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First published thirty years ago, the long-awaited second edition
of "Growing California Native Plants" is the ideal hands-on native
plant guide for both experienced and novice gardeners. In addition
to the voluminous knowledge contributed by Marjorie G. Schmidt, now
deceased, Katherine L. Greenberg has taken note of the vibrant
state of today's horticultural scene, adding plants and ideas that
were little known when the book first appeared. Lavishly
illustrated with 200 new color photographs, drawings, maps, and
charts, this concise and easy-to-use reference covers trees,
shrubs, perennials, annuals, bulbs, grasses, and vines, and
includes a plant selection guide for quick reference. The authors,
whose combined experience spans six decades, take California's
summer-dry climate and restricted water supplies into account and
provide helpful notes on companion plants and gardening with
wildlife. Practical and informative, "Growing California Native
Plants" is a valuable reference for gardeners everywhere in
California and an enjoyable book simply to explore.
Designing Gardens with Plant Shapes introduces a new visual
approach to planting design. Instead of relying heavily on plant
knowledge, it provides a practical, hands-on method for the design
of planting, so that the final garden suits your needs and style.
This innovative book sets out the principles of planting design,
introduces the nine plant shapes and a selection of appropriate
plants, and explains how all gardeners - from the novice to the
experienced - can achieve a beautiful and rewarding garden.
Plants are a major part of most gardens and fulfil many roles
within them, providing colour, shade, scent, form, texture and much
more. Choosing the right plants can be a challenge but this book
provides a step-by-step guide for successful long-term planting,
using design techniques and good horticultural practice.
Most supermarket mushrooms are bland and boring; products of an
industrial process which typically relies on expensive equipment
and harmful pesticides. Many people would like to add more
flavorful and diverse fungi to their diets, but lack the knowledge
or confidence to gather or grow their own. Do-it-yourself
cultivation is a fun, exciting way to incorporate a variety of
mushrooms into a sustainable lifestyle. Mycelial Mayhem is a
straightforward, no-nonsense resource for the aspiring mushroom
grower. This practical guide cuts through much of the confusion
surrounding methods and techniques, helping the hobbyist or farmer
to: Select regionally appropriate species for the home garden,
farm-scale production, or an edible landscape Practice sustainable,
environmentally friendly cultivation techniques, such as companion
planting, to combat common garden pests and diseases Choose a
successful, proven business approach to maximize profit and
minimize frustration Many people find that DIY mushroom cultivation
is not nearly as complicated as they expect, but a knowledgeable
and experienced mentor is crucial to success. Whether your goal is
to harvest homegrown gourmet mushrooms for your table, supplement
your income by selling to friends and neighbors, or start a
full-fledged niche business, Mycelial Mayhem is packed with the
advice and resources you need to succeed with this rewarding and
valuable crop. David Sewak and Kristin Sewak are avid growers of
edible mushrooms, heirloom vegetables, native landscape plants and
sustainable landscape design. They speak on mushroom gathering and
indoor and outdoor cultivation techniques at regional and national
green living events.
Over the last twenty or so years garden ferns have greatly
increased in popularity and a gardener's options have never been
more exciting, but making the correct choice has perhaps become
more difficult. Written for the gardener, enthusiast and
horticulturalist, this book will reveal the fabulous range of form
offered by ferns; show ways of displaying ferns in the smallest to
the largest gardens; help in the selection process by giving
guidance on tolerance of cold, soil acidity, drought, sun, wind
etc. There are also suggestions where to acquire ferns, from the
commonest to the rarest. An authoritative and highly illustrated A
to Z section, listing over 500 different taxa, further helps with
identification and selecting the ideal fern for any cool temperate
garden.
