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Books > Health, Home & Family > Gardening > Specialized gardening methods

The Permaculture Student 1 Workbook (Paperback): Matt Powers The Permaculture Student 1 Workbook (Paperback)
Matt Powers
R381 Discovery Miles 3 810 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Gardening with Wild Plants (Paperback): Julian Slatcher Gardening with Wild Plants (Paperback)
Julian Slatcher 1
R478 R97 Discovery Miles 970 Save R381 (80%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

There are many examples of British wildflowers that we routinely use in our gardens and still more that could be used if we knew just a little more about them. Divided according to their natural habitats, the book features almost 200 different wild plants and photographs of each. Each habitat is introduced with practical information and tips, along with inspirational planting plans that show you how to combine plants creatively for maximum effect. All the essential facts, such as height, habitat, care and propagation are provided, to enable you to site plants successfully.

Perennial Vegetables - Organic Gardening: The Beginners Guide to Harvest Permaculture that you Plant Once and Harvest Forever... Perennial Vegetables - Organic Gardening: The Beginners Guide to Harvest Permaculture that you Plant Once and Harvest Forever (Paperback)
Hanna M Krem
R149 Discovery Miles 1 490 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Wildlife Pond Book - Create Your Own Pond Paradise for Wildlife (Paperback): Jules Howard The Wildlife Pond Book - Create Your Own Pond Paradise for Wildlife (Paperback)
Jules Howard 1
R529 R444 Discovery Miles 4 440 Save R85 (16%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This friendly, practical guide includes everything you need to know to pick up a spade, put in a pond and help wildlife flourish right outside your back door. Ponds are vital oases for nature. They are nursery grounds, feeding stops and bathing spots. They are genetic superhighways and vibrant ecosystems each brimming with life, interactions and potential. And they are for everyone. In The Wildlife Pond Book, Jules Howard offers a fresh perspective on ponds and encourages gardeners to reach for a garden spade and do something positive to benefit our shared neighbourhood nature. As well as offering practical tips and advice on designing, planting up and maintaining your pond, Jules encourages readers to explore the wildlife that colonises it with a torch, a microscope or a good old-fashioned pond-dipping net. With a foreword by award-winning wildlife-gardening author, Kate Bradbury, this helpful new guide includes a section outlining the hundreds of organisms that may turn up in your pond and is packed with creative ideas that have been tried and tested by author Jules Howard, an avid pond-builder, prolific pond-dipper and passionate voice for freshwater conservation for more than fifteen years. So, no matter how big your outdoor space is, The Wildlife Pond Book is the guide you need to create your very own haven for nature.

Holy Shit - Managing Manure to Save Mankind (Paperback): Gene Logsdon Holy Shit - Managing Manure to Save Mankind (Paperback)
Gene Logsdon; Illustrated by Brooke Budner
R395 R314 Discovery Miles 3 140 Save R81 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In his insightful new book, Holy Shit: Managing Manure to Save Mankind, contrary farmer Gene Logsdon provides the inside story of manure-our greatest, yet most misunderstood, natural resource. He begins by lamenting a modern society that not only throws away both animal and human manure-worth billions of dollars in fertilizer value-but that spends a staggering amount of money to do so. This wastefulness makes even less sense as the supply of mined or chemically synthesized fertilizers dwindles and their cost skyrockets. In fact, he argues, if we do not learn how to turn our manures into fertilizer to keep food production in line with increasing population, our civilization, like so many that went before it, will inevitably decline.

With his trademark humor, his years of experience writing about both farming and waste management, and his uncanny eye for the small but important details, Logsdon artfully describes how to manage farm manure, pet manure and human manure to make fertilizer and humus. He covers the field, so to speak, discussing topics like:

How to select the right pitchfork for the job and use it correctly

How to operate a small manure spreader

How to build a barn manure pack with farm animal manure

How to compost cat and dog waste

How to recycle toilet water for irrigation purposes, and

How to get rid ourselves of our irrational paranoia about feces and urine.

Gene Logsdon does not mince words. This fresh, fascinating and entertaining look at an earthy, but absolutely crucial subject, is a small gem and is destined to become a classic of our agricultural literature.

Crops in Pots - Practical Guide, Expert Advice (Paperback, New edition): Rachelle Strauss Crops in Pots - Practical Guide, Expert Advice (Paperback, New edition)
Rachelle Strauss; Foreword by Pippa Greenwood
R325 R281 Discovery Miles 2 810 Save R44 (14%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Like the idea of growing your own fruit, veg and herbs but don't have the room or energy? "Crops in Pots" is a user-friendly guide to getting a taste of self-sufficiency, growing wherever you can grab the space - whether it be your patio, balcony or window sill. Apart from the many joys of growing your own food, the benefits of container gardening are manifold: accessibility, portability, soil choice, easier pest and disease control...Find out how to get started and choose your pots, how to grow and harvest - including the most appropriate crops for small spaces, how to deal with problems and lots of great tips on how to be successful on a shoestring.

