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.
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
"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
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.
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.
Gardens and Landscapes
"The truth is that a garden is like a tightrope without a net. It is always unique, and it demands courage and an untethered mind." Every garden possesses its own unique beauty, just as every place holds a mysterious equilibrium within it. This is the premise advanced by Anna Scaravella, a renowned expert in landscape architecture who views every project as a new opportunity to explore the alchemy of plant culture and design. Scaravella's unerring instincts and aesthetic rigor bring her to the nexus of garden and landscape, resulting in the creation of places that are not only marvelous but also energy-conscious and environmentally sustainable. This splendid volume of photography takes us on a journey through ten gardens from northern to southern Italy: from the garden of Villa Albera in Lombardy to the hills of Piacenza with Villa Bellaria, on to Bagno Vignoni in Tuscany, and then even further south, to marvelous Ostuni. Scaravella has crafted magnificent oases of peace and beauty and invited us to visit and admire them by her side.
Grow a New Garden
"Aspirational, accessible, awesome."--Huw Richards, author of The Permaculture Garden Create a new garden that blooms for you, in any space or patch of land that you want to call a garden. In Grow a New Garden, Becky Searle (@sow_much_more on Instagram) offers a warm and chatty practical guide to designing and planting beautiful, healthy gardens, based on her own experiences. Becky has changed gardens several times in the last few years due to changes in her personal circumstances, but she has created a garden everywhere she goes. The garden that she has today is a new-build property garden. When she moved in December 2022, it was entirely devoid of plants. Two years later, Becky has created a joyful space for growing food and flowers and for her growing family! Becky came to realise that what she had learned in this garden could apply to any new garden, whether you are starting from scratch, dealing with an overgrown or neglected garden or redesigning an existing garden. From building healthy soil to creating a natural and sustainable garden with a thriving ecosystem that encourages biodiversity to planning your dream garden while dealing with awkward spaces, noise or privacy, Becky will give gardeners, whether new or experienced, a complete understanding of how gardens work, demystifying garden design and making gardening easier and more enjoyable. Grow a New Garden that works for you! "I thoroughly recommend this book to beginners and also to experienced gardeners."--Charles Dowding, author of No Dig
Veranda Enchanting Gardens
30+ breathtaking private outdoor spaces created by top designers and architects display the beauty of living with nature in this lavish garden coffee table book. On this exclusive Veranda tour of private outdoor spaces around the world, you'll discover tranquil retreats created by the world's most talented landscape designers. The glorious refuges in this intimate collection include: A haven in Greenwich, Connecticut with loungey terraces, wispy garden paths, and an abundance of flowers that offer moments of both rest and ramble A pastoral English wonderland that connects the rolling hills and meadows of a 7.3-acre estate to a historic farmhouse An desert garden paradise in Oaxaca's Puerto Escondido that envelops a pavilion-style villa into the wild coastline A hidden meditative Maine courtyard offering peace and privacyA sunken California hideaway that's a triumph of tropicalia, where lush, leafy "walls" and fanciful objets d'art uniteThis is the perfect gift book for landscape design and interior decorating enthusiasts who appreciate how ideas from the world of interior design inform outdoor spaces and exterior design.
Sabrina's Juicy Little Book of Citrus
Popular columnist, ABC broadcaster and landscape gardener Sabrina Hahn says no plants generate more questions than citrus. In the 20 years I have been doing talkback radio, there has never been a program where citrus questions didn t pop up. So frequently in fact that producers screen the calls and cap them at three per program, says Hahn. This pocket-sized gardening book is packed with juicy tips on how to grow happy healthy citrus plants in your garden. Bringing together lemons, limes, grapefruits, kumquats, oranges and much more, you ll love this quick, practical and environmentally-friendly guide to common problems.
Sabrina's Dirty Deeds
Gardening goddess Sabrina Hahn has never been afraid of getting dirty, and nor should you! Packed full of useful information from January right through to December, Sabrina s Dirty Deeds is a hands-on guide for what to do in your garden and when to do it. With great tips for chores in your climate zone, this little book will help keep your garden thriving all year round.
