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Marijuana Horticulture - Jorge Cervantes Cover Art

Marijuana Horticulture

Marijuana Horticulture The Indoor - Outdoor Medical Grower's Bible by Jorge Cervantes

Marijuana Horticulture: The Indoor/Outdoor Medical Grower's Bible is the most complete, thorough, and comprehensive cultivation book available on the market today.  This book has been dubbed the "bible" by its readers because it explains every aspect of cultivating marijuana and yielding high quality and abundant crops.  It explains the science, the simple how-to, practical and detailed information.  It is a complete and easy reference that beginners and experts alike rely on for practical hands-on knowledge and experience.   Beginners and experts will find a gamut of information in this book.  The Fifth Edition of the former Indoor Marijuana Horticulture: The Indoor Bible was originally published in 1983, when it immediately became a best seller. More than 500,000 copies have been sold in Dutch, English, French, German and Spanish languages. New greenhouse and outdoor growing chapters make this a book both indoor and outdoor growers will keep under thumb. The other 15 chapters (17 total) are all updated with the most current information, completely rewritten and significantly expanded. For example, Dr. John McPartland contributed an all new medical section - The books credits list more than 300 contributors and reads like a who's who in the world of cannabis cultivation.   

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Hydroponics for Beginners - Jeree Harms Cover Art

Hydroponics for Beginners

Hydroponics for Beginners Your Complete Guide to Growing Food Without Soil by Jeree Harms

You don’t need the sun or soil to grow food.   Wouldn’t it be great if you could plant and grow food in your house year-round? No more needing to be out in the summer sun. No more needing to find the right soil combination. No more needing to wait until spring or autumn to begin planting. With hydroponics, you can grow food inside your house without having any sun or any soil.   Hydroponics for Beginners has all the information you need to set up your own inside garden, including the benefits of hydroponics, the equipment required, and the best system to use. This book also includes these features: Step-by-step techniques for building your hydroponic system Expert guidance on how to start your seeds and how to light your system Planting recommendations for the best kinds of foods to grow hydroponically Nutrient guides to help your plants burst and thrive Troubleshooting tips to help maintain your hydroponic system  Hydroponics for Beginners will explain everything you need to know to not only build a hydroponic system in your home but to also ensure you’re successful with whatever you grow. Also, if you’re ever stuck on the Moon or on Mars, if you can find a little water and happen to have some nutrient-rich solutions, you can grow food and survive until someone rescues you. Just make sure you also have a copy of Hydroponics for Beginners with you!  

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Lawn Care For Dummies, Mini Edition - Lance Walheim & National Gardening Association Cover Art

Lawn Care For Dummies, Mini Edition

Lawn Care For Dummies, Mini Edition by Lance Walheim & National Gardening Association

Grow and maintain a lush lawn without sacrificing your weekends No matter where you live or what you do, you, too, can grow great turf. Discover timesaving and water-saving secrets for better planning, fertilizing, watering, and mowing. With easy-to-follow instructions, this friendly guide will help you grow a lawn that's the envy of the block. Open the book and find: Tips for mowing your lawn to the perfect height How and how much to water your lawn Which nutrients your lawn needs Easy and safe ways to fertilize your lawn

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Back to Basics - Abigail Gehring Cover Art

Back to Basics

Back to Basics A Complete Guide to Traditional Skills by Abigail Gehring

Over 200,000 copies sold—fully updated! Dye your own wool, raise chickens, make your own cheddar cheese, build a log cabin, and much much more. Anyone who wants to learn basic living skills—the kind employed by our forefathers—and adapt them for a better life in the twenty-first century need look no further than this eminently useful, full-color guide. Countless readers have turned to Back to Basics for inspiration and instruction, escaping to an era before power saws and fast-food restaurants and rediscovering the pleasures and challenges of a healthier, greener, and more self-sufficient lifestyle. Now newly updated, the hundreds of projects, step-by-step sequences, photographs, charts, and illustrations in Back to Basics will help you dye your own wool with plant pigments, graft trees, raise chickens, craft a hutch table with hand tools, and make treats such as blueberry peach jam and cheddar cheese. The truly ambitious will find instructions on how to build a log cabin or an adobe brick homestead. More than just practical advice, this is also a book for dreamers—even if you live in a city apartment, you will find your imagination sparked, and there’s no reason why you can’t, for example, make a loom and weave a rag rug. Complete with tips for old-fashioned fun (square dancing calls, homemade toys, and kayaking tips), this may be the most thorough book on voluntary simplicity available.

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The Little Book of Bonsai - Jonas Dupuich Cover Art

The Little Book of Bonsai

The Little Book of Bonsai An Easy Guide to Caring for Your Bonsai Tree by Jonas Dupuich

This charming, beautifully photographed beginner's guide from a trusted bonsai expert covers all the basics to keep your bonsai alive and happy. Jonas Dupuich, founder of the #1 bonsai blog in the U.S., shares his passion and expert advice with anyone looking to learn more about bonsai in this modern, entry-level guide to an ancient art. Filled with photos of stunning, inspiring trees, The Little Book of Bonsai provides simple, clear, effective guidance on bonsai care, including wiring, watering, pruning, pests, disease, tools, repotting, fertilizing, and more. Dupuich covers indoor and outdoor bonsai care, selecting the right container, displaying your bonsai, and choosing different species with clear, step-by-step photos to help you cultivate your trees with confidence. With its stylish, full-color design and fresh take on a captivating pastime, The Little Book of Bonsai makes a gorgeous gift for oneself or for others.

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Lawn Care For Beginners: Your Guide to a Green, Healthy Lawn Year-Round Without the Hassle - Iris Gardner Cover Art

Lawn Care For Beginners: Your Guide to a Green, Healthy Lawn Year-Round Without the Hassle

Lawn Care For Beginners: Your Guide to a Green, Healthy Lawn Year-Round Without the Hassle by Iris Gardner

Are you ready to turn your lawn into a lush, green masterpiece? 🌱 Struggling with patchy grass, weeds, or maintaining that perfect mowing schedule? Curious about eco-friendly solutions and sustainable lawn care practices? This beginner-friendly guide will take you step by step through everything you need to know to create and maintain a thriving lawn that's the envy of the neighborhood—all without overwhelming jargon or unnecessary complexity. What You'll Learn in Lawn Care for Beginners 🌿 Choose the Right Grass for Your Lawn : Understand warm- and cool-season grasses, climate considerations, and low-maintenance options to suit your lifestyle. 🌱 Master the Art of Soil Care : Learn how to test and improve your soil with compost, amendments, and proper aeration techniques to build the foundation for success. 🌞 Plant and Maintain Your Lawn Like a Pro : From starting with seed or sod to topdressing and fertilization, discover practical, time-saving methods. 🌦 Seasonal Lawn Care Strategies : Tackle spring, summer, fall, and winter tasks with clear guidance tailored to your lawn's needs. 🌸 Weed and Pest Management Simplified : Separate fact from fiction with proven methods for identifying and addressing common weeds and pests naturally. 🏡 Explore Lawn Alternatives : Discover low-maintenance ground covers, hardscaping options, and sustainable solutions that look great and require less work. 🛠 Essential Tools for Beginners : Get recommendations for must-have tools, how to use them effectively, and tips on choosing the right mower for your lawn. 💧 Watering Smart : Learn how much, how often, and when to water for a healthy, resilient lawn. 🌾 Lawn Renovation and Repair : Master overseeding, repairing bare spots, and dealing with compacted soil to revive even the most neglected lawns. 🌍 Go Green with Sustainable Practices : Transition to organic lawn care and learn how to use natural fertilizers, manage pests without chemicals, and conserve water. Why This Guide Is for You Whether you're starting from scratch, rescuing a struggling lawn, or simply seeking a straightforward plan, this book is your trusted companion. Packed with tips, actionable advice, and expert insights, it's designed to help beginners confidently achieve their lawn goals. 🌟 Ready to transform your outdoor space into a lush, green oasis? 🌟 Grab your copy of Lawn Care for Beginners today and start building the lawn you've always dreamed of—one simple step at a time. 💚