Born-Again Dirt - Farming to the Glory of God (Paperback): Joel Salatin Born-Again Dirt - Farming to the Glory of God (Paperback)
Joel Salatin; Noah Sanders
R411 Discovery Miles 4 110 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Do you desire to glorify God through the way you farm? Are you tired of reading books on farming and food production that ignore God as Creator? Have you ever wondered what agriculture would look like if it was based on the Bible instead of on evolution, Mother Nature, or the latest manipulations of life by science? In Born Again Dirt, Noah Sanders encourages Christian farmers to evaluate their farming methods in light of Scripture. This book looks at various Biblical principles related to agriculture and provides examples of practical application. Topics covered include: -Designing farms as beautiful, fruitful homes. -Honoring God's design in farm production -Growing crops that honor the Lord -Marketing as ministry -The idolatry of modern agriculture -Advantages of the farming lifestyle -Starting a farm and making a living. Without claiming to have all the answers, Born Again Dirt seeks to inspire you to develop a vision for God-glorifying agriculture . This book is a must read for any Christian who is a full time farmer, backyard gardener, or for anyone who desires a more Biblical view of agriculture.

Touchstones for Today (Paperback, Revised): Alanna Moore Touchstones for Today (Paperback, Revised)
Alanna Moore
R498 R406 Discovery Miles 4 060 Save R92 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Ancient standing stones transmit beneficial Earth energies and provide anchor points for the power and spirit of the land. Old traditions of healing, divination, wish fulfillment and fertility associated with certain stones continue to hold currency today. Anyone can tune into Earth's subtle dimensions with the art of dowsing and other forms of super-sensory attunement. Connecting and interacting, we can improve the feng shui of a place, and gain personal enrichment too Be inspired to discover for yourself the magical energies associated with both ancient megalithic sites and modern stones of power. Find out how to create energetic stone arrangements for Earth harmony and ritual working with the Sacred Land. Author Alanna Moore has been a geomancer for 30 years, sensing and advising on the energies and spirit of place, teaching internationally, and incorporating knowledge of Earth Mysteries into landscaping and permaculture design. "Will encourage you to create your very own Labyrinth or Stone Circle in your backyard," Don McLeod, 'Silver Wheel'.

RHS Can I Grow Potatoes in Pots - A Gardener's Collection of Handy Hints to Grow Your Own Food (Hardcover): Sally Nex RHS Can I Grow Potatoes in Pots - A Gardener's Collection of Handy Hints to Grow Your Own Food (Hardcover)
Sally Nex
R531 R436 Discovery Miles 4 360 Save R95 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

*** This easy Q&A format book is suited to both beginner and more experienced growers, and encompasses a wide range of subjects to take readers beyond the basics of fruit and vegetable growing. Taking into account the popularity for growing food from scratch among newbie gardeners, you'll find advice in this book whether you have a garden, an allotment, or even a balcony or other small space to work with-everyone can get involved with growing delicious edibles no matter what space they have available. Discover: - Which varieties to choose for gourmet home cooking, the most nutritious crops to grow, and how to grow unusual edibles like olives. - Techniques and tips to get the most out of each crop, from how to grow epic-size pumpkins to whether it's worth thinning beetroot. - Troubleshooting tips for pest problems: ways to work with wildlife rather than against it and providing an alternative viewpoint on traditional problems, such as eating the weeds as well! - How to make the most of your fruit and vegetable harvest, with information on the best time to pick produce and how to preserve it.

The Apple Grower - Guide for the Organic Orchardist, 2nd Edition (Paperback, 2nd edition, revised, enlarged and updated):... The Apple Grower - Guide for the Organic Orchardist, 2nd Edition (Paperback, 2nd edition, revised, enlarged and updated)
Michael Phillips
R927 R690 Discovery Miles 6 900 Save R237 (26%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

For decades fruit growers have sprayed their trees with toxic chemicals in an attempt to control a range of insect and fungal pests. Yet it is possible to grow apples responsibly, by applying the intuitive knowledge of our great-grandparents with the fruits of modern scientific research and innovation. Since The Apple Grower first appeared in 1998, orchardist Michael Phillips has continued his research with apples, which have been called "organic's final frontier." In this new edition of his widely acclaimed work, Phillips delves even deeper into the mysteries of growing good fruit with minimal inputs. Some of the cuttingedge topics he explores include: The use of kaolin clay as an effective strategy against curculio and borers, as well as its limitations Creating a diverse, healthy orchard ecosystem through understory management of plants, nutrients, and beneficial microorganisms How to make a small apple business viable by focusing on heritage and regional varieties, value-added products, and the "community orchard" model The author's personal voice and clear-eyed advice have already made The Apple Grower a classic among small-scale growers and home orchardists. In fact, anyone serious about succeeding with apples needs to have this updated edition on their bookshelf.

Hobby Hydroponics (Paperback, 2nd edition): Howard Resh Hobby Hydroponics (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Howard Resh
R1,053 Discovery Miles 10 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Over the past 30 years, there has been increasing interest in hobby hydroponics, and many small-scale units have been developed to meet market demand. This edition updates readers about types of hydroponic hobby units and growing supplies currently available on the market. The book evaluates various indoor commercially available hydroponic units and informs the reader of growing procedures in the home environment.