The Complete Folk Herbal
A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the rich folklore, history, and utility of wild herbs that are readily available across North America. The Complete Folk Herbal is a comprehensive guide to Western folk herbalism designed to help you harness the natural medicinal and healing powers of wild plants. Experienced forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer offers an in-depth exploration of how plants can be used for medicine, ethical considerations in foraging, and the unique histories of these herbs. With easy-to-implement practices that are grounded in sustainability, she demonstrates how to work with plants to soothe everyday pains, including headaches, burns, backaches, menstrual pain, itching, insomnia, fatigue, and dozens of other minor ailments and maladies. The Complete Folk Herbal provides an encyclopedic deep dive into nearly 100 North American herbs, flowers, and fruits--from agrimony to yellowroot. Each entry includes: -ORIGINS: Where does the plant originate from? -PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: What does the plant look like in the wild? -TRADITIONAL USES: How was this plant used historically? -MODERN USES: How can you work with this plant today? -MEDICINAL PREPARATIONS: Recipes to make with the plant, including teas, decoctions, tinctures, balms, salves, and more. While it's true no single book will ever offer a complete picture of the herbal arts, The Complete Folk Herbal will help you refine your skills and begin a lifelong journey of herbal healing, whether you're a beginner or an experienced herbalist.
The Modern Japanese Garden
The definitive survey of Japanese gardens and a beautiful investigation of the relationship between nature and modernity through the lens of 50 public gardens in Japan--an invaluable design resource on the subject. The Modern Japanese Garden is a celebration of the immense diversity of garden designs in Japan, from animist-infused, prototypical stone arrangements placed in sacred groves, to extraordinary post-war innovations. In a beautifully designed package, it is an object to treasure, one that examines post-war shifts in attitudes towards the contemporary garden as they moved from status symbols and expressions of influence to spaces of healing, mediation, and connection to nature. It is intended for both horticultural and general readers with an interest in landscape design and Japan's contemporary lifestyle, featuring gardens from across Japan that offer insight into some of the most renowned Japanese designers across history. These gardens are not simply gardens, but points of convergence for several art forms and cultural practices, from the tea ceremony to Zen meditation. With stunning photographs and an artful, minimalist design, The Modern Japanese Garden integrates garden portraits with brief essays from notable specialists in the fields of landscape design, garden aesthetics, and architecture, including Shyunmo Masuno, Japan's leading garden designer, monk, and author of The Art of Simple Living. Includes a foreword by internationally bestselling author, Pico Iyer.
A History of Gardening, 1800-1960
Explores the transformation of gardening from 1800 to 1960, highlighting innovations, styles, and social changes.Between 1800 and 1960, gardening underwent a massive transformation, changing almost beyond recognition. It was a period when the concept of gardening as a leisure activity emerged, along with a vast array of changes in garden styles, plant breeding, the arrival of horticultural societies and shows, brands such as Suttons Seeds, and mass market tourism to garden sites. New retail styles even emerged with the advent of garden centres and containerised plants. Entrepreneurs took advantage of new technology to create products such as lawnmowers, the Wardian case terrarium and the strawberry canopy. Plant specialists searched out exotic plants from far-flung corners of the earth, risking their lives to bring back unusual specimens. Women took up gardening creating careers in a sector that had previously regarded them as little more than capable of doing light weeding or arranging flowers. New standards were established for training, products, plants and seed quality, resulting in the arrival of seeds such as Tom Thumb lettuce and frilly edged sweet peas that are still grown today.As recognition grew of the need for a green environment, green spaces and public parks accessible to all, gardening styles underwent considerable changes. This resulted in the creation of designs that have become extremely familiar such as carpet bedding so beloved of municipal gardens, rockeries, vegetable rotation, shrubberies, walled gardens, cottage gardens, roof and window gardens. It was a period which even saw garden gnomes taking up residence in gardens large and small.
Root Vegetables
Master the art of growing nutritious, versatile, and flavorful root vegetables with Jean-Martin Fortier's biointensive farming methods. Root Vegetables: A Grower's Guide uncovers the secrets to cultivating a wide range of root crops, from familiar favorites like potatoes and carrots to lesser-known gems like oca and salsify. Jean-Martin Fortier's biointensive approach maximizes yield while nurturing soil health, making this guide invaluable to home gardeners and market farmers alike. This richly illustrated, full-color guide includes: A step-by-step introduction to "The Fortier Method" for sustainable, high-yield microfarming Botanical insights into root vegetables, from ancient wild varieties to modern cultivars Detailed profiles of 20 nutritious and versatile crops, with practical advice on growing each Techniques for soil preparation, sowing, transplanting, fertilizing, and irrigation Organic practices for managing pests, diseases, and crop rotations Tips for optimizing harvest and storage to preserve flavor and nutrition. Root Vegetables is part of the Grower's Guides from the Market Gardener series. It's designed to provide novice to expert growers with practical knowledge to succeed using the principles of biointensive, regenerative agriculture on a human scale.