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Lawn Care Basics for Beginners: Grow and Maintain a Healthy Lawn - Hadley Johnston Cover Art

Lawn Care Basics for Beginners: Grow and Maintain a Healthy Lawn

Lawn Care Basics for Beginners: Grow and Maintain a Healthy Lawn by Hadley Johnston

Transform Your Yard into a Lush, Green Oasis — Even If You've Never Planted a Blade of Grass Before Struggling with patchy, uneven grass? Unsure when to water, how to mow, or which grass to plant? You're not alone. Many homeowners want a beautiful lawn but feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice and costly mistakes. Lawn Care Basics for Beginners is your complete, easy-to-follow guide to growing and maintaining a healthy lawn. Packed with practical tips and clear instructions, this book strips away the guesswork so you can take confident steps toward the yard you've always wanted. Inside, you'll discover: • Planning & Understanding the Basics — How to map your yard, set goals, and choose between seed, sod, or plugs. • Choosing the Right Grass for Your Climate — The difference between cool-season and warm-season grasses and how to select the perfect type for your yard. • Soil Preparation & Planting Methods — From testing pH to grading and seeding, learn how to create the ideal foundation for strong growth. • Watering Techniques for Deep Roots — How to water efficiently for lasting health and drought resistance. • Mowing, Aeration & Routine Maintenance — Keep your lawn looking sharp while preventing common issues. • Feeding, Weed Control & Seasonal Checklists — The right schedules and methods to keep your lawn green year-round. Whether you want a low-maintenance lawn for relaxation or a picture-perfect landscape to impress the neighbors, this book gives you the step-by-step roadmap to make it happen. Don't waste another season guessing your way through lawn care. Take control of your yard today. Scroll up and grab your copy of Lawn Care Basics for Beginners — and start growing the lawn you've always dreamed of!

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Teaming with Microbes - Jeff Lowenfels & Wayne Lewis Cover Art

Teaming with Microbes

Teaming with Microbes The Organic Gardener's Guide to the Soil Food Web by Jeff Lowenfels & Wayne Lewis

" A breakthrough book. No comprehensive horticultural library should be without it." — American Gardener When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants, and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances.  Teaming with Microbes  offers an alternative to this vicious circle, and details how to garden in a way that strengthens, rather than destroys, the soil food web. You'll discover that healthy soil is teeming with life—not just earthworms and insects, but a staggering multitude of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms. This must-have guide is for everyone, from those devoted to organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow healthy plants without resorting to chemicals. "Digs into soil in a most enlightening and entertaining way." — Dallas Morning News "Required reading for all serious gardeners." — Miami Herald "The authors have given gardeners an inside scoop on the scientific research supporting organic gardening." — Pacific Horticulture "This intense little book may well change the way you garden." — St. Louis Post-Dispatch "Exceptional. . . . A brief, clear overview of scientific information with which every gardener should be familiar." — Monterey Herald

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Growing Orchids Like A Pro: The Complete Guide on How to Grow Orchids Indoors & Outdoors, and How to Care for Your Orchids so They Bloom Year after Year - Joan E. Hixson Cover Art

Growing Orchids Like A Pro: The Complete Guide on How to Grow Orchids Indoors & Outdoors, and How to Care for Your Orchids so They Bloom Year after Year

Growing Orchids Like A Pro: The Complete Guide on How to Grow Orchids Indoors & Outdoors, and How to Care for Your Orchids so They Bloom Year after Year by Joan E. Hixson

"Would You Like To Know How To Grow The Most Amazing Orchids?" I received my very first orchid for my birthday one year and cherished the elegant plant for the two months that it bloomed. Then, when the petals fell off, I was heartbroken and thought that I had killed it with overindulgence or something. After consulting an expert at my local exotic plant store, I realized that with the proper care, my orchid would bloom again and again. Five years later, I have a nice manageable team of orchids that continue to thrive under my careful eyes. Not only do these flowers brighten my rooms with their striking hues, they also allow me to enjoy one of the majestic oddities of nature right in my very own home. Whenever I have visitors, I receive compliments and admiration about my orchids. They act as the highlights in every room they are placed, and as the center of a beautiful array of plants in the middle of my dining room table. You, too, can delight in this wonderful flower. Orchids in the home, workplace, or outdoor spaces will enliven any area and make it more sophisticated and memorable. Despite some myths, orchids are not all that hard to care for. They are just unique and as such, need to be treated with special consideration. Yes you could have beautiful orchids. It truly is possible, but you just need to know how. In "Growing Orchids Like A Pro," I shared with you all my experiences and everything I've learned over the years about growing & caring for orchids. I will show you how you too can have beautiful blooming orchids year after year. Here are some of the things you will learn in "Growing Orchids Like A Pro": - You'll discover in just a few short minutes how to pick out the right kind of orchid for you... - How to give your orchids the right amount of light to help them thrive... - 3 little known, yet simple ways to water your orchids... - Secrets from orchid experts that few people ever know about... - 3 proven steps to using fertilizer to maximize the growth of your orchids... - 2 simple keys (that are right in front of your eyes) to growing your orchids in the right amount of humidity... - How to protect your orchids from insects & pests... - WARNING: 3 things you should never do when it comes to growing orchids... - 6 time tested and proven strategies for re-potting your orchid plant... - 7 everyday but often overlooked tips and tricks for protecting your orchids from pests and disease... - How often to give your orchid direct sunlight... - How to avoid common mistakes in orchid care... - Frequently Asked Questions about growing orchids... - Fun facts about orchids... - And much more...

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Enciclopedia de la jardinería - Susaeta ediciones Cover Art

Enciclopedia de la jardinería

Enciclopedia de la jardinería by Susaeta ediciones

Completa enciclopedia visual que describe todas las labores del jardín y cómo sacarle el máximo partido: el suelo, el clima, el agua y el riego, enfermedades y jardinería en macetas , así como una guía descriptiva de plantas y arbustos. Incluye un apéndice dedicado a la huerta.Completa enciclopedia visual que describe todas las labores del jardín y cómo sacarle el máximo partido: el suelo, el clima, el agua y el riego, enfermedades y jardinería en macetas , así como una guía descriptiva de plantas y arbustos. Incluye un apéndice dedicado a la huerta.

