pollinators and birds, reduce the presence of invasive species, minimize the gardener's carbon footprint and use of plastic, and help sequester carbon from the atmosphere. Author Briana Bosch, founder of Blossom and Branch Farm, teaches the key principles for regenerative gardening: recognize the garden as its own ecosystem, know your soil, minimize the "purchased garden," build your soil armor, plant for biodiversity, create living soil, choose plants wisely, minimize soil disturbance, and close the garden loop. In addition to teaching all the skills necessary to carry out these principles, Bosch offers a season-by-season guide to implementing them--from when to start garden cleanup in the spring (later that you'd think, to avoid disrupting overwintering beneficial insects) to how to use cover crops strategically to enrich the soil and retain moisture throughout the year.
American Spring Finder
Unlock the secret to water independence with the ultimate field guide to natural springs.John's journey into spring development began with a costly failure after a fruitless $10,000 attempt to drill for water in a field." He was left with a dry hole and a depleted budget. It took a single, passing suggestion from the well driller, "check the creek," to shift John's focus from the ground below to the natural abundance flowing around him. That moment sparked a fascination with natural springs that would define the next decade of his life.John lives by the philosophy that water is life, and securing it is the ultimate journey of stewardship and survival. The American Spring Finder is his invitation to land owners, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to reclaim their independence.
Small Garden Envy
Fifty enviable small gardens yield inspiration and advice for planning and planting. This desirable little book features fifty small gardens from all over the world that will make you green with envy. With a new approach to gardening where photography is the hero, it also contains the practical advice you need to create your own covetable outdoor haven.Showcasing a variety of garden styles, like wildflower meadow, traditional cottage, grassy, drought-proof, sustainable, Mediterranean, minimalist, container and many more, the book is packed with ideas that you'll want to steal!Each garden has a sumptuous opening spread, followed by another that breaks down the layout and planting, including the plant names, and gives you the knowledge to have a go yourself.
Apple Gardening
Apple Gardening shows gardeners how they can use the Spindle technique in their backyard, school, or community garden and experience: easier access, earlier bearing, ease of care, space efficiency, quality and productivity. Now you can grow a dozen heirloom varieties in the space that one old large tree used to require, Explore the innovative trio planting system to boost pollination and productivity, with curated combinations for culinary, cider, storage, and regional needs. Detailed instructions cover planning, planting, and maintaining a spindle orchard, from sourcing nursery stock and preparing sites to annual pruning and training over two decades. Integrate apples into multifunctional landscapes that support ecological health, community engagement, and food security. Whether a first-time gardener, seasoned grower, or someone seeking to build community through food, this book empowers readers to grow apples with confidence, creativity, and purpose, turning any garden into a source of abundance, connection, and hope.
Legends of the Leaf
Why do the leaves of the Swiss cheese plant have holes? How did Aloe vera become a medicinal powerhouse? And why - despite your best efforts - can't you keep your Venus flytrap alive? You're not alone. Houseplant expert Jane Perrone has asked those same questions. In Legends of the Leaf, she digs beneath the surface to reveal the surprising stories behind our favourite houseplants.By exploring how they grow in the wild, and the ways people around the world have used and revered them, Perrone uncovers what makes these plants tick - and how understanding their roots can help us make them thrive in our homes.Discover the journeys that brought these beloved species into our living rooms: from the Kentia palms that flanked Queen Victoria's coffin; to the dark history of the leopard lily; to English ivy, which provided fisherman with a source of bait.Beautifully illustrated and packed with practical care tips, Legends of the Leaf celebrates the hidden histories, cultural significance and enduring charm of the houseplants we live alongside.