The National Trust Book of Planet-Friendly Gardening
How to make a beautiful garden that works better with nature. Achievable, practical changes we can all make. Benefits for health and wellbeing too. Supported by the National Trust, who look after hundreds of Britain's most important gardens. Does caring for your Garden ever feel like a battle with nature? Are you worried when you see a slug or snail? Do you wonder why you keep having to buy new plants? This book invites you to relax and think differently about the way you garden. You can bring nature closer to home while still having a garden to be proud of. Discover which plants, materials and techniques will attract wildlife to your garden and lower your ecological footprint. By rethinking how we care for our gardens we can start to work in harmony with nature, slow down and appreciate what we grow. This book is packed with advice about choosing plants which need less water and will last longer, creating places to attract wildlife and growing your own food. There are more than 20 million gardens in Britain - a bigger area than all our nature reserves combined - so it's within our power to start building a greener, more sustainable environment. It's time to embrace nature-friendly gardening - to welcome wildlife, benefit the planet and boost our sense of wellbeing.
Gardens Illustrated: The New Beautiful
The first book from today's leading garden magazine, renowned for its stylish features, outstanding photography, and top-notch garden writing full of insights and advice. The editors have selected over fifty of their favorite gardens in a mix of scales and in a variety of climates to appeal to garden enthusiasts everywhere. Gardens Illustrated is today's most popular gardening periodical, thanks to its lavishly photographed features on contemporary, forward-thinking gardens that focus on irresistible plants and clever designs. Through these gardens, each selected by the magazine's editors for a truly exceptional trait, readers will visit the best new gardens from the United States, United Kingdom, and around the world. The scales range from small city spaces aiming to bring biodiversity deep into the built environment to country estates photographed with a new lens on ecology and sustainability, and were created by today's top garden designers, including Andrea Cochran, Arabella Lennox-Boyd, Peter Korn, Dan Pearson, Andy Salter, Tom Stuart-Smith, Andy Sturgeon, Urquhart & Hunt, and Keith Wiley. From loose, waving gardens that appear as unexpected mini meadows and support wildlife in small urban backyards to pleached hornbeams that act as a living fence to distinguish the borders of a lush patio from the landscape beyond and gardens that show the best new ideas for hardscape, pathways, fountains, and pergolas, readers will take away hundreds of ideas for incorporating successful plant combinations and other design elements into their own home gardens. Text by the best garden writers relays plenty of plant identification information, tips for successful growth, and most important, provides insight into how these top designers conceived of and implemented the ideas that make each and every featured garden a place full of memorable atmosphere, charm, and relaxation.
Starting Small with Bonsai
A sincere and approachable manual, "Starting Small with Bonsai: A Beginner's Journey into Living Sculpture - Learn the Art of Growing Peace and Balance Through Miniature Trees," aims to introduce readers to the peaceful and fulfilling art of bonsai. This book introduces readers to the world of bonsai with gentle, understandable teaching and motivational tales, catering to individuals who appreciate the beauty of small trees but lack experience. From selecting the appropriate species to becoming proficient in trimming, wiring, watering, and repotting techniques, the chapters cover the fundamentals of bonsai care and cultivation. As they tend to these small but fascinating living sculptures, readers are urged to embrace patience, creativity, and mindfulness throughout.This book highlights the more profound and healing advantages of caring for bonsai rather than just providing a practical guide. It demonstrates how practicing bonsai, which cultivates inner peace, sharpens focus, and restores balance to the soul, can become a personal haven in one's everyday life. With detailed instructions and pictures of trees at each stage of growth, readers will feel encouraged as they set out on their adventures."Starting Small with Bonsai" reminds you that this age-old craft is about connection-to nature, to time, and yourself-rather than perfection, regardless of your goals: growing a single graceful bonsai on a windowsill or a modest collection of miniature trees to promote calm at home. This book is a call to slow down, enjoy beauty, and discover the quiet delight of creating life in small ways.