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Elogio de las vagabundas - Gilles Clément Cover Art

Elogio de las vagabundas

Elogio de las vagabundas Hierbas, árboles y flores a la conquista del mundo by Gilles Clément

El perejil gigante del Cáucaso, las onagras, el hinojo, la ambrosía… Arrastradas por el viento, desplazadas por los animales o bajo las suelas de nuestros zapatos, las especies vagabundas han conquistado con audacia y vitalidad nuestros bosques y páramos. Se las llama "malas hierbas", "plagas" o "invasoras" y, con demasiada frecuencia, se les prohíbe la entrada en nuestros jardines. Son muchos los que se empecinan en declararlas enemigas, pero ¿representan verdaderamente algún peligro? El botánico y paisajista francés Gilles Clément alaba estas especies de nombres exóticos y originales comportamientos que campan felices en su "jardín en movimiento". En este bello alegato, nos describe los orígenes y la historia de una variada selección y nos permite entender cómo la acción de los seres humanos es en gran medida la causante de sus vagabundeos. Una magnífica defensa del mestizaje planetario escrita desde la sabiduría del jardinero y la poética del escritor.

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Give it a Grow - Martha Swales Cover Art

Give it a Grow

Give it a Grow The Instant Bestseller. Simple Projects to Nurture Food, Flowers and Wildlife in any Outdoor Space by Martha Swales

The instant Sunday Times bestseller from internet sensation @marfskitchengarden with 40 simple projects to grow your own veg, fruit or flowers no matter how much space you have. ‘A true joy to read’ - Yotam Ottolenghi In this beautiful and practical guide, Martha Swales makes it easier than ever before to start growing your own slice of nature with her collection of fool-proof projects. You don’t need expensive tools or equipment, Martha’s approach is all about getting outside, trying something new and watching the magic of nature take its course. With chapters on veg, fruit, herbs, flowers and wildlife, there are over 40 of Martha’s favourite projects to make the most of your garden, patio or balcony (plus bonus recipes for how to cook with your produce!) including: Grow garlic greens on your windowsill (and use them to make tasty garlic flatbreads)Create a tower of tumbling strawberriesBuild a pond to bring wildlife to your gardenMake a bulb lasagne for a changing display of flowers throughout spring Complete with beautiful illustrations, this is the perfect book for anyone who wants to get more out of their outside space, to enjoy the taste of their own produce, or to simply feel more connected to nature – why don’t you give it a grow? ‘Everything this book is celebrating just makes life better - for you and the world around you’ - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

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Floret Farm's Discovering Dahlias - Erin Benzakein Cover Art

Floret Farm's Discovering Dahlias

Floret Farm's Discovering Dahlias A Guide to Growing and Arranging Magnificent Blooms by Erin Benzakein

A stunning guide to growing, harvesting, and arranging gorgeous dahlia blooms from celebrated farmer-florist and New York Times bestselling author Erin Benzakein, founder of Floret Flower Farm. World-renowned flower farmer and floral designer Erin Benzakein reveals all the secrets to growing, cultivating, and arranging gorgeous dahlias. These coveted floral treasures come in a dazzling range of colors, sizes, and forms, with enough variety for virtually every garden space and personal preference, making them one of the most beloved flowers for arrangements. In these pages, readers will discover: • Expert advice for planting, harvesting, and arranging garden-fresh dahlias • A simple-to-follow overview of the dahlia classification system • An A–Z guide with photos and descriptions of more than 350 varieties • Step-by-step how-to's for designing show-stopping dahlia bouquets that elevate any occasion Expert Author : Erin Benzakein's gorgeous flowers are celebrated throughout the world. Her book Floret Farm's A Year in Flowers was a New York Times bestseller and her first book, Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden , won the American Horticultural Society Book Award. Filled with Wisdom : Overflowing with hundreds of lush photographs and invaluable advice, DISCOVERING DAHLIAS is an essential resource for gardeners and a must-have for anyone who loves flowers, including flower lovers, avid and novice gardeners, floral designers, florists, small farmers, stylists, and designers.

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Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms - Paul Stamets Cover Art

Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms

Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms by Paul Stamets

A detailed and comprehensive guide for growing and using gourmet and medicinal mushrooms commercially or at home. “Absolutely the best book in the world on how to grow diverse and delicious mushrooms.”—David Arora, author of  Mushrooms Demystified   With precise growth parameters for thirty-one mushroom species, this bible of mushroom cultivation includes gardening tips, state-of-the-art production techniques, realistic advice for laboratory and growing room construction, tasty mushroom recipes, and an invaluable troubleshooting guide.   More than 500 photographs, illustrations, and charts clearly identify each stage of cultivation, and a twenty-four-page color insert spotlights the intense beauty of various mushroom species. Whether you’re an ecologist, a chef, a forager, a pharmacologist, a commercial grower, or a home gardener—this indispensable handbook will get you started, help your garden succeed, and make your mycological landscapes the envy of the neighborhood.

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Mini Farming - Brett L. Markham Cover Art

Mini Farming

Mini Farming Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre by Brett L. Markham

Go back to basics—compost, raising chickens, water and irrigation, dealing with pests, and much more—with this unique, full color bestseller (over 400,000 sold). Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family’s food on just a quarter acre—and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require. Even if you have never been a farmer or a gardener, this book covers everything you need to know to get started: • Buying and saving seeds • Starting seedlings • Establishing raised beds • Soil fertility practices • Composting • Dealing with pest and disease problems • Crop rotation • Selling your produce arm planning, and much more. Because self-sufficiency is the objective, subjects such as raising backyard chickens and home canning are also covered along with numerous methods for keeping costs down and production high. Materials, tools, and techniques are detailed with photographs, tables, diagrams, and illustrations.

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The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies - Blossom Davis Cover Art

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies

The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies Discover over 100 herbal Medicine for all kinds of Ailment, Inspired By Dr. Barbara O'Neill by Blossom Davis

Embark on a Healing Journey with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" Discover the power of nature's medicine cabinet with "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies," a comprehensive guide inspired by the wisdom and teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill. This book is your key to unlocking the secrets of over 100 herbal remedies, each a natural solution to a range of ailments from the mundane to the chronic. What You'll Uncover Inside: A Wealth of Herbal Knowledge: Delve into an extensive collection of herbal remedies, each with its own unique healing properties, expertly compiled and explained. Dr. Barbara O'Neill's Influence: Immerse yourself in the teachings of a renowned natural health advocate, integrating her holistic approach to wellness in every remedy. User-Friendly Format: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced herbalist, you'll find the remedies easy to understand and apply, with clear instructions and insights. Natural Solutions for Everyday Ailments: From digestive issues to skin complaints, and stress relief to immune system boosts, these remedies address a wide spectrum of common health concerns. Empowerment through Education: Learn not only the 'how' but also the 'why' behind each remedy, equipping you with the knowledge to make informed health choices. Transform Your Health Naturally: "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" isn't just a book; it's a movement towards taking control of your health using the healing power of nature. In an age where we often turn to quick pharmaceutical fixes, this guide brings us back to the enduring wisdom of herbal treatments. Begin Your Herbal Healing Journey Today: Ready to embrace a more natural approach to your health and well-being? Click "BUY NOW" and step into a world where every plant holds the potential for healing. Let "The Lost Book of Simple Herbal Remedies" be your guide on this transformative journey. Experience the profound impact of nature's healing power, all inspired by the teachings of Dr. Barbara O'Neill.

