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Contributed by amazon 08.07 2007 on 10:37:16 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textSouth Florida residents know that gardening advice for the rest of the country just doesnt apply here. South Florida is unique, and this book is uniquely intended for south Florida gardeners, who have depended on its advice since the first edition came out over a decade ago. Now updated with more helpful facts, tips, and advice for the conservation-conscious gardener of the 21st century, the book maintains the practical, easygoing attitude south Florida gardeners have enjoyed over the years. ...
Contributed by amazon 12.09 2007 on 11:07:05 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textEvery native tree in Britain, whether its part of a grand avenue, a thriving hedgerow, an ancient wood, or a bountiful orchard tells a different story. The Trees that Made Britain takes us on a journey of discovery to every corner of the nation. Through detailed portraits of individual tree species, author and photographer Archie Miles reveals the stories of the trees that have influenced the culture, myths, and fabric of the nation. The book is full of surprising facts on how trees have been us ...
Contributed by amazon 06.04 2007 on 10:12:27 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textInformative and entertaining, this book will stimulate experimentation and encourage gardeners to review and improve their current gardening practices. Once gardeners learn how plants are constructed, it is easier to envision how theyll grow and flourish. An understanding of the structure behind good, healthy soil gives clues as to how to improve ones own garden tilth. ...
Contributed by amazon 20.04 2007 on 08:04:04 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textBob Callaham provides us with something never before seen in English; a complete celebration of satsuki, rich with photographs, how-to instructions, fascinating facts, and an unrivaled encyclopedia of over 1,600 cultivars (this alone is worth the books price). All of this adds up to a rare treasure indeed. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.07 2007 on 10:28:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textThis gorgeous box set is ideal for both the seasoned orchid lover and the amateur enthusiast. With two attractively presented volumes it offers practical information, history, and a wealth of fascinating orchid facts, and it is both a valuable resource and a beautiful object. The first volume of Orchids includes a history of the flower including its origins, invaluable practical information on care and cultivation, a chart listing the vast range of aromatic orchids, and a complete glossary and i ...
Contributed by amazon 25.04 2007 on 21:47:09 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textA Natural History Of Flowers | Flowers bring joy and beauty to our lives, from the smallest patch of daisies outside our window to the elaborate floral decorations on display at weddings, banquets, and funerals. As well as offering aesthetic benefits, they teach us much about how the world works-each blossom is a living factory that manufactures organs and compounds ranging from the flavonoids that make a rose red to the pollen that gives us hayfever. ...
Contributed by amazon 30.03 2007 on 11:38:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textMany people love the idea of a house full of fresh-cut flowers, but sadly, most have no idea how to select, care for, and arrange flowers, much less grow them. Flowers A to Z is a superb guide for anyone who enjoys flowers and wants to celebrate them in the home or garden. Author Cecelia Heffernan, a floral designer by trade, provides a wealth of information on how to cut, purchase, arrange, care for, and grow all types of flowers. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.04 2007 on 20:55:28 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textGardeners Guide to Growing Series | The strong forms and eye-catching colors of cannas make them perfect for planting as focal points or to help create a subtropical ambience. ...
Contributed by eurocallis 18.09 2006 on 15:20:57 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on TitleIn between the big spring tidying up and the hectic of autumn plantings there is a brief time in July when - exception granted for a few chores - the gardener has nothing to do but enjoy his flowers. No danger of cold snaps, incredible weather or other terrors. Moreover days are long and one can sit out enjoying the garden until night falls. ...
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