The Modern Professional Planting Designer
Planted landscapes are critical to mediating climate change extremes and pollution, as well as to supporting biodiversity in our cities and neighborhoods. This is the first book to reveal how to achieve professional-level design while blending sustainability and beauty in gardens of every scale. In a time of renewed interest in the role of plants in our lives, garden designers are increasingly turning to modern planting design techniques to introduce biodiversity and resiliency into our landscapes and to enhance human well-being by creating spaces that emphasise connection, innovation, and complexity. This is the first book to give context to the main techniques used in contemporary garden design today, and reveals how to achieve professional-level solutions in gardens of large and small by exploring and explaining a variety of tips and tools and providing a guiding framework to support the development of any style garden in a step-by-step format. Hundreds of images and case studies by some of today's best international planting designers bring the opportunities to life on the page. Fisher Tomlin, an award-winning planting designer and educator, created this book as an ideal accompaniment to academic courses in garden design and landscape architecture and as a key reference for horticulturists and plant enthusiasts of every level.
Growing Vegetables in Drought, Desert, and Dry Times, 10th Anniversary Edition
Master organic vegetable gardening in 4 different low-water conditions--including high and low desert, drought, and voluntary water conservation. Features over 100 photos, maps, and diagrams--perfect for vegetable gardeners in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and more! Dedicated home gardeners will discover how to grow delicious produce in dry times with this authoritative full-color handbook. Using modern techniques, as well as tips from native traditions ranging from the southwestern United States to the Middle East, this guide offers the best of ancient wisdom and the newest innovations in conservation. Inside you'll find over 100 color photos, maps, and diagrams, plus expert information on: - Gardening in high and low desert, drought conditions, and for voluntary water conservation - How to assess your site and climate modification - Water-wise gardening methods: in-ground, container, and raised bed gardening - Soil science, proper watering methods, and pest control - How to choose drought-tolerant and desert-hardy vegetable seeds - Recommended varieties by region, plus a seasonal crop guide - Resource list, checklist, and glossary While this guide is geared towards those who live in high desert, low desert, mountains (short season), Pacific coast, and inland valley areas of the Western United States, gardeners anywhere in the world looking to save water can find useful guidance. As more communities suffer the effects of climate change, experienced desert gardener Maureen Gilmer's sage advice on dry gardening becomes more and more relevant.
Rhs Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
This compelling tour of Great Britain and Ireland's most beautiful gardens is THE guide to help you choose where to visit. Wherever you visit across Great Britain and Ireland, beautiful gardens abound. From large stately homes to hidden gems, small urban plots to informal country gardens, every region has gardens worthy of a visit. Profiling the well-known and the unusual, those created by home gardeners as well as professional designers, plant havens and sculptural statements, there are gardens to suit every taste, in every style. Broken down by region, this accessible guide helps people to get the most from visiting any part of Great Britain and Ireland. From the comfort of your armchair, stunning photography, location maps, contact details, garden information and engaging writing bring the gardens to vibrant life.
Living Soil
Build and sustain fertile, living soil--the essential foundation for thriving crops--with Jean-Martin Fortier's biointensive techniques. Living Soil: A Grower's Guide reveals the secrets to creating fertile, healthy soil--an essential foundation for abundant, nutrient-rich harvests. With Jean-Martin Fortier's biointensive methods, gardeners and farmers alike can improve soil health while supporting thriving ecosystems. This richly illustrated, full-color guide includes: An overview of "The Market Gardener Method"--a proven formula for small-scale, high-yield farming A deep dive into soil composition, including humus, microbes, and mineral content Simple DIY assessments and advanced tests for understanding soil biology and structure Low and no-till techniques to enhance soil fertility, including composting, mulching, crop rotation, and green manures Strategies for regenerating and sustaining soil over time. Living Soil is part of the Grower's Guides from the Market Gardener series, offering practical knowledge for all growers. From beginner gardeners to seasoned farmers, these guides equip you with the tools and insights needed to grow sustainably using principles of biointensive, regenerative agriculture on a human scale.