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Landscaping 101 - Kevin Redding Cover Art

Landscaping 101

Landscaping 101 The Homeowners Guide to Yard Design and Care by Kevin Redding

Looking for ways to enhance your property? Want to have a yard that makes the neighbours envious? Want to know how to utilize your space?  Download this quick report and discover:  * How to Plan Your Home Landscape  * Steps for Drawing the Base Plan  * How to Plan for Your Needs  * Landscaping Materials  * How to Choose and Plant Your Plants  * And Much, Much More!  Download now and create a landscape that will make you proud!

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Old Herbaceous - Reginald Arkell Cover Art

Old Herbaceous

Old Herbaceous by Reginald Arkell

Delightful descriptions and characterizations enliven this tale of an old-time gardener in an English countryside garden and his love of plants. With tender mentoring and the luck of winning a prize at the flower show, young Herbert becomes what he had dreamed of. This is the amusing story of an awkward orphan child with one leg a bit longer than the other who rises from unremarkable school-boy days spent picking wild-flowers and dodging angry farmers to become the legendary head gardener "Old Herbaceous," the most esteemed flower-show judge in the county and a famed horticultural wizard. Old Herbaceous traces his journey from young help to head gardener and although things have changed, the world had started with a garden (in Eden) after all, and things that old don't disappear so easily! Sprinkled with many nuggets of gardening wisdom, this is THE classic novel of the garden and the gardener, a witty and comical portrait, with a main character as unforgettable as P. G. Wodehouse’s immortal butler, Jeeves.

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The Herbal Apothecary - Christine Iverson Cover Art

The Herbal Apothecary

The Herbal Apothecary Recipes, Remedies and Rituals by Christine Iverson

From the best-selling author of The Hedgerow Apothecary, The Garden Apothecary and The Hedgerow Apothecary Forager's Handbook Learn the sustainable and ethical art of the apothecarist with this beautiful photographic guide to working with herbs and spices to make healing remedies and delicious recipes. Discover the fascinating properties and therapeutic benefits of everyday ingredients found in herb gardens and kitchen cupboards. For centuries, herbalists and healers have looked to nature for remedies and have made salves, toddies, teas, balms and preserves as cures for common ailments and to add piquant aromas and flavours to dishes - and now you can too. Inside you will find: - Photographs to help you safely identify edible plants - Advice on what is available in each season - Guidance on how best to grow, prepare and preserve your herbs and spices - Useful herbal remedies and delicious recipes to try - The fascinating folklore and history of these majestic aromatic plants

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Becoming a Gardener - Catie Marron Cover Art

Becoming a Gardener

Becoming a Gardener What Reading and Digging Taught Me About Living by Catie Marron

A beautifully designed, full-color personal account of what it means to become a gardener, filled with specially commissioned color photography, watercolors, and fine art. To make her new house in Connecticut truly feel like home, Catie Marron decided to create a garden. But while she was familiar with landscape design, she had never grown anything. A dedicated reader with a lifelong passion for literature, Marron turned to the library of gardening books she’d collected to glean advice from a variety of writers on gardening and horticultural topics both grand and small.  Marron’s quest to become a gardener, however, was about more than learning the basics about mulch or which plants work best in the shade. She sought something far more elusive: to identify the core qualities and characteristics that make a person a gardener and an understanding of what a garden could mean to her as it had to multitudes of other gardeners over the centuries. In Becoming a Gardener, Catie Marron chronicles her transformation into a gardener over the course of eighteen months, seeding the details of her experience with rich advice from writers as diverse as Eleanor Perényi and Karel Capek, Penelope Lively, and Jamaica Kincaid. As she digs deeper into her readings and works in the garden itself, Marron not only discovers the essence of gardening but in the words of Michael Pollan, “the endlessly engrossing ways that cultivating a garden attaches a body to the earth.” A delightful blend of informed opinion, personal reflection, and practical advice, Becoming a Gardener explores topics as varied as the composition of dirt, the agricultural wisdom of avid kitchen gardeners George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, the healing power of digging in the soil, and the beauty of finding solitude in nature. Throughout, Marron carefully plants special illustrated features, such as musings on the merits (and detriments) of the rose, essential tools, moonlight gardening, children’s books which feature gardens, and her favorite gardens around the world. Also included is an annotated list of recommended writers, books, and films related to gardens and gardening, and a monthly to-do calendar. Featuring specially commissioned illustrations by the Danish team All the Way to Paris, and stunning photographs by acclaimed photographer William Abranowicz that capture the pastoral beauty of Marron’s Connecticut garden, Becoming a Gardener is a very special and moving portrait of life and the enduring power of literature and nature that is sure to become an instant classic.

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Martha's Flowers - Martha Stewart & Kevin Sharkey Cover Art

Martha's Flowers

Martha's Flowers A Practical Guide to Growing, Gathering, and Enjoying by Martha Stewart & Kevin Sharkey

The essential resource from Martha Stewart, with expert advice and lessons on gardening and making the most of your spectacular blooms Martha Stewart's lifelong love of flowers began at a young age, as she dug in and planted alongside her father in their family garden, growing healthy, beautiful blooms, every year. The indispensable lessons she learned then--and those she has since picked up from master gardeners--form the best practices she applies to her voluminous flower gardens today. For the first time, she compiles the wisdom of a lifetime spent gardening into a practical yet inspired book. Learn how and when to plant, nurture, and at the perfect time, cut from your garden. With lush blooms in hand, discover how to build stunning arrangements. Accompanied by beautiful photographs of displays in Martha's home, bursting with ideas, and covering every step from seed to vase, Martha's Flowers is a must-have handbook for flower gardeners and enthusiasts of all skill levels.

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A Practical Guide to Topiary - Jenny Hendy Cover Art

A Practical Guide to Topiary

A Practical Guide to Topiary The Inspirational Art of Clipping, Training and Shaping Plants, with Designs, Techniques and 300 Photographs by Jenny Hendy

Topiary can be incorporated into a wealth of different garden styles, from traditional and country-house to Japanese and contemporary. This book will show you how versatile topiary can be, whether it simply outlines a garden boundary or emphasizes an architectural feature. Large-scale topiary elements are included, including hedges, doorways, windows, niches and alcoves; and geometric shapes from spheres to pyramids and turrets to spirals. There are also suggestions for more advanced planting such as knot gardens, parterres and mazes. Step-by-step projects include how to create a spiral and standard, train an arch, create freehand figures and use topiary frames. An extensive plant directory lists the best topiary plants and the training to which they are suited. From a modest pair of clipped standards to the dramatic parterres of the great French châteaux, this fabulous book explores all forms of plant training, clipping and shaping.  Jenny Hendy has written many gardening books on a range of subjects, although planting and design have always been her speciality. She has an Honours degree in Classical Botany, has worked for one of Britain’s leading gardening magazines and was editor of the European Topiary Society’s journal, Topiarius. An author, lecturer and TV guest presenter, Jenny also has a thriving garden design consultancy. She won the Garden Media Guild Award in 2010 for the Practical Book of the Year for her book Kid’s First Gardening Book.