Size Doesn't Matter
Do you want bountiful harvests but don't know where to start? Do you worry you don't have enough space to garden? This guide will teach you how to select the best garden type for your space and select harmonious companion plants that thrive together! Learn about composting, seed starting, soil amendments, grow zones, crop rotation, deterring pests, attracting pollinators, and much more! This comprehensive full-color guide includes easy step-by-step instructions on setting up your container, patio, raised-bed, or in-ground garden. It offers a wealth of advice from an experienced small-space gardener that could save you hundreds through trial and error.SIZE DOESN'T MATTER!Sustainable, fresh food is attainable. This book makes it simple for inexperienced gardeners to grow juicy fruit and crisp vegetables at home! You can have huge garden hauls and grow organic goodies regardless of how little space you have!Size Doesn't Matter covers topics such as: - Compact gardening- Setting up your first raised bed- Companion planting to maximize growth in a small garden space- Growing in containers- The beauty of hanging planters- Attracting beneficial pollinator insects- Making creative planters- Edible goodies to grow based on your watering style- Harvesting seeds- Problematic pests and how to deter them- Grow zones & last frost- Fencing- Crops that enjoy over-watering or under-watering- Setting up your first composter- Tips and tricks for bountiful garden hauls- Soil amendments- Vermicomposting- and much more!Whether you only have an apartment patio in the partial shade or a full yard right in the sun, Size Doesn't Matter will show you step-by-step how to start small and grow delicious fruits and vegetables perfect for your grow zone! Full of colorful photo illustrations and clear instructions, you can have your very own supermarket in your back yard!Published by Rusty Ogre Publishing.
Grow Food NOW!
What if you could grow real, fresh, nutritious food, no matter how much space you have? As food prices rise, supply chains wobble, and nutrition declines, more people than ever are rediscovering the joy and security of growing their own food. Grow Food NOW! shows you exactly why this moment matters, and how you can start growing today, even with zero experience.This book is a practical, inspiring guide to becoming more self-reliant, healthier, and more resilient through home food growing. Whether you have a windowsill, a balcony, a patio, or a full garden, you'll learn how to grow nutrient-dense foods that boost your health, cut your grocery bills, and reconnect you with nature.Inside, you'll discover: - How to grow food in ANY space, small, large, or indoors - The most nutritious and high-yield plants for year-round eating - How to build soil naturally, conserve water, and reduce waste - Simple methods for container growing, vertical gardening, and balcony setups - How to avoid supermarket ultra-processed foods by growing real alternatives - How to preserve, store, and save seeds for long-term resilience - Why homegrown food tastes better, costs less, and nourishes more - How gardening can improve mental wellbeing and reduce stressYou don't need a big garden. You don't need expensive equipment. You don't even need experience. With clear explanations, step-by-step methods, and a focus on practicality, this book empowers complete beginners as well as experienced growers.If you want healthier food, more independence, lower bills, and a stronger connection to nature, growing food at home is one of the most powerful choices you can make. Grow Food NOW! is your guide to starting today.Perfect for beginners, families, apartment dwellers, gardeners, preppers, homesteaders, and anyone seeking a more sustainable, self-reliant lifestyle.
Size Doesn't Matter
Do you want bountiful harvests but don't know where to start? Do you worry you don't have enough space to garden? This guide will teach you how to select the best garden type for your space and select harmonious companion plants that thrive together! Learn about composting, seed starting, soil amendments, grow zones, crop rotation, deterring pests, attracting pollinators, and much more! This comprehensive guide includes step-by-step instructions on setting up your container, patio, raised-bed, or in-ground garden. It offers a wealth of advice from an experienced small-space gardener that could save you hundreds through trial and error.SIZE DOESN'T MATTER!Sustainable, fresh food is attainable. This book makes it simple for inexperienced gardeners to grow juicy fruit and crisp vegetables at home! You can have huge garden hauls and grow organic goodies regardless of how little space you have!Size Doesn't Matter covers topics such as: Compact gardeningSetting up your first raised bedCompanion plantingGrowing in containersAttracting beneficial pollinatorsHarvesting seedsProblem pestsGrow zones & last frostFencingSetting up your first composterTips and tricks for bountiful garden haulsSoil amendmentsVermicompostingand more!Whether you have an apartment patio in the partial shade or a full yard right in the sun, Size Doesn't Matter will show you step-by-step how to start small and grow delicious fruits and veggies! You can have your very own supermarket in your back yard!Published by Rusty Ogre Publishing.
