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Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:45:30 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textIf you own only one book on indoor gardening with lights, this is the book. The New Revised Gardening Indoors sets the standard for indoor gardening all over the world. This bestseller has been in print since 1986 and sold thousands and thousands of copies. Indoor gardeners find everything they could possibly need to know in this book. This how-to book unlocks the door to the world of gardening indoors under fluorescent and high intensity discharge (HID) lamps. Fluorescent lamps help seedlings a ...
Contributed by amazon 31.08. 2007 10:19:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleRestoring Californias Native Landscapes at Home | Judith Lowrys voice and experiences make a rich matrix for essays that include discussions of wildflower gardening, the ecology of native grasses, wildland seed-collecting, principles of natural design, and plant/animal interactions. This lyrical and articulate mix of the practical and the poetic combines personal story, wildland ecology, restoration gardening practices, and native plant horticulture. ...
Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:41:26 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleCelebrate the low-light areas of the garden; the trick is knowing which plants to choose, and then placing them properly for best success. Written by a renowned horticulturist and former gardener at London’s Buckingham Palace, this field guide continues the well-received Success with gardening series, and covers selecting, buying, and placing shade-tolerant plants. ...
Contributed by amazon 25.11. 2007 11:53:37 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleEncouraging gardeners to reassess their favorite flowers and how they are planted, the focus here is on working with natural light to get the best out of any garden. Readers are led through the color spectrum and given advice on which plants to choose and how to handle them in northern and southern hemisphere gardens, all backed by stunning photography. ...
Contributed by amazon 21.02. 2008 09:02:42 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textChildren find gardening fun and fascinatingwatching a bean sprout or a pumpkin grow bigger every day can seem like a miracle, as well as a huge achievement. And gardening can help kids connect to and understand more about nature, the seasons, and the food we eat. In Gardening with Kids, Catherine Woram and Martyn Cox tell you everything you need to know, from choosing and preparing your site, and growing from seeds, bulbs, and cuttings, to choosing plants from the local garden center. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.06. 2007 19:58:39 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textCreative Ways with Hardy Flowers | In The Art of Perennial Garding Patrick Lima shares the secrets and strategies he has gleaned from gardening in Ontarios Burce Peninsula, bringing a seasoned, pragmatic perspective to his latest work. ...
Contributed by amazon 05.03. 2008 13:10:01 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textWhether your garden is large or small, traditional or modern, Quick and Easy Container Gardening is packed with ideas and inspiration. As well as all the basic techniques you need for successful planting in pots, there are 20 step-by-step project ideas that are so simple to follow. If you wish to grow your own, a chapter on Crops in Pots shows how to grow fruit, herbs, and vegetables on a small scale. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.02. 2007 16:35:45 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textGardeners throughout the region will be welcoming a thoroughly updated and fresh-looking 8th edition of the bible of Western gardening. With a new, easy-to-read design, more plant photography, larger illustrations, and more than 8,000 plant listings--500 of them new--its THE essential book for gardeners in the Western states. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.02. 2009 14:58:16 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textTimeless Techniques for the Ecological Gardener | Gardeners through the centuries have built up a marvellous amount of shared gardening knowledge - how best to nourish the soil, ingenious ways with irrigation, propagation and grafting, and the most effective control of pests and diseases. ...
Contributed by amazon 01.02. 2010 14:32:06 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textRodales Ultimate Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening has been the go-to resource for gardeners for more than 50 years—and the best tool novices can buy to start applying organic methods to their fruit and vegetable crops , herbs , trees and shrubs , perennials , annuals , and lawns . This thoroughly revised and updated version highlights new organic pest controls, new fertilizer products, improved gardening techniques , the latest organic soil practices, and new trends in garden design. ...
Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:39:31 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textHow to Garden in a Changing Climate | Britain’s Royal Horticultural Society is the authoritative source for gardening expertise, and their new guide to contemporary gardening gives gardeners, from first-timers to professionals, a definitive resource for horticultural advice. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.10. 2007 09:40:30 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textAn Insiders Guide to Gardening in the Centennial State (Gardening Series) | Detailed, easy-to-understand information about the ins and outs of gardening in Colorado, from a Colorado master gardener, with advice from state gardening writers, horticulturists, and other local experts. ...