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Marijuana Grower's Handbook - Ed Rosenthal Cover Art

Marijuana Grower's Handbook

Marijuana Grower's Handbook Your Complete Guide for Medical and Personal Marijuana Cultivation by Ed Rosenthal

Ed Rosenthal's legacy handbook contains the foundational knowledge, tools, and methods to enable you to grow great marijuana—inside and out.  All aspects of cultivation are covered, from the selection of varieties, setting up of the garden, through each stage of plant growth all the way to harvesting. Use efficient technology and save time, labor, and energy. Photographs throughout clarify instructions and show the stunning results possible by following Ed's growing advice. This classic guide was groundbreaking when it was first released in 2010. For the very latest in technologies, tips, and techniques, including advances in LED lighting, garden design, genetics, and sustainability, the author recommends his new title:  Cannabis Grower's Handbook , just released in October 2021.

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Animal, Vegetable, Miracle

Animal, Vegetable, Miracle A Year of Food Life by Barbara Kingsolver, Camille Kingsolver & Steven L. Hopp

At long last, the bestselling author of Small Miracles and The Poisonwood Bible returns with the wise and compelling true story of her family’s adventure to reclaim the food they eat America has long been a nation of farmers. But within the past several decades, our food supply has become dependent on transportation that burns fossil fuels and on increasingly fewer varieties of vegetables and animals. In a single generation, most Americans have lost their knowledge of agriculture and the natural processes that are a part of our food chain. But while food is cheap we pay for it in other ways, including shorter life spans for our children, argues Barbara Kingsolver. Determined to integrate their food choices with their family values, Kingsolver and her family moved from suburban Arizona to a rural Appalachia, and embarked on an adventure of realigning their lives with the food chain. Part memoir, part journalistic investigation, Animal, Vegetable, Miracle follows them through the first year of their experiment. Told in the compelling voices of the Kingsolver family, it recalls their experiences, and introduces other passionate, committed citizens who are trying to turn the tide in their communities, from organic farmers to members of the Slow Food movement who are doing their best to protect our foods against extinction and return us to a way of life that is better for our health, our wallets, and our environment.

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Salad as a Meal

Salad as a Meal Healthy Main-Dish Salads for Every Season by Patricia Wells

Patricia Wells, the grande dame of modern French cooking, is back with Salad as a Meal, featuring original recipes for turning nature’s freshest ingredients into delicious, satisfying repasts. With more than 150 recipes and glorious photos throughout, Salad as a Meal explores a culinary concept at once simple, elegant, and creative—no less than you would expect from the renowned chef and author of Simply French, The Provence Cookbook, and the Food Lover’s Guide to Paris.

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The Bonsai Bible

The Bonsai Bible The definitive guide to choosing and growing bonsai by Peter Chan

The Japanese and Chinese have been creating bonsai trees for centuries and it is now an internationally popular pastime. This compact and stylish guide will provide everything you need to know to grow bonsai successfully, including shaping with wires, watering, seasonal maintenance, tackling common ailments, choosing the right container, feeding and repotting. A directory of over 90 of the most popular species, illustrated with beautiful photographs, will enable you to find the tree that is right for you.

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How to Grow Cannabis at Home: A Guide to Indoor Medical Marijuana Growing - Glenn Panik Cover Art

How to Grow Cannabis at Home: A Guide to Indoor Medical Marijuana Growing

How to Grow Cannabis at Home: A Guide to Indoor Medical Marijuana Growing by Glenn Panik

This book provides a step-by-step guide to successfully cultivating cannabis and an informative read about all aspects of this healthful plant. It is not a gardening tips book, but a guide to help you through each stage of a project that is not rocket science, but has it's pitfalls. Additionally, this ebook serves as a reference/guide to the overwhelming jargon you will run into if research the topic online, for example: What are HPS, CFL, and LED lighting? What is the significance of light cycles? Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Magnesium!? Which of the hundreds of seed types should I choose? Cannabis Sativa? Cannabis Indica? Cannabis Ruderalis!? Should I choose a "feminized" strain? An "autoflowering" strain? What is the best “medicinal” strain? Ahhh! Help!! This book is aimed at the inquisitive-minded grower. Understanding the various facets of the process becomes both an engaging learning experience and a method to improve your growing results. Written in 2012, the book reflects the current stand of seed strains, lighting technology, growing enclosures, fertilizers, etc. Throughout the text, there are informative side bars that clarify myth vs. fact about the home cultivation of marijuana. If you do any research online, you are likely to find conflicting information about growing cannabis; this book will help clarify these conundrums using factual information. Supplement your own research with this well composed and concise book written by a successful home cultivator.

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This Life Is in Your Hands

This Life Is in Your Hands One Dream, Sixty Acres, and a Family Undone by Melissa Coleman

The counterculture movement in late 1960s rural Maine conjures up images of an idyllic life living off the land. This element is present in Melissa Coleman’s memoir, but it is not the exclusive image to emerge from her evocative, atmospheric book. A literary memoir in the tradition of Dave Eggers and Tobias Wolff, Melissa Coleman recounts her childhood spent on the farm her parents purchased, built and tended with their own hands, hoping to create a utopia in which to raise their family in unison with nature. Tragedy and wonder weave through Coleman’s narrative, as she tells of relentless winters, unnerving isolation, and infidelity that rocks her parents’ marriage. Then one summer day when Melissa is seven, her three-year old sister wanders off and disappears into the black water of the irrigation pond built to sustain her family’s crops. Melissa is left to search for truth while tragedy threatens to tear her family apart; a quest that is both deeply human and heartbreaking.

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Marijuana Grow Basics: The Easy Guide for Cannabis Aficionados

Marijuana Grow Basics: The Easy Guide for Cannabis Aficionados by Jorge Cervantes

Start as a beginner and advance through all aspects of marijuana cultivation.   This book offers you everything you need to know to become an expert marijuana cultivator, beginning to end.  Become an expert on grow room and internet security, feminized seeds, seedlings, cloning, mother plants, singling out male and female plants early, peak sinsemilla harvest, as well as manicuring, drying and curing your crop for highest potency.  Buy only the grow gear you need – hydroponics & soil, lights, CO₂ meters, fans & filters – to maximize your harvest.  Design  and set up your grow room with supplies from your local hardware store and garden center.  Plus troubleshoot problems and control common pests & diseases!

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Organic Gardening For Dummies, Mini Edition - Ann Whitman & National Gardening Association Cover Art

Organic Gardening For Dummies, Mini Edition

Organic Gardening For Dummies, Mini Edition by Ann Whitman & National Gardening Association

Grow a bountiful garden without harming the environment Whether you're cultivating fruits and vegetables or growing beautiful flowers, this handy guide shows you how to work with nature, not against it, to create and maintain an organic garden your whole family will enjoy. Open the book and find: How to beat weeds at their own game Tips for keeping pests away without chemical pesticides Ways to buy or make compost and build healthy soil How to work with, not against, your soil

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Emeril 20-40-60

Emeril 20-40-60 Fresh Food Fast by Emeril Lagasse

Long day at the office? In a hurry to get the kids to soccer practice? Hungry for more than just a sandwich? With Emeril 20-40-60, even if you're short on time, you don't have to sacrifice getting a freshly prepared, satisfying meal on the table. Divided into three sections, this brand-new cookbook is Emeril's first ever to organize mouthwatering home-cooked meals according to time. You'll find recipes you can make in 20 minutes or less, 40 minutes or less, or around 60 minutes, so now you can make the meals you want in the time you have. How about Orange, Walnut, and Goat Cheese Salad (19 minutes) or Spicy Pork Wraps with Creamy Coleslaw (26 minutes)? If you're really in a hurry, you can whip up the Simple Italian Wedding Soup (11 minutes). If you have more time to spare, try the Shrimp and Zucchini Fritters (35 minutes) or splurge on the Pork Loin with Apples and Prunes (60 minutes). Finally, here is a cookbook designed to help you make cooking a part of your busy life. Whatever the amount of time you have, there's a delicious recipe in Emeril 20-40-60 that will fit your schedule.