The English Moths And Butterflies
In the dappled light of the English countryside, where the whisper of wings meets the rustle of leaves, lies a world both delicate and complex. This natural history book, once out of print for decades, has been lovingly republished by Alpha Editions, offering a glimpse into the enchanting realm of moths and butterflies and their intricate dance with the plants, flowers, and fruits they frequent. This edition is not just a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, restored for today's and future generations. With vivid illustrations and detailed observations, this entomology reference captures the essence of 18th century England, a time when the study of british flora and fauna was as much an art as it was a science. Comparable to the works of Maria Sibylla Merian and John Ray, it serves as an educational resource that bridges the gap between past and present, inviting nature enthusiasts to explore the timeless interactions between plant and insect. In an era where the natural world faces unprecedented change, the insights within these pages are more relevant than ever, reminding us of the beauty and complexity of ecosystems that have thrived for centuries. Whether you're a casual reader or a devoted collector, this illustrated insect guide offers both a journey into history and a celebration of nature's enduring elegance.
Rhs the Garden Almanac 2027
"A gardening book you shouldn't be without" - The Independent The world's leading authority on gardening, the Royal Horticultural Society, bring you their essential seasonal guide to growing, harvesting, and grounding yourself in nature for 2027. The must-have almanac from the renowned Royal Horticultural Society is back for its fourth year. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full color, it includes artworks by Grace Gillespie, and photographs, and advice from RHS experts. This glorious month-by-month guide is packed full of ideas and projects to set you up for the year ahead. There is all-new advice on what to grow, wildlife to watch out for, and how to get the most from your garden. In this edition: Discover seasonal ideas for a more sustainable garden. RHS Head Gardeners' plants of the month. Plants, pollinators, and challenges tailored to every time of year. Cake and dessert recipes from Holly Farrell. Time-saving tips. . . . and much more! Packed with information, this is the essential handbook for gardeners, guiding them through key tasks, plants for each month, and unique projects. It also includes lighter, entertaining content to inspire gardeners all through the year. This is an invaluable guide for every gardener, every year.
The Plant Book
Award-winning horticulturist Tammy Huynh covers the essentials of indoor plant care in this stunning book featuring an abundance of colorful photos and illustrations.Many plant parents are frustrated by conflicting advice online, or simply don't know why they keep ending up with plant casualties. With this book, you can finally discover what each plant needs to thrive, the common problems they face and their remedies.The Plant Book cuts through the noise with clear information that will help you grow and nurture healthy, resilient indoor plants. Tammy has selected the 50 most-loved houseplants and for each profile she offers: A detailed descriptionIcons to indicate ideal care conditionsA list of cultivarsA list of common problems for that specific plant with photos to help you visually recognise and diagnose plant issuesIn addition, the "Houseplants 101" chapter covers general tips on lighting, potting mix, watering, fertilizer, humidity, pests and diseases, buying plants, hydroponics, and pots and planters. There's a heavy focus on troubleshooting with diagnostic flow charts, allowing you to identify and resolve plant problems, even for species not covered in the book.The Plant Book will empower you to confidently spot and solve your plant problems, so we can all become super plant parents and avoid further plant casualties.
The Martha Way
Step inside the world of Martha Stewart and discover her timeless approach to living well. The Martha Way: Essential Principles for Mastering Home and Living is a thoughtfully crafted guide to the foundational principles that shape a well-kept, inspired life. With her signature clarity and elegance, Martha distills decades of experience into elevated yet accessible solutions for the everyday, covering: Cooking: Tips to master the basics, cook seasonally, and keep a well-stocked kitchen.Entertaining: Host with elegance, whether for a dinner party or for weekend guests.Home Organizing: Martha's golden rules for a well-maintained, clutter-free home.Collecting: How to get started, what to look for, and how to best treasure your finds.Gardening: Sowing soil, timing blooms, composting, growing vegetables, and more.Drawing wisdom from her own life well lived, Martha breaks down each area of expertise into clear, actionable steps. Whether you're arranging your pantry, preparing a simple but impressive meal, hosting with intention, curating meaningful collections, or cultivating a lush garden, Martha shows you how to do it beautifully and with purpose. With her time-tested tips, and unique but ever practical insights, Martha helps you bring order, style, and joy to every corner of your life.More than just a book, this is a modern blueprint for a well-kept home and life. After all, there's only one way to master the art of everyday living--and it's the Martha Way.