Living with the Earth, Volume 3
Volume 3 of the authoritative Living With The Earth series explains the multiple elements that make up a productive, profitable and nature-friendly market garden or small farm. Written by two legends, these ground-breaking volumes are of particular interest to small to medium scale farmers, horticulturists, forest gardeners, agronomists and market gardeners. A gorgeously illustrated and highly comprehensive guide to creating a profitable and productive market garden or small farm. Perrine and Charles Herv矇-Gruyer have designed a microfarm in Normandy that provides a living for five people whilst cultivating just a small percentage of the land, and rewilding the rest. In Volume 1 of Living with the Earth, they describe the overarching principles and influences of ecology and permaculture, and share how they work with Nature to create highly effective systems. In Volume 2 they deep dive into the details, sharing how to grow nutritious herbs, flowers, fruit and vegetables, while creating healthy soil and diverse ecosystems. Volume 3 of this authoritative series explains the multiple elements that make up a productive, profitable and nature-friendly market garden or small farm, including: plant propagation and seed savingincreasing biodiversity for garden healthincorporating animalssmall-scale hay and grain productionan extensive list of invaluable tools and how to care for themdesign steps and examples for creating profitable rural and urban microfarmsinvesting in people, a vital part of farm enterpriseThese volumes are ground-breaking, with principles and practices that can be used on any scale. They are, however, of particular interest to small to medium scale farmers, horticulturists, forest gardeners, agronomists and market gardeners.
Xeriscaping & Sustainability for New England
I guess you could say it all started with an article from college, and all I had was a Xerox copy. I have held on to the same article trying to find the author. Then, after many, many years, I finally have and even found a copy of the book to buy. The author, Carlton B. Lees, and the book New Budget Landscaping, Chapter 1 "in the beginning" started my career with the outdoor world. The author takes gardens, landscapes, and the natural environment and shows us how we can create rooms, living environments, into our own backyards. History shows how we have manipulated our taste or desire. And the planet has a way of paying us back, one way or another. So, as we turn to work with nature and not against her, let's consider how we can achieve satisfaction for ourselves and this wonderful planet we call home.He uses words - use, comfort, pleasure, villa, area, space, outer space, organization, chaos, room, and garden - to describe the garden.We need to understand these words to sculpt, create, and make sense of our environment or make sense of the chaos and turn it into a living area to enjoy by humans and nature.James Rose, a landscape architect, says, "being inside a garden should be like being inside a piece of sculpture."This book will focus on how to achieve this with low water plants to help conserve the planet's supply and still have beauty, function, form, and balance.In 1999 as an undergrad, I wrote an article titled "Xeriscaping for New England," and until now have slowly been trying to put this book together, so here we go.
Postharvest Nanotechnology for Fresh Horticultural Produce
Food scarcity and insecurity is an alarming issue throughout the world. Postharvest loss due to both mechanical damage and microbial spoilage significantly influences the shelf life and hence the availability of agricultural produce. Once initiated, the microbial spoilage can make bulk quantity of a given agricultural product unacceptable for human consumption, and several methods have already been used to try to manage this. Considering the limited success of the available methods, there is increasing interest in exploring nanotechnological methods. These methods are being considered for both the development of various platforms for antimicrobial/barrier packaging applications that minimize the contact of agricultural produce with the external environment, and also for design sensors to ensure food safety and quality.The impact of various nano-systems developed through material engineering on the shelf-life enhancement and storage of fresh horticultural produce will have revolutionary effects on post-harvest management in the coming years. Hence, Postharvest Nanotechnology for Fresh Horticultural Produce has been edited to advance understanding of material development, intelligent selection of nanomaterials to ensure the nontoxic nature, and future perspectives of nanotechnology on postharvest produce. This includes various types of nanoparticles exploited for the postharvest management, their mechanism of action, varied applications and material engineering, along with natural products including essential oils and plant bioactives, modelling of various tailor-made materials to meet the required properties of the packed food, advancements in the nanotechnological applications for the minimally processed food, and the toxicity concerns.Key Features: - Describes advances in nanotechnology for postharvest management- Includes extensive details on the applications of material engineering for post-harvest applications using nanotechnology and future aspects- Provides extensive data on the types of nanomaterials used and the fabrication methods employed for the design of tailor-made products for the post-harvest managementThis book reviews the current scientific advancements and future prospects of the nanotechnological interventions in meeting the quality and quantity standards of the horticultural produce and minimally processed food and will be a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, subject experts, and industrialists.