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American Grown - Michelle Obama Cover Art

American Grown

American Grown The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America by Michelle Obama

Since its first planting, the White House Kitchen Garden has sparked a new conversation about nutrition and our children’s health. In American Grown, First Lady Michelle Obama tells the story of the White House Kitchen Garden, celebrates the bounty of gardens across our nation, and reminds us all of what we can grow together.   Setting a new standard for illustrated eBooks, American Grown offers a beautifully designed and screen-optimized layout for color devices that takes advantage of the best features of each device.   This eBook offers new ways to experience more of the White House Kitchen Garden with features that include:   · Even more lush photography and historical images · Timeline of the White House grounds through the years · Delicious recipes not found in the physical book · Tips for healthy living, including information on creating nutritious meals on a budget and ways to increase the fruits and veggies in your diet · Helpful tips for gardeners including composting, a starter kit, and seasonal to-do lists · A satellite view of the White House Garden · A section for families with a bio of Bo, additional photographs, details on easy plants for kids to grow, and great snacks   The cutting-edge experience provided by the iBooks edition of the American Grown eBook also includes:   · Exclusive video of First Lady Michelle Obama · Bonus information on the White House honey harvest · An interactive satellite view of the White House Garden · Interactive seasonal garden plans that show what is growing in each bed · A special section for families, including a “Bo’s Vegetable Quiz” game and a puzzle game    Note:  There may be differences in the reading experience depending on your eReading device. Please note the interactive elements of the extra content and videos are only supported by the iPad in iBooks 2.  

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DIY Hydroponics

DIY Hydroponics by Authors & Editors of Instructables

Hydroponics gives you full step-by-step instructions for 18 projects to get your indoor harvest growing.  Learn how to get started in the field of hydroponics with projects that range from beginner to fully automated watering systems with grow lights.  All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by home-growing experts, and contain pictures for each step so you can get growing today!

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Marijuana Success Indoors - Ed Rosenthal Cover Art

Marijuana Success Indoors

Marijuana Success Indoors Garden Tours and Tips by Ed Rosenthal

Marijuana Success Indoors looks into the gardens of real people to see how they have combined gardening skill with technological savvy to produce quality buds. This large-format, 8.5 x 11 inch book focuses on homegrowing cultivation issues and solutions, including working in small spaces, the use of hydroponics versus planting mix gardens, lighting, and supplementing with CO2. A great companion to information found in grow guides Marijuana Success Indoors shows what types of problems are encountered in actual gardening situations, and how they are addressed to result in success.

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Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden

Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden Grow, Harvest, and Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms by Erin Benzakein

#1 Amazon Best Seller — Welcome to the farm! The Cut Flower Garden: Erin Benzakein is a florist-farmer, leader in the locaflor farm-to-centerpiece movement, and owner of internationally renowned Floret Flower Farm in Washington's lush Skagit Valley. A stunning flower book: This beautiful guide to growing, harvesting, and arranging gorgeous blooms year-round provides readers with vital tools to nurture a stunning flower garden and use their blossoms to create show-stopping arrangements. Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden: Cut Flower Garden is equal parts instruction and inspiration—a book overflowing with lush photography of magnificent flowers and breathtaking arrangements organized by season. Find inspiration in this lush flower book: Irresistible photos of Erin's flower farm that showcase exquisite bloomsTips for growing in a variety of spaces and climatesStep-by-step instructions for lavish garlands, airy centerpieces, and romantic floral décor for every season If you liked Paris in Bloom, you'll love Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden.

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Mostly Plants

Mostly Plants 101 Delicious Flexitarian Recipes from the Pollan Family by Tracy Pollan, Dana Pollan, Lori Pollan & Corky Pollan

New York Times and USA Today Bestseller "Eat food, not too much, mostly plants." With these seven words, Michael Pollan—brother of Lori, Dana, and Tracy Pollan, and son of Corky—started a national conversation about how to eat for optimal health. Over a decade later, the idea of eating mostly plants has become ubiquitous. But what does choosing "mostly plants" look like in real life? For the Pollans, it means eating more of the things that nourish us, and less of the things that don’t. It means cutting down on the amount of animal protein we consume, rather than eliminating it completely, and focusing on vegetables as the building blocks of our meals. This approach to eating—also known as a flexitarian lifestyle—allows for flavor and pleasure as well as nutrition and sustainability. In Mostly Plants, readers will find inventive and unexpected ways to focus on cooking with vegetables—dishes such as Ratatouille Gratin with Chicken or Vegetarian Sausage; Crispy Kale and Potato Hash with Fried Eggs; Linguine with Spinach and Golden Garlic Breadcrumbs; and Roasted Tomato Soup with Gruyere Chickpea "Croutons". Like any family, the Pollans each have different needs and priorities: two are vegetarian; several are cooking for a crowd every night. In Mostly Plants, readers will find recipes that satisfy all of these dietary needs, and can also be made vegan. And the best part: many of these dishes can be on the table in 35 minutes or less! With skillet-to-oven recipes, sheet pan suppers, one pot meals and more, this is real cooking for real life: meals that are wholesome, flavorful, and mostly plant based.

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Beyond Buds

Beyond Buds Marijuana Extracts—Hash, Vaping, Dabbing, Edibles and Medicines by Ed Rosenthal

Beyond Buds is a handbook to the future of marijuana. Prohibition’s end has led to a technological revolution that’s generated powerful medicines and products containing almost zero carcinogens and little smoke. Marijuana icon Ed Rosenthal and leading cannabis reporter David Downs guide readers through the best new consumer products, and demonstrate how to make and use the safest, cleanest extracts. Beyond Buds details how award-winning artisans make hash and concentrates, and includes modern techniques utilizing dry ice and CO2. The book is a primer on making kief, water hash, tinctures, topicals, edibles, and other extracts from cannabis leaves, trim, and bud bits, and it goes on to explore and simplify the more exotic and trendy marijuana-infused products, such as butane hash oil (BHO), shatter, wax, and budder. More complex than lighting a joint, these innovative products call for new accessories — special pipes, dabbing tools, and vaporizers — all of which are reviewed and pictured in the book. Beyond Buds expands on Rosenthal’s previous book Ask Ed: Marijuana Gold — Trash to Stash. Completely updated with full-color photographs that are both “how-to” guides and eye candy, this book enables not only the health-conscious toker but also the bottom line–driven cultivator.