Days and Hours in a Garden
Eleanor Vere Boyle (1825-1916) was born in Scotland, the youngest daughter of a wealthy, land-owning family. She found an outlet for her lifelong love of nature and early interest in sketching and painting writing and illustrating books. Because, at the time, it was considered unladylike for women of her social status to have a career, she began with children's books, always signing her books and illustrations E.V.B. Her first book, Child's Play, was published in 1851, and she went on to become one of the most successful women illustrators of the Victorian era, contributing to works by some of the well-known authors at the time, as well as writing and illustrating her own books and articles.After her husband's retirement, the family moved to Huntercombe Manor in Buckinghamshire where she recreated the gardens. Days and Hours in a Garden (1884) is a collection of essays chronicling that garden through the year, with recollections of the changes that had been made to the grounds of the old manor house. Eleanor Vere Boyle wrote other gardening books in the later years of her long career, but Days and Hours in a Garden remains her most popular.
The Coastal Garden
Explore the world's most stunning coastlines in this breathtaking collection of gardens by the seaCreating gardens in harmony with their environment is a key aspect of garden design today. Nowhere is this more apparent than in gardens created on our coastlines, whether that be atop a rocky Mediterranean cliffside, tucked in a sheltered bay on Britain's south coast, or on the edge of a sandy beach in Australia. Rooted in their location and offering unforgettable water views, coastal gardens embody an atmosphere of tranquillity, beauty, and an intenseconnection with nature.The Coastal Garden invites readers to explore 48 extraordinary private gardens set along the world's most iconic coastlines. These verdant spaces represent a broad variety of terrains, climates, and garden styles - from Bernard Trainor's design for a surfing family, overlooking the waves in sunny California, to Ulf Nordfjell's thoughtful, rambling garden on the southern coast of Sweden.The gardens address one of four different contexts for coastal environments: gardens atop rocky cliffs, planting for resiliency, framing ocean views, and gardens on the beach. The four chapters open with an exploratory text on the theme by writer and editor Sorrel Everton. Each garden feature is then brought to life through striking, large-scale color photographs and a short informative text, also written by Everton. Descriptive image captions provide further context, including planting information and special design details.Along with in-depth garden features, an introduction by acclaimed plantsman and designer Nigel Dunnett offers insights into both the natural obstacles and incredible benefits of coastal gardens. A garden directory at the back, organized geographically, allows for easy reference.Beautifully produced and filled with inspiration, The Coastal Garden will transport home gardeners, professional designers, and armchair travelers to these exceptional green spaces overlooking our oceans and seas.Featured garden designers include: Paul Bangay, Louis Benech, Isabel Duprat, Jennifer Gay, Daniel Hinkley, Phillip Johnson, Raymond Jungles, Ron Lutsko, Jean Mus, Watson + Pellacini, Rees Roberts + Partners, and STIMSONFeatured garden photographers include: Heidi Bertish, Richard Bloom, Jason Ingram, Marianne Majerus, Clive Nichols, and Claire Takacs
Garden on the Verge
Resident-planted native verge gardens supporting council street trees is the fastest, cheapest, most doable way to increase shade and biodiversity.Drawing on practical experience and wide research, this new approach enables councils and residents to work together to make it happen.Gayle Dallaston started her verge garden in 2017. Over the years, she studied what works, what doesn't, why people give up, why disputes happen, and why some people never start.You'll learn how to navigate the different views of the many diverse users of this space.You'll build productive relationships and networks to make a difference in your community.Your verge garden will be a living example of a nature-based solution to mitigate the effects of urban heat and climate change.When we collaborate, everyone wins: Council street trees thriveResidents have native gardens instead of mowingNatural biodiversity gets a much-needed boostLocal action creates the hope and optimism needed to do more. This strategic framework makes it scalable.This book will help you avoid the pitfalls and give you the confidence to start.