A Jubilee Guide On Gardening In Jamaica
"A Jubilee Guide On Gardening In Jamaica" offers a glimpse into the horticultural practices of late 19th-century Jamaica. Written anonymously and based on twenty years of experience, this guide, originally published in 1887, provides practical advice tailored to the island's unique climate and conditions. Though techniques and approaches have evolved, this work remains a valuable historical document, illustrating the challenges and rewards of gardening in a tropical environment. Modern readers will appreciate the author's hands-on approach and gain insights into the agricultural landscape of Jamaica during the Victorian era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Journal Of Horticulture And Practical Gardening
"Journal Of Horticulture And Practical Gardening, Volume 4" offers a comprehensive exploration into the world of horticulture and practical gardening techniques. Authored anonymously, this volume delves into various aspects of plant cultivation, providing insights and guidance for both novice and experienced gardeners. Readers will find valuable information on a range of topics, from soil preparation and planting to pest control and harvesting. The journal emphasizes practical application, aiming to equip readers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and maintain thriving gardens. Its enduring appeal lies in its focus on accessible, hands-on advice, making it a valuable resource for anyone passionate about gardening and botany. The detailed observations and instructions make this volume a timeless reference for horticultural practices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Home Garden; a Book on Vegetable and Small-fruit Growing, for the Use of the Amateur Gardener
"The Home Garden; a Book on Vegetable and Small-fruit Growing, for the Use of the Amateur Gardener" offers timeless advice for cultivating a thriving home garden. Written in 1918 by Eben Eugene Rexford, this practical guide provides detailed instructions and insights into growing a variety of vegetables and small fruits. Perfect for novice gardeners, it covers essential techniques for planting, nurturing, and harvesting, all within the context of early 20th-century gardening practices.Rexford's book emphasizes sustainable methods and offers valuable tips for maximizing yields in a small space. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this book offers a window into the past while providing useful knowledge applicable to modern gardening.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Home Garden; a Book on Vegetable and Small-fruit Growing, for the Use of the Amateur Gardener
"The Home Garden; a Book on Vegetable and Small-fruit Growing, for the Use of the Amateur Gardener" offers timeless advice for cultivating a thriving home garden. Written in 1918 by Eben Eugene Rexford, this practical guide provides detailed instructions and insights into growing a variety of vegetables and small fruits. Perfect for novice gardeners, it covers essential techniques for planting, nurturing, and harvesting, all within the context of early 20th-century gardening practices.Rexford's book emphasizes sustainable methods and offers valuable tips for maximizing yields in a small space. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this book offers a window into the past while providing useful knowledge applicable to modern gardening.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Cook's Garden
From the critically acclaimed author of Saving the Season comes an accessible, comprehensive, and inspiring guide to growing your own garden and incorporating homegrown produce into everyday cooking--no matter how much or how little space you have. For Kevin West, the surest path to a successful garden leads through the kitchen door. And preparing for a fantastic meal of homegrown vegetables--the kind of meal that leaves you not only satisfied, but grateful--is just what he wants to help you learn to do. In The Cook's Garden, West gives readers the tools and confidence they need to grow food for their own meals. From gardening basics and advice on harvesting, to delicious recipes showing how to make the best use of produce in any season--including primers on freezing surplus vegetables, making pantry staples such as canned tomatoes, and effectively using stored produce--this book promises to inspire anyone, even if their growing plot is as small as a window box in a city apartment. West's erudite yet practical guide is interwoven with meditations on the beauty, poetry, and spirituality inherent in growing and preparing one's own food. The Cook's Garden guides readers through jumpstarting their gardens and revolutionizing their kitchens--while also nourishing their minds and souls.
Gardening In Florida
Gardening In Florida: A Treatise On The Vegetables And Tropical Products Of Florida offers a comprehensive guide to successful gardening in the Sunshine State. Written by J. N. Whitner, this book delves into the specifics of cultivating a wide array of vegetables and tropical plants, tailored to Florida's unique climate and soil conditions. From selecting the right varieties to implementing effective planting and maintenance techniques, this treatise serves as an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced gardeners. Discover practical advice on maximizing your yields and creating a thriving garden filled with the flavors and beauty of Florida's natural bounty. Whether you're a home gardener or a professional grower, this book provides the knowledge you need to succeed in Florida's dynamic horticultural landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Early British Botanists
This illuminating collection presents the lives and gardens of the early modern figures that laid the foundation of horticultural study. Collating the personal writings of John Goodyer, John Tradescant the Elder, and their contemporaries, R. T. Gunther's commentary highlights the ways in which gardens served as both physical spaces for experimentation and symbolic sites for the production of horticultural knowledge, long before the formalisation of botanical science. Set within the broader context of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, Early British Botanists is an essential resource for anyone with an interest in heritage gardens, the evolution of plant collecting, and the foundations of botanical knowledge in the British Isles.