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The Southerner's Handbook

The Southerner's Handbook A Guide to Living the Good Life by Editors of Garden and Gun

Whether you live below the Mason Dixon Line or just wish you did, The Southerner’s Handbook is your guide to living the good life. Curated by the editors of the award-winning Garden & Gun magazine, this compilation of more than 100 instructional and narrative essays offers a comprehensive tutorial to modern-day life in the South. From Food and Drink to Sporting & Adventure; Home & Garden to Style, Arts & Culture, you'll discover essential skills and unique insight from some of the South’s finest writers, chefs, and craftsmen—including the secret to perfect biscuits, how to wear seersucker, and to the right way to fall off of a horse. You'll also find: Roy Blount Jr. on telling a great story; Julia Reed on the secrets of throwing a great party; Jonathan Miles on drinking like a Southerner; Jack Hitt on the beauty of cooking a whole hog; John T Edge on why Southern food matters; and much more. As flavorful, authentic, and irresistible as the land and the people who inspire it, The Southerner's Handbook is the ultimate guide to being a Southerner (no matter where you live).

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The New Plant Parent

The New Plant Parent Develop Your Green Thumb and Care for Your House-Plant Family by Darryl Cheng

For indoor gardeners everywhere, Darryl Cheng offers a new way to grow healthy house plants. He teaches the art of understanding a plant’s needs and giving it a home with the right balance of light, water, and nutrients. After reading Cheng, the indoor gardener will be far less the passive follower of rules for the care of each species and much more the confident, active grower, relying on observation and insight. And in the process, the plant owner becomes a plant lover, bonded to these beautiful living things by a simple love and appreciation of nature.  The New Plant Parent  covers all of the basics of growing house plants, from finding the right light, to everyday care like watering and fertilizing, to containers, to recommended species. Cheng’s friendly tone, personal stories, and accessible photographs fill his book with the same generous spirit that has made @houseplantjournal, his Instagram account, a popular source of advice and inspiration for thousands of indoor gardeners.

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Second Nature

Second Nature A Gardener's Education by Michael Pollan

"One of the distinguished gardening books of our time," from the #1 New York Times –bestselling author of The Omnivore's Dilemma ( USA Today ).   Chosen by the American Horticultural Society as one of the 75 greatest books ever written about gardening   After Michael Pollan bought an old Connecticut dairy farm, he planted a garden and attempted to follow Thoreau's example: do not impose your will upon the wilderness, the woodchucks, or the weeds. That ethic did not, of course, work. But neither did pesticides or firebombing the woodchuck burrow. So Michael Pollan began to think about the troubled borders between nature and contemporary life.   The result is a funny, profound, and beautifully written book in the finest tradition of American nature writing. It inspires thoughts on the war of the roses; sex and class conflict in the garden; virtuous composting; the American lawn; seed catalogs, and the politics of planting a tree. A blend of meditation, autobiography, and social history, Second Nature , from the renowned author of The Botany of Desire , In Defense of Food , and other bestsellers, is "as delicious a meditation on one man's relationship with the Earth as any you are likely to come upon" ( The New York Times Book Review ).   "Usually when Americans have wanted to explore their relationship to nature they've gone to the wilderness, or the woods. Michael Pollan went to the garden instead . . . and he's returned with a quirky and pleasing book." —Annie Dillard   "A joy to read." — Los Angeles Times

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Mountain Folk Remedies

Mountain Folk Remedies The Foxfire Americana Library (9) by Foxfire Fund, Inc.

Beginning with an illustrated guide to the herbs and roots used in traditional Appalachian healing, “Mountain Folk Remedies” is a fascinating collection of historic remedies ranging from the practical (burdock tea will help aching feet) to the magical (carrying a buckeye in your pocket will help lessen arthritis). Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the stories, crafts, and customs of Appalachia.  Inspiring and practical, this classic series has become an American institution. In July 2016, Vintage Shorts celebrates Foxfire's 50th Anniversary.

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Bonsai - The Beginners Guide

Bonsai - The Beginners Guide Learn how to grow a Bonsai by Bonsai Empire

How often do I need to water my Bonsai tree?  Should I prune my tree? Although caring for a Bonsai tree is not nearly as difficult as most people believe, you need to learn about some basic techniques in order to keep your tree thriving. Our beginners guide contains all the essential information you need in order to succeed. It covers the basic techniques, well illustrated with over two hundred images, and explains everything you need to know in an understandable way. The book includes: - Over 200 stunning images - Over 100 pages - Explanations of the basic techniques and tools - Care guides on the 10 most popular tree species - Background on the history, definition and styles Bonsai Empire is the world's most visited Bonsai website and has provided beginners with quality information for over a decade. We have developed this guide to help you get a taste of this fascinating and living art, and hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do! Walter Pall: "Now here is the ultimate book to lead beginners. I am happy to have been able to contribute to this"

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The Savage Garden, Revised

The Savage Garden, Revised Cultivating Carnivorous Plants by Peter D'Amato

For fifteen years,  The Savage Garden  has been the number one bestselling bible for those interested in growing carnivorous plants. This new edition is fully revised to include the latest developments and discoveries in the carnivorous plant world, making it the most accurate and up to date book of its kind.   You may be familiar with the Venus flytrap, but did you know that some pitcher plants can—and do—digest an entire rat? Or that there are several hundred species of carnivorous plants on our planet? Beautiful, unusual, and surprisingly easy to grow, flesh-eating plants thrive everywhere from windowsills to outdoor container gardens, in a wide variety of climates. The Savage Garden is the most comprehensive guide to these fascinating oddities, gloriously illustrated with more than 200 color photos. Fully revised with the latest developments in the carnivorous plant world, this new edition includes:    •  All the basics—from watering and feeding to modern advances in artificial lighting, soil, and fertilizers.    •  Detailed descriptions of hundreds of plants, including many of the incredible new species that have been recently discovered and hybridized.    •  Cultivation and propagation information for all the plant families: pitcher plants, Venus flytraps, sundews, rainbow plants, bladderworts, and many other peculiar plants from the demented mind of Mother Nature. Whether you’re a beginner with your first flytrap or an expert looking for the latest exotic specimen, this classic book has everything you need to grow your very own little garden of horrors.

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The Cook's Herb Garden - DK Cover Art

The Cook's Herb Garden

The Cook's Herb Garden Grow, Harvest, Cook by DK

From your garden to your table, and every step in between, this lovely ebook will guide you through planting, growing, harvesting, and cooking herbs. There's a visual index of 120 culinary herbs and more than 30 delicious recipes to make with them. You'll be able to prepare your own salad dressing, marinades, flavored butter, pesto, herbal teas, and cordials, and add seasoning to your favorite meals. Whether you have a vegetable garden or want to fill some plant pots or window boxes, this book provides all the advice you need to start growing herbs. It gives you beneficial information on which herbs do well in different environments and situations. Learn the groups of herbs that like to grow together and create different selections like Mediterranean, everyday essentials, and salad herbs. Become an expert gardener with this compendium of herb cultivation. You'll find out when to plant the seeds and how to nurture them as they grow. There's helpful advice on how to keep pests away. Once you have harvested your herbs, learn the different ways you can store them for future meals, like freezing or drying them. Try your hand at the recipes to experience and enjoy the wonderful herbs you've grown. This library of herbs includes notes on their flavor and partner charts, which tell you which herbs go well with different dishes and drinks. You will know the best places to use your herbs and how to make exciting things with them. Master Gardener to Master Chef This is an essential ebook for anyone who wants to spice up their dinners with more flavor, make refreshing drinks, or learn how to partner with different flavors. Enjoy this special kind of recipe ebook that will help you create your own herb garden, so that every herb you use in the kitchen, you have the pleasure of growing it yourself. An especially thoughtful gift for the gardener or chef in your life. - 120 different culinary herbs, with stunning photos and clear descriptions. - Four sections with advice on how to plant, nurture, harvest, store, and cook with these herbs. - More than 30 recipes for hot and cold drinks, condiments, dressings, and many sensational meals.