How Not To Build A Pond
Building a koi pond should be simple-dig a hole, add water, and release the fish.Right?In How Not to Build a Pond, author Susan Trott chronicles two decades of triumphs, disasters, leaks, floods, and the unending pursuit of the perfect backyard pond. Part memoir, part how-not-to manual, this beautifully illustrated, laugh-out-loud guide turns every mistake into a lesson-and every setback into a story worth telling.From "The Frankenfilter Flush" to "The Mega Dome Massacre," Trott's adventures capture what happens when enthusiasm outruns experience and nature has the final say. Along the way, she shares practical tips on filtration, koi care, and pond maintenance, all wrapped in wit, warmth, and the unmistakable scent of damp earth.Whether you're a pond keeper, DIY dreamer, or simply someone who loves tales of creative persistence, How Not to Build a Pond is proof that the best builds aren't flawless-they're full of heart.
Natural Emergence
This book is an exploration of the ordinary garden nature most gardeners spend their time at odds with - pests and weeds. By observing her reactions to such species, it came as a shock to Alison Ensor, nature lover and permaculture gardener, that she too was separating from nature when in conflict with it.Taking an insightful look into why we believe this fallacy of separation, Ensor intertwines her personal story with the human journey from indigenous belonging to modern disconnection. In particular she looks at the ecological role of maligned species we separate ourselves from the most, highlighting the systems' intelligence in even the most mundane, like slugs, snails, bindweed and brambles.Describing how closely observing and inwardly sensing plants and wildlife led to her own emotional healing and awakening, she gives step-by-step guides for the reader to find this wisdom for themselves. Ensor believes we are continually being 'gardened' by nature, that the messages our bodies give us through emotional reactions and inner sensations are guiding us to the emergence of our true nature - awakened beings living in natural harmony with ourselves, each other and our home planet.
Vibrant Harvest
Fill your garden and plate with a rainbow of flavorful produce with this engaging and visually stunning guide to a Vibrant Harvest. It's easy to "eat the rainbow" when you're growing one right in your own backyard! In Vibrant Harvest, you'll meet some of the most colorful veggies on the planet and learn how to grow, harvest, and enjoy them. Author Sandra Mao (@sandra.urbangarden) and her color-infused garden hand you all the insight you need to grow a kaleidoscope of heirloom, hybrid, and ancestral vegetables that are not only a feast for the eyes but also nutritional powerhouses. With this inspiring guide, bringing bright colors and rich flavors into your kitchen has never been simpler or more dynamic. From purple tomatoes, pink beans, yellow carrots, magenta potatoes, and black radishes, to speckled lettuces and orange cucumbers, you'll find handy advice for growing them all. Plus, learn the best varieties to seek out. The book is organized into four parts: Choose Your Plants: First, meet these multihued dynamos via detailed plant profiles organized by both the growing season and the edible portion of each plant--stem, leaf, bud, fruit, pod, or root. Plan & Start Your Garden: Next, gain insight into planning and installing your garden, from site selection and soil prep, to seed starting and transplanting. Care for Your Garden: Then, learn the ins and outs of caring for your polychromatic garden and all the plants living in it, including watering, feeding, staking, pruning, and trellising. Pick, Preserve & Prepare Your Harvest: Finally, discover how to harvest and enjoy your rainbow-hued garden through recipes and easy preservation techniques.It's a KALEidoscope of possibilities out there for modern gardeners! Meet dozens of vivid varieties and gain the expertise you need to plant and tend your own super-colorful garden in Vibrant Harvest.