Contributed by amazon 09.07. 2007 10:46:04 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textA Natural History of the Backyard Restoration Garden | Elegantly organized by season, this lyrical yet practical guide to backyard restoration gardening celebrates the beauty, the challenges, and the rewards of growing native plants at home. Judith Larner Lowry, winner of the prestigious John Burroughs award, here builds on themes from her best-selling Gardening with a Wild Heart, which introduced restoration gardening as a new way of thinking about land and people. ...
Contributed by amazon 05.01. 2007 10:26:49 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textMake a California home landscape more attractive and functional with California Home Landscaping. Like the other titles in this series, this book contains three parts: Design Portfolio, Guide to Installations, and Plant Portraits. In the Design Portfolio section, readers will find 48 designs created by landscape professionals in California. ...
Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 10:20:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleWoodland plants add magic to any garden, with lush carpets of color, foliage at the middle level, and majestic height. Contrary to myth, large spaces and special soil are not required. Drawing on her own experience running a thriving woodland nursery, the author provides seasoned advice on the unique challenges of woodland gardening, including managing light levels, choosing the right plant for the right place, and achieving the well-balanced soil structure that is often key to growing a variety ...
Contributed by amazon 25.01. 2008 10:06:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleGardening for All Seasons shows both the novice and the experienced gardener how to design, grow, and maintain beautiful gardens throughout the year. The basics are all here, including garden design, color selection, working the soil, and growing houseplants. But Gardening for all Seasons also shows gardeners how to put their gardens in tune with the seasons of the year. ...
Contributed by amazon 09.07. 2007 10:50:19 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleSecrets of Tennessee Gardening is a practical, monthly journal providing easy-to-follow advice for Tennessee gardeners. Karen Angelucci gives helpful tips and advice for four seasons of landscaping, as well as entertaining her readers with nutty, wacky folklore passed down from garden enthusiasts thoughout history. Karens photography insprires the readers to get their hands dirty and grow beauty for themselves. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.05. 2008 11:14:12 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleWorking from the belief that a vegetable garden, whatever its size, can be as beautiful as a conventional garden of flowers and shrubs, this colorful guide shows how to apply the principles of good design to a kitchen plot. Find out how to use the vibrant texture, colors, and forms of vegetables, herbs, and fruit to create glorious effects and intriguing patterns without jeopardizing their productivity. ...
Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 10:37:16 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleSouth 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 02.05. 2008 09:25:22 Topic: Other / Books Match on TitleBlume jardineria | With clear explanations, concise descriptions, and photographs that augment the text, these guides are indispensable to individuals with little exposure to gardening as well as to more seasoned gardeners. After a general introduction to specific types of gardening, every section details the key characteristics and important aspects of each species and the techniques necessary for them to grow and remain healthy. ...
Contributed by amazon 15.04. 2007 19:00:34 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThis is the complete guide to coniferous trees and shrubs that are available to the North American gardener. Stunning color photographs show conifers used in a variety of environments, from small gardens to magnificent estates. ...
Contributed by amazon 22.03. 2008 17:39:40 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThis primer provides everything the new gardener needs to know to create a garden, whether beginning with an existing garden or starting a brand new plot. With its practical and un-intimidating approach, Learn to Garden takes the bafflement out of gardening for the novice. ...
Contributed by amazon 06.04. 2007 10:31:05 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textDesign and Cultivation | Clematis are among the more versatile and diverse plants for any garden; few flowers can fill so many garden niches, from specimen plants to dwarf perennials, or container selections to multistory vines. Wherever they are found, their blooms never fail to induce rapture and awe. The carefully chosen clematis cant be equaled when planted in the right situation and pruned in the right way, but horticultural horrors can ensue when beginners (or experts) overreach and force ...
Contributed by amazon 13.10. 2007 10:46:11 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThe nations oldest and most popular gardening program, The Victory Garden , is proud to present The Victory Garden Companion , an indispensable guide that offers the best in gardening expertise in a straightforward and friendly manner, inviting gardeners of all levels to dig in and get their hands in the soil. Moreover, host Michael Weishan shows budding landscapers how to garden well, providing the technical and aesthetic fundamentals essential to creating a comfortable, beautiful, and rewardin ...
Contributed by amazon 29.01. 2008 13:08:56 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textNatural , Sustainable, Organic | In this updated second edition of the popular guide, Ann Lovejoy explains how to create a gorgeous ornamental garden following the principles and techniques of organic and sustainable gardening. Emphasizing good soil prep, composting, drainage, mulching, and proper plant selection, the book covers every step from landscaping and design to soil prep to planting beds, all with the goal of creatinga lovely garden without chemical fertilizers or pest control. Janet L ...
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