Grow Like A Pro is the first collection of cultivation articles and
stellar photography from one of the leading magazines on marijuana,
Cannabis Culture. The featured writers are on the front lines of
marijuana research and development. Featured premier breeders and
grow experts include Ed Rosenthal, DJ Short, Hans and DMT. Each
offers practical instructions that will benefit any size garden and
level of experience. Every article in the book includes vivid color
photography, which is showcased by the contemporary, magazine-sized
format. Plus features on global cannabis culture give readers a
tour around the world to cannatourist desinations such as Jamaica
and Australia, plus cultures with emerging marijuana scenes such as
China and Russia. There are also Photo Galleries with luscious bud
shots from Cannabis Culture's top photographers.
DJ Short's essays on the craft of indoor cannabis cultivation show
how any hobbyist can refine gardening technique and achieve
mastery.
DJ Short is a celebrated breeder whose collection of seed strains
has received international recognition for their premier quality.
His first book collects two decades of experience in cannabis
cultivation and breeding for the amateur grower. Short's style is
both friendly and thoughtful, offering tips for selecting plants
and helping the serious hobbyist finesse their garden for high
quality.
The first section covers cultivation and each environmental
factor's contribution to the indoor gardener's success, with an
emphasis on organic methods. It includes secrets to customizing
lighting, temperature, air circulation, nutrients and supplements.
Gardening methods, from sprouting seeds to harvesting and curing
are described with quality and flavor in mind.
The second section includes essential topics of breeding -- such as
selecting plants, collecting pollen, and stabilizing a variety --
with careful consideration of how flavor and quality set a good
breeding program apart.
Includes photography of Short's varieties and other unique plants
throughout, plus 8 full-color pages of exceptional cannabis.
Peony features growing advice for one of the most beautiful and
popular flowering plants. Enthusiastic home gardeners and peony
collectors alike will learn the history of the plant, discover the
different types of peonies available, and enjoy profiles of the
best 194 varieties. Growing information includes details on
climate, soil, light, planting, and water needs. Helpful lists
detail the best peony varieties for specific needs, and a resource
listing shares the best places to buy peonies and the best public
gardens to see them in.
For everyone from beginners to masters, the one essential book to
growing, grooming, and caring for your bonsai tree.
Bonsai is the ancient craft of carefully regulating the growth and
shape of trees in order to produce miniature versions of mature
trees. Dating back over one thousand years to ancient Japan, bonsai
trees are some of the most beautiful and meticulously looked-after
plants in the world, and in recent years bonsai have exploded in
popularity in the Western world.
"Bonsai," written by world-renowned bonsai expert Peter Chan, is
the essential compendium for anyone interested in trying out bonsai
for the first time or adding more bonsai to their existing
collections, detailing everything you need to know about buying and
maintaining a magnificent bonsai tree, including:
- How to pick the right bonsai for you
- Tools and supplies to ensure your bonsai prospers
- How to shape your bonsai into different styles
- How different pots affect the growth of your bonsai
- And much more
With hundreds of color photographs and easy-to-read directions and
explanations on a variety of subjects, "Bonsai" is the only book
you'll ever need to successfully start and maintain your own
beautiful bonsai tree collection.
This title includes succinct advice on site, aspect, soil, compost,
lawns, fences, pruning, training, propagation, pest control and
more. It is an authoritative guide: helpful solutions to more than
1001 of the most frequently asked questions in one accessible
at-a-glance volume. It answers queries on garden sites, soil,
walls, lawns, fences, patios, trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials,
herbs, houseplants, vegetables, container gardening, the water
garden, compost, propagation, weed control, everyday maintenance
and greenhouses. It comes with over 850 photographs, this volume
will help you find a quick solution to every garden question.
Whether you're a novice gardener or have been growing plants for
years, each season can bring new dilemmas that need addressing.
This handy volume asks every typical garden question and provides
invaluable guidance for successful gardening. There are chapters on
planning and assessing the garden site; the hard landscape; lawns;
the ornamental garden; the kitchen garden; the water garden;
propagation; pruning and training; garden problems; growing under
cover; and garden equipment. All provide suggestions, help and
reassurance for the concerns most likely to be encountered, making
this the perfect reference book for every gardener.
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