The Self-Fed Farm and Garden
"Essential rules from a champion of organic growing."--New York TimesNamed to the Civil Eats "2025 Food and Farming Holiday Book Gift Guide" "A radical yet timeless understanding of what organic farming is truly about. . . . Only Eliot could bring such clarity and wisdom to the conversation. . . . A must-read for anyone who believes that food can be a force for change. . . . A new classic for the ages."--Jean-Martin Fortier, author of The Market Gardener; founder, Market Gardener Institute In The Self-Fed Farm and Garden, renowned organic grower and best-selling author Eliot Coleman presents the organic method as the self-sustaining system it was meant to be, rooted in soil health care. With clarity and confidence born from years of experience, he shows readers how they can shift to a model that continually recharges the soil with organic matter, thus allowing the soil food web to provide all the nutrients that crops need for healthy growth and excellent yields. Filled with the same groundbreaking spirit of his now-classic The Winter Harvest Handbook--which introduced market gardeners to the simple, low-cost techniques by which they could harvest commercial vegetables all winter long--Coleman now shares his equally simple and dependable low-cost system for creating and maintaining guaranteed pure organic soil fertility that will carry your crop yields to perfection. The self-fed approach combines classic techniques practiced by the pioneers of organic farming, including: - Growing green manure crops year-round and shallowly tilling them into the soil - Growing leguminous plants to add nitrogen - Devising effective crop rotation systems for disease and weed control Implementing a self-fed system, Coleman explains, saves money and energy, avoids the hassles of acquiring outside organic matter (which can also introduce undesirable incidental pollutants into the soil), and covers everything that needs to be done to maintain soil fertility. Using classic techniques like green manures as a living soil improvement system ultimately allows you alone--not the farm and garden products industry--to be the master of your destiny. "This book steps back from the frantic energy of the marketplace to take a second look at what we mean when we say 'organic, ' why we need it, and how to do it right." --Dave Chapman, codirector, Real Organic Project
The Kitchen Garden
A beautifully illustrated survey of the world's most inspiring kitchen gardens, from potagers and historic estates to rooftop urban farmsThis stunning volume celebrates the rich history of kitchen gardens through more than 50 of the world's finest examples, each explored in depth through gorgeous imagery, vivid storytelling, and insightful texts highlighting garden and growing details.Organized geographically, the book reveals how climate, culture, and history inform productive gardens around the world. Readers will discover European walled gardens flush with flowers and edibles; a forward-thinking, rooftop urban farm in Singapore; and an abundant coastal garden in Patagonia that proves green things can grow in the harshest of places. Iconic locations, such as Ch璽teau de Villandry and Bunny Mellon's Oak Spring Garden, appear alongside community spaces, such as Alice Waters' Edible Schoolyard in California, as well as stunning contemporary gardens by Patrice Taravella (Babylonstoren, South Africa), Arne Maynard (Gordon Castle, Scotland), Charles Stick (Sleepy Cat Farm, USA), and other renowned designers.Gardeners of all abilities will discover the story behind each garden and its creation. Large images and informative texts offer the reader both inspiration and useful advice for what to grow in spaces of all shapes and sizes. Authored by Dr. Toby Musgrave, a garden historian and a grower at the iconic De Runde Haver community gardens in N疆rum, Denmark, The Kitchen Garden includes extensive captions about each of the featured gardens, as well as an illustrated introduction charting the history of kitchen gardens and six topic essays on key subjects, including protected cropping, organic techniques, and training fruit.
Decking the Halls
A beautifully illustrated guide to the plants of Christmas and the holiday season, Decking the Halls makes for a perfect gift and is sure to delight the home decorator, dedicated gardener, and curious plant-lover alike. Seasoned gardeners with twelve books under their belts, Janet Melrose and Sheryl Normandeau bring their passion and expertise to the trees, shrubs, vines, fruits, and herbs of the holiday season in this gorgeously illustrated guide. Opening with the stories and traditions behind the most iconic Christmas plants, indoor and out, the delicate illustrations and well-researched tales tap into the joy and wonder of Christmas. Plants are central to adorning our homes with holiday cheer and filling our kitchens with the scents of the season, and Janet and Sheryl walk readers through the many ways you can bring in the greens: from Christmas tree selection and care, to trying your hand at wreaths, garlands, and arrangements with helpful how-to illustrations, to the aromatics that enliven the traditional culinary delights of the holidays. A perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer, this luxurious hardcover illustrated book is a pleasure to hold. From seasonal forest plants to kitchen herbs, from tiny berries to towering trees, Decking the Halls shines a light on the uplifting greenery that helps us weather the darkest months of the year.