Early British Botanists
This illuminating collection presents the lives and gardens of the early modern figures that laid the foundation of horticultural study. Collating the personal writings of John Goodyer, John Tradescant the Elder, and their contemporaries, R. T. Gunther's commentary highlights the ways in which gardens served as both physical spaces for experimentation and symbolic sites for the production of horticultural knowledge, long before the formalisation of botanical science. Set within the broader context of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, Early British Botanists is an essential resource for anyone with an interest in heritage gardens, the evolution of plant collecting, and the foundations of botanical knowledge in the British Isles.
The Vegetable Garden
The Vegetable Garden: What, When, and How to Plant is a timeless guide to cultivating your own fresh produce. Originally published in 1917, this book offers practical advice on every aspect of vegetable gardening, from selecting the right plants to preparing the soil and managing pests. Whether you are a novice gardener or have years of experience, you'll find valuable insights into the art and science of growing your own food. Discover the secrets to a thriving vegetable garden and enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own delicious, homegrown vegetables. This guide emphasizes sustainable practices and time-tested techniques, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in self-sufficiency and healthy living. Reconnect with the wisdom of the past and cultivate a bountiful garden with this classic gardening manual.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Squashes. How to Grow Them
Squashes. How to Grow Them, by James J. H. Gregory, offers a detailed guide to cultivating squashes in the mid-19th century. Originally published in 1867, this book provides practical advice on selecting varieties, preparing the soil, planting, and managing common pests and diseases. Gregory's expertise, drawn from his own experiences as a seedsman and farmer, makes this a valuable resource for both novice and experienced gardeners interested in growing high-quality squashes. The book emphasizes the importance of careful observation and experimentation in achieving successful yields.This historical gardening manual not only provides insights into agricultural practices of the past but also offers timeless wisdom applicable to modern gardening techniques. Readers will appreciate Gregory's clear, concise writing style and his passion for helping others succeed in their gardening endeavors. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a dedicated gardener, "Squashes. How to Grow Them" is a fascinating and informative read.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Stout Manual Training School; a Handbook for Planning and Planting Small Home Grounds ... With a List of Native and Commonly Cultivated Plants That Are Represented in the Collection Upon the Stout Man
Stout Manual Training School; a Handbook for Planning and Planting Small Home Grounds is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful and functional landscapes. Originally published in 1899, this handbook provides practical advice on garden design, plant selection, and the overall planning of small home grounds. Warren H. Manning offers detailed instructions suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners. The book includes a valuable list of native and commonly cultivated plants represented in the collection upon the Stout Manual Training School grounds, making it an invaluable resource for those seeking to replicate or draw inspiration from this esteemed institution's horticultural achievements. This classic work is a must-read for anyone interested in historical gardening practices and timeless landscaping principles.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Interesting World of Carnivorous Plants & How to Grow Them
Take a journey into the fascinating world of carnivorous plants, and discover how diverse they are, thriving in nearly every part of our planet except Antarctica. This book offers information on their classification and origins, including details about their natural habitat, comprehensive descriptions of the plants, and a wealth of coloured photographs. Most importantly, it also explores the cultivation of these plants, examining all of their specific requirements.Whether you are new to growing carnivorous plants or have been cultivating them for years, I have intentionally included numerous botanical terms throughout this book, all of which are explained in the glossary. Even experienced enthusiasts may find it helpful to consult a few of these entries (unless, of course, you are already botanically qualified). This approach prepares you - especially if you are just starting out and plan to expand your collection - for the time when you decide to become more involved with the carnivorous plant community and its societies. That way, you will already have a solid grasp of these terms and can choose whether you wish to use them yourself.I believe and hope that this book will be most useful, for both those new to cultivating these fascinating plants and for enthusiasts alike.Enjoy!About the AuthorFrom a young age Dirk's passion for plants, cultivating many different types and desire to acquire a deeper understanding of them led to his focus on carnivorous plants, at a time they were not widely known about and not greatly understood. Although he does not hold formal horticultural qualifications, his background in report writing, project work, teaching and years of hands-on experience in growing and photographing carnivorous plants has provided him with the skills and ability to write this book.