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Coop

Coop A Year of Poultry, Pigs, and Parenting by Michael Perry

“You can read Michael Perry’s Coop as an outrageously funny comedy about a semi-hapless neophyte navigating the pitfalls (and pratfalls) of the farming life. Please do, in fact. But scratch a little deeper, past Perry’s lusciously entertaining and epigrammatic prose, his ultra-charming combo of Midwestern earnestness and serrated wit, and you’ll find a reflective, sincere, and surprisingly touching-at times, even heart-cracking-story about a man struggling to put down roots.” — Jonathan Miles, author of Want Not In over his head with two pigs, a dozen chickens, and a baby due any minute, the acclaimed author of Population: 485 gives us a humorous, heartfelt memoir of a new life in the country. Living in a ramshackle Wisconsin farmhouse—faced with thirty-seven acres of fallen fences and overgrown fields, and informed by his pregnant wife that she intends to deliver their baby at home—Michael Perry plumbs his unorthodox childhood for clues to how to proceed as a farmer, a husband, and a father. Whether he’s remembering his younger days—when his city-bred parents took in sixty or so foster children while running a sheep and dairy farm—or describing what it’s like to be bitten in the butt while wrestling a pig, Perry flourishes in his trademark humor. But he also writes from the quieter corners of his heart, chronicling experiences as joyful as the birth of his child and as devastating as the death of a dear friend.

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Bonsai Trees - The Ultimate "How To" Guide for Beginners - Richard Myers Cover Art

Bonsai Trees - The Ultimate "How To" Guide for Beginners

Bonsai Trees - The Ultimate "How To" Guide for Beginners by Richard Myers

Bonsai.  The ancient Japanese tradition of growing beautiful and manicured plants in tiny containers.  The tradition is gaining popularity and is becoming a must have in traditional and contemporary home decode.  Why spend tons of money on bonsai trees when you can grow and maintain them at home, cheaply? This information packed guide will appeal to beginners and experts alike. Learn about: -Choosing the right type of plant for you -How to use clamping and defoliating to give you gorgeous and healthy plants. -The secret tip for perfect bonsai soil -Grow the perfect plant directly from seed, and save money in the process -and much, much more! Bonsai is perfect for the casual gardener or someone wanting a more intricate hobby.  Make your home peaceful and serene, much to the envy of your friends and neighbors.  Get your hands on a copy of this much needed reference today!

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Founding Gardeners

Founding Gardeners by Andrea Wulf

A groundbreaking look at the Founding Fathers and their obsession with gardening, agriculture, and botany by the author of Magnificent Rebels and New York Times bestseller The Invention of Nature. • “Illuminating and engrossing.” — The New York Times Book Review For the Founding Fathers, gardening, agriculture, and botany were elemental passions: a conjoined interest as deeply ingrained in their characters as the battle for liberty and a belief in the greatness of their new nation. Founding Gardeners is an exploration of that obsession, telling the story of the revolutionary generation from the unique perspective of their lives as gardeners, plant hobbyists, and farmers. Acclaimed historian Andrea Wulf describes how George Washington wrote letters to his estate manager even as British warships gathered off Staten Island; how a tour of English gardens renewed Thomas Jefferson’s and John Adams’s faith in their fledgling nation; and why James Madison is the forgotten father of environmentalism. Through these and other stories, Wulf reveals a fresh, nuanced portrait of the men who created our nation.

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Cannabis - Danny Danko Cover Art

Cannabis

Cannabis A Beginner's Guide to Growing Marijuana by Danny Danko

This is the most accessible, attractive, and easy-to-use beginner's guide to growing marijuana. In only 144 illustrated pages, High Times editor, Danny Danko, covers the basics of successful pot cultivation. "This book gives new growers the exact information they need to grow successful cannabis crops. Danny's simple, direct writing style shines through in his new book that gives you the essentials of success." —World renown grow author Jorge Cervantes This book is a primer that covers: • The basics of setting up a grow room • Genetics and seeds • Germination • Sexing • Cloning and rooting for healthy plants • Building buds • When and how to harvest • Pest, fungi, molds, and deficiencies • Concentrates, edibles, tinctures, and topicals • Increasing yields for bigger harvests This is the novice marijuana grower's handbook that guides readers through the absolute essentials of cannabis horticulture to produce the most potent buds. From where to buy seeds to sowing, nurturing, and maintaining a crop, this handy "Pot Bible" is essential for the perfect harvest. Get growing today! Danny Danko  is a writer and photographer, the senior cultivation editor of  High Time s magazine, and the author of  The Official High Times Field Guide to Marijuana Strains .

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Backyard Vegetable Gardening Guide - Larry Stebbins Cover Art

Backyard Vegetable Gardening Guide

Backyard Vegetable Gardening Guide A Monthly Primer for the Organic Gardener in the Colorado Front Range and Beyond by Larry Stebbins

This monthly organic vegetable gardening guide leads the beginner and veteran gardener through the seasons. It begins with how to plan and design a garden to many other tips and suggestions that will ensure a bountiful harvest. Although it was written primarily for the Colorado front range, it is widely applicable to most mid to northern states.

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Cannabis Grower's Handbook

Cannabis Grower's Handbook The Complete Guide to Marijuana and Hemp Cultivation by Ed Rosenthal

Ed Rosenthal has been teaching people how to grow marijuana for decades. Let him help you cultivate bountiful buds, and lots of them. The techniques and tools for growing cannabis have changed over the past five years. Ed shows you the most productive and easiest methods in his new, most comprehensive book. Cannabis Grower’s Handbook features the latest innovations in marijuana cultivation that will save you time, money, and energy, including:   How to set up different types of home gardens, indoors and out   The newest, most efficient LED lights including adjustable spectrum fixtures   How to use sustainable regenerative gardening techniques   Fast, reliable drying and curing methods   Comprehensive integrated pest management   Choosing what to grow—find out more about high THC, autoflowers, and CBD varieties   Many more tools, tips, and techniques!   Cannabis Grower’s Handbook is the definitive guide for all cultivators. First-time home growers will learn how to get started and enjoy a successful first harvest. Experienced growers will find new information about lighting, flowering, outdoor CO2, stimulating growth, and harvesting. This book is an essential reference for developing standard operating procedures, whether for micro-operations or large-scale commercial cannabis operations. 600 PAGES OF FULL-COLOR PHOTOS, DIAGRAMS, AND CHARTS. ED ROSENTHAL is a legend—a veteran educator and an outspoken proponent of Full Legalization and The Right to Grow. His books are beloved by growers for their accessible style, accuracy, and innovative content. Ed wrote Cannabis Grower’s Handbook with a team of botanists, industry consultants, and scientists to ensure that you have the most up-to-date, accurate information to help you grow. This is the most extensively researched book about marijuana cultivation available. It will be your handy guide, like having an expert in your garden.

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