Water-Wise Plants for Mediterranean Gardens
Amidst climate change, water is an important consideration in Mediterranean and dry climate gardens. We like to grow beautiful and healthy plants in our gardens, but with reducing rainfall the plants available to us are changing. This book is a comprehensive guide to choosing plants that will flourish in your specific climate and during water shortages. These plants, both well known and unusual, are suitable for growing in Mediterranean or other warm, dry gardens, with little watering.
Leaves, Roots & Fruit
Now in paperback, the creator of Gardenary teaches you to eat what you sow in this beginner's guide to creating an edible garden from scratch. "Nicole inspires us all to dive deeper into sustainability with her beautiful and functional kitchen garden process, full of details that could give anyone a strong foundation to become a lifelong gardener."-- Jen Hansard, best-selling author of Simple Green Smoothies and Simple Green Meals Do you dream of walking through your own kitchen garden with baskets full of delicious food you grew yourself? But are you worried you don't have enough space, sun, time, or experience? Then consider this: Plants want to grow. And when you match a plant's needs to your own resources, you're just one step away from success. Nicole Johnsey Burke--founder of Gardenary, Inc., and author of Kitchen Garden Revival--is your expert guide for growing your own fresh, organic food every day of the year, no matter where you grow. More than just providing the how-to, she gives you the know-how for a practical and intuitive gardening system that includes: Leaves--quick satisfaction from abundant harvests, most available and simplest to grow; includes salad greens and herbs Roots--underground harvests that require more tending and are built for endurance, longevity, and longer shelf life; includes tubers, bulbs, and rhizomesFruit--the most demanding and sweetest of all, requiring the most space, sunlight, and consistent watering to blossom; includes beans, squash, and tomatoesBurke's clear instructions for setup, care, and harvest are complete with insightful tips for every level of gardener. There's always a plant you can grow right where you are, right away--all you have to do is take it step by step.
Madoo
A portrait of an iconoclastic garden in the Hamptons where painter, poet, and self-taught horticulturist Robert Dash created an eclectic plant paradise and a literary and arts salon. During the 1960s, painter, poet, and gardener Robert Dash set out to create a haven where art and the garden existed in tandem. What began as a fallow farm field over time became a beloved public garden and Hamptons treasure that The New York Times has called an "ever-changing masterpiece." Madoo, by By Alejandro Saralegui and Kendell Cronstrom, is a living tribute to this eclectic, beautiful place. Sumptuously photographed by Tria Giovan, the book is filled with stunning images of interiors and gardens, archival pieces illustrating Madoo's early days, paintings and drawings by Robert Dash, and essays from contributors who have witnessed its evolution. Madoo appeals to a broad range of readers infatuated with American culture, the gardens of artists, and the enduring appeal of the Hamptons. "Madoo," which is Old Scots for "my dove," was both Dash's personal haven and a forum for collaborative, creative discourse and critique, marked by the arcadian confluence of art, music, literature, and poetry. It was also a refuge for many famous artists and poets--John Ashbery, Fairfield Porter, Willem de Kooning, James Schuyler, and others--who spent time at Madoo, were deeply inspired by it, and often referenced it in their work. Since the mid-1960s, Robert Dash has been regarded as an accomplished painter for his depictions of a now all-but-vanished Hamptons landscape. His work has been featured in solo and group exhibitions at institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art, Yale University, and the University of Missouri's Fine Arts Building and is included in the collections of the Modern Art Museum in Munich, the Guggenheim Museum in New York City, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Arts, and more. His archive of poetry and garden writings was acquired by Yale University's Beinecke Library in 2011.
Sustainable Gardening
A Gardener's Guide to Sustainable Gardening is an essential, practical guide to the design, planting and maintenance of truly regenerative and sustainable gardens. Discover a new model of thinking about our outdoor spaces, whether it's simple changes you can make in small gardens, or more challenging solutions that propose a significant departure from traditional gardening practices. This is not a rule book, but a map, guiding the willing gardener towards a better way of working with our natural world.
