Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 36,85 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780903505383
This guide includes information about rock gardens and plants, water, water features, lighting, aquatic plants and fish. It provides simple-to-follow guidance on how to build or improve a rockery or pond, how to make a scree or sink garden and how to choose the plants.
Author : Monty Don
Publisher : Two Roads
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 40,98 MB
Release : 2018-03-22
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1473666503
'Lavish ... a celebration of the history and enduring romance of Islamic gardens' Washington Post As seen on the highly acclaimed BBC2 series Monty Don's Paradise Gardens, a glorious celebration of the richness of Islamic culture through some of the most beautiful gardens on earth. In the Islamic tradition, a garden with its central elements of water, the scent of fruit trees, and places for rest and reflection, celebrate heaven on earth. Paradise gardens play a central role in everyday life in the Islamic world, yet little is known about them. Monty Don and acclaimed photographer, Derry Moore, set off on a journey to find out more about the principles and immersive delights of paradise gardens and how a very different culture and climate has influenced garden design round the world. Their journey covers twenty-nine gardens from the Real Alcazar and the Alhambra in Spain, and Le Jardin Majorelle in Morocco, to Highgrove and a Mughal garden in Bradford in England. There are some spectacular and rarely seen examples such as Pasargadae and the Maidan in Isfahan, Iran, the birthplace of paradise gardens, as well as the more renowned examples such as Turkey's Topkapi Palace and the Amber Palace and Taj Mahal in India. 'A garden, green and filled with water is heaven on earth - it is paradise.' Monty Don ALSO BY MONTY DON & DERRY MOORE JAPANESE GARDENS: A JOURNEY An exploration of the exquisite beauty and fascinating history of the most beautiful and famous gardens across Japan, from Kenrok-en to the Zen gardens of Tokyo. 'A fabulous, bonsai-filled book' Daily Mail
Author : David Squire
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 17,15 MB
Release : 2016-12-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1743372213
The idea of self-sufficient living has never been more prominent and as a result, henkeeping is becoming increasingly popular. You don't need a large garden, expensive equipment or even a great deal of time and by keeping chickens you can really benefit from the produce - just a couple of hens is all that is needed to keep a family well stocked in fresh eggs all year round. This essential guide provides all the key information needed for keeping your own poultry, from setting up and choosing the right site, housing, feeding, daily care routines, disease prevention and breeding. There is a comprehensive A-Z section on the different chicken and bantam breeds, as well as advice on choosing the right breed for you. The guide is also packed with plenty of practical advice on managing egg production, incubating and rearing and specific nutritional requirements. It is ideal for newcomers interested in learning all about the basics of henkeeping, as well as for those seeking a more self-sufficient, environmentally-friendly lifestyle. It urbanites wishing to embrace aspects of country living.
Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 17,64 MB
Release : 2017-04-18
Category :
ISBN : 1616896175
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 38,13 MB
Release : 1986
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780903505222
This book attempts to set out the fundamental principles to become a great gardener with careful observation and practical experience. "A garden is for its owner's pleasure."
Author : Nick Romanowski
Publisher : UNSW Press
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 39,60 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780868404189
"Don't drain that boggy spot--plant it" says an Aussie plant authority as he catalogs some 1,000 water and bog garden plants for warm temperate zones; samples water lilies, irises, carnivorous pitcher plants, bamboos, their relatives, koi and other fauna in 190 color photos; and offers tips on cultivation and pond construction. Lists down-under water garden suppliers and mail-order specialists. Distributed in the US by ISBS. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author : Jacqueline Heriteau
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 21,17 MB
Release : 1996-02
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780395709351
Water plants and accessories are the fastest-growing segment of the nursery business. This book, coauthored by the president of the International Water Lily Society (and owner of the country's largest aquatic nursery) is the definitive resource for North American gardeners. Full-color illustrations.
Author :
Publisher : Natl Assn Wholesale-Distr
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 14,11 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781934014103
Author : D. G. Hessayon
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 48,28 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780903505635
Sets out what you need to know in order to look after your garden. This title shows you how to care for wildlife, the environment and your own well-being. It shows you how to choose the right plants for the right place, and how to plant and care for flowers, trees, shrubs, fruit, vegetables and wild flowers.
Author : David Squire
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 33,40 MB
Release : 2017-07-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1607652102
Home Gardener’s Garden Pests & Diseases is the essential guide to identifying, targeting, and banishing common pests and diseases from the garden. All gardeners know the disappointment of finding their flowers nibbled, or their prized produce riddled with rust. Armed with this essential guide, you can stop the destruction. Get acquainted with all the common pests and diseases that afflict ornamentals, vegetables, fruits, and houseplants, and learn the best ways to deal with them. The effective options include both biological controls—increasingly popular in the gardening world—as well as the better-known organic and chemical methods. At-a-glance checklists explain which ailments generally afflict various plant types, from roses and rock-garden plants to soft fruits and vegetables.
