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Handbook of Turfgrass Management and Physiology (581 readers)

Contributed by amazon 12.12 2007 on 09:48:51 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

A multibillion dollar industry that has tripled in the last ten years, turfgrass management plays an important role in landscaping, golf courses, and other sports surfaces. Proper management and cultural practices are crucial for the performance of these versatile grasses, creating a demand among scientists, researchers, and industry professionals for better quality, hardier grasses. ...

Orchid Grower's Handbook (352 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.05 2008 on 13:43:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

Orchids have evolved to become the largest family of plants in the world, and this accessible and expert book by two of the worlds leading orchid authorities provides everything you need to know to grow and display orchids successfully. ...

Trilliums (800 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.04 2007 on 10:16:27 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Both field guide and gardeners handbook, this book covers all 45 species of trilliums worldwide. The authors trekked all over North America to photograph the 38 American species in the wild. ...

Marijuana Garden Saver (527 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.07 2007 on 10:30:34 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Handbook for Healthy Plants | Using over 150 full-color photos, this book provides step-by-step solutions to the common problems that the marijuana gardener faces. Written by a veteran marijuana-grower, this book provides information in a clear, concise format. The solutions in here were originally written for an Internet audience, so they are formatted to be consumed quickly. Highly visual with easy-to-follow instructions, this book is just the thing for growers who want immediate solutions to ...

Botanical Latin (684 readers)

Contributed by amazon 06.04 2007 on 10:21:40 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Botanical Latin is accepted by horticulturists and botanists everywhere as the medium for naming new plants, and botanical research is almost impossible without reference to the vast number of first descriptions in Latin — much information is available in no other language. For gardeners, too, a working knowledge of botanical Latin is essential for the accurate identification of plants in the garden. ...

Clematis (555 readers)

Contributed by amazon 01.06 2007 on 08:06:28 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The Complete Guide | Clematis have been cultivated in gardens for more than four centuries, their enduring appeal being owed to the rich diversity of color, foliage type, size, and habitat that they offer. This comprehensive guide is all one needs to make the most of the versatility and charm of this plant. ...

The Ann Lovejoy Handbook of Northwest Gardening (280 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.01 2008 on 13:08:56 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

Natural , 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 ...

Secrets of Companion Planting (516 readers)

Contributed by amazon 27.05 2008 on 11:10:02 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Plants That Help, Plants That Hurt | Transform a messy, tangled garden into a lush, productive retreat with this simple yet thorough handbook. The basics of companion gardening can be easily integrated into one’s gardening style using the nurturing power of Mother Nature and taking fundamental principles into account. Not merely a seasonal occupation or hobby, companion planting is a natural way to restore balance to outdoor spaces. ...

Pests and Diseases (922 readers)

Contributed by amazon 31.03 2007 on 19:58:42 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Is your garden troubled by cutworms or aphids? Need to know the best method for preventing the spread of viruses among your houseplants? Look no further than Pests and Diseases , the informative guide to the downside of gardening. Sooner or later, everyones roses are troubled by black spot. Or maybe you havent been having success treating known problems with chemical solutions. Pests and Diseases will answer all your questions, from prevention methods to lasting damage repair. ...

Houseplants From A to Z (394 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 13:25:12 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This heavily illustrated handbook shows and tells plant lovers virtually everything they need to know in order to maintain house plants that bring life and color to indoor spaces. Here are single-page profiles of approximately 200 house plants, some especially desirable for their beautiful and often unusual foliage, and others for their resplendent flowers. Each profile includes a vivid color photo, information on potting, watering, feeding, required sunlight, fertilizing, pruning, and propagati ...

The Bamboo, Grass & Palm Specialist (456 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.10 2007 on 09:07:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The Essential Guide to Selecting, Growing and Propagating Bamboos, Grasses and Palms (Specialist Series) | Bamboos, grasses, and palms: these versatile, easy-to-maintain plants include a huge range of textures, forms, sizes, colors, and flowering times. With literally hundreds to choose from, there is one suitable for every garden and climate. Starting with the basics of plant identification, this guide also provides buying tips, planting information, cultivation, propagation, and displays. Inva ...

Beyond the Camellia Belt (674 readers)

Contributed by amazon 10.07 2007 on 14:42:39 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Breeding, Propagating, and Growing Cold-Hardy Camellias | Gardeners seeking to adorn landscapes in more northerly climates with delicate camellia blossoms will learn how to in this comprehensive guide. Following a brief history of the genus Camellia and the breeding process which has enabled strains to survive in colder climates, this guide outlines the steps to success—from siting, planting, and fertilizing to pruning, propagating, and controlling pests and diseases. Besides offering a wealth o ...

An Encyclopedia of Cultivated Palms (847 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.03 2007 on 11:31:32 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Cowritten by the author of the award-winning The Tropical Look , An Encyclopedia of Cultivated Palms offers a definitive account of palms that may be grown in the garden and landscape. Because palms are often underutilized as a result of their unfamiliarity - even to tropical gardeners - Robert Lee Riffle and Paul Craft have exhaustively documented every genus in the palm family. ...

The Himalayan Garden (695 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.04 2007 on 09:36:32 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

In this unique resource, Jim Jermyn offers not the usual botanical travelogue but instead a horticultural handbook that allows gardeners at far-lower-than-Himalayan elevations to successfully grow those plants that are native to the high Himalaya mountains. The highlights include species of Euphorbia , Gentiana , Meconopsis , Primula , Rhododendron , and more. ...

Balcony & Container Plants (702 readers)

Contributed by amazon 27.09 2007 on 09:11:45 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Garden lovers who have limited growing space can still embellish their surroundings with attractive flowers and greenery and this book shows them how. Plants that are especially suitable for growing in tubs, boxes, and hanging planters are profiled in alphabetical order and beautifully illustrated with full-color photos. ...

A Book of Blue Flowers (4286 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.04 2007 on 10:55:27 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Perhaps the most uncommon color among plants, blue echoes the sky and adds a welcome accent to any garden. Greatly sought after by plant breeders, blues from pale lavender to powder blue add depth and tranquility to the gardeners palette. Noting that blue flowers are more common in high-altitude meadows and stream beds, the author suggests that this may account for their popularity in the cool gardens of northern Europe. ...

The Impatient Gardener (942 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:57:50 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Do you wonder why your lawn is brown? Do you love flowers, but think you cant afford to grow them? Do you think producing your own vegetables would take a miracle? Well stop worrying! Jerry Baker, Americas master gardener, understands all your hopes dreams and fears about your garden. And in the pages of this practical, inspiring handbook, he gives you the shortcuts, home remedies and time-tested tips you need to have a healthy lawn, thriving trees and shrubs, gorgeous flowers, and fabulous vege ...