Southwest Fruit & Vegetable Gardening, 2nd Edition - Plant, Grow, and Harvest the Best Edibles for Arizona, Nevada & New Mexico... Southwest Fruit & Vegetable Gardening, 2nd Edition - Plant, Grow, and Harvest the Best Edibles for Arizona, Nevada & New Mexico Gardens (Paperback)
Jacqueline Soule
R612 R508 Discovery Miles 5 080 Save R104 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days
Small is Bountiful - Getting More from Less in Your Small Space (Hardcover): Liz Dobbs Small is Bountiful - Getting More from Less in Your Small Space (Hardcover)
Liz Dobbs
R752 R430 Discovery Miles 4 300 Save R322 (43%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

"Small is Bountiful" covers everything you need to start growing your own food, however small the space available to you. Whether you have never grown anything before or are a seasoned gardener looking for new ideas, you'll find both inspiration and practical tips on planting, harvesting and nurturing. Each chapter takes you through the different stages of how to get the very best from your garden: Big Ideas for Small Spaces looks at the space and site you have available for growing crops. Small Bites offers ideas for planting fast-growing crops such as leafy salads, edible flowers, and herbs, and Bigger Servings explains how to increase the yield of fruiting and root crops. Here you'll find favourites such as potatoes for the patio and a crate of cook's herbs. There is advice on choosing the right plants, planting ideas, and detailed care instructions, plus recipes and tips on how to store and preserve your bountiful harvest. The featured planting has been developed around planting 'recipes', based on how you would use the harvest in the kitchen - for example the container "A Taste of Italy" gives you a marvellous tomato and basil combination. With beautiful photography and clear instructional text, the 34 projects look as good as they taste.

Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Southwest (Paperback): George Oxford Miller Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Southwest (Paperback)
George Oxford Miller
R469 Discovery Miles 4 690 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Plan Your Landscape or Garden to Help Beloved Backyard Visitors The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts them and, more importantly, helps them thrive. Professional nature photographer and botanist George Oxford Miller provides all the information you need in this must-have guide for Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, west Texas, and Utah. Learn how to landscape and create pollinator gardens with native plants, including succulents. The book begins with an in-depth introduction to native pollinators and to birds. It's followed by a "field guide" section to more than 100 native plants that are widely available to utilize, are easy to care for, and provide great benefit to birds, bees, and butterflies. The species are organized by level of sunlight needed and then by plant types. Each species includes full-color photographs and information about hardiness zones, what they are most likely to attract, soil requirements, light levels, and George's notes. As an added bonus, you'll make use of blooming charts, tips on attracting specific species, and more! Plus, the invaluable garden plans and projects show you just what to do and can be customized to suit your own specific interests. Plan, plant, and grow your beautiful garden, with native plants that benefit your favorite creatures to watch and enjoy.

Turf Management in the Transition Zone (Hardcover): J H Dunn Turf Management in the Transition Zone (Hardcover)
J H Dunn
R2,362 Discovery Miles 23 620 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The essential resource for managing turfgrasses in the Transition Zone In the Transition Zone, where temperature and precipitation vary greatly from season to season, maintaining healthy, high-quality turfgrass requires year-round focus. Turfgrass managers must practice intensive maintenance of cool-season grasses or use warm-season grasses, which become dormant in the cool days of fall and winter. Turf Management in the Transition Zone covers all the fundamental principles of maintaining turfgrass in this complex growing area. It helps turfgrass managers in transition areas develop a deeper understanding of: The growth cycles of cool- and warm-season grasses Turfgrass physiology, nutrition, and soil science Cultural practices, including mowing and irrigation Management of climate-specific diseases and insects Complete with more than 100 illustrations and tables,Turf Management in the Transition Zone offers expert advice for everyday turf-maintenance issues faced by golf course superintendents, sports turf managers, greenkeepers, lawn care specialists, and golf course architects and builders.

The Urban Garden - 101 Ways to Grow Food and Beauty in the City (Hardcover): Kathy Jentz, Teri Speight The Urban Garden - 101 Ways to Grow Food and Beauty in the City (Hardcover)
Kathy Jentz, Teri Speight
R471 Discovery Miles 4 710 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
The Seasonal Baker - Baking All Year Round (Hardcover): Michelle Evans-Fecci The Seasonal Baker - Baking All Year Round (Hardcover)
Michelle Evans-Fecci
R633 R522 Discovery Miles 5 220 Save R111 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Seasonal bakes and tips on growing your own produce by former The Great British Bake Off contestant, Michelle Evans-Fecci Former Bake Off contestant Michelle was known on the show for her flavoursome, colourful bakes and for championing seasonal, locally sourced and homegrown produce. Whether it's a simple loaf for breakfast or a striking showstopper cake for a celebration, she loves using seasonal food to create tasty recipes for the whole family to enjoy. The Seasonal Baker is a collection of recipes straight from Michelle's kitchen to yours - from quick-and-easy bakes to others that are a bit more challenging - with an emphasis on special events such as Easter, Halloween and Christmas. Inside you will find delicious, vibrant recipes such as: - Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding - Truffle, Rosemary and Garlic Focaccia - Smokey Pulled Pork Sausage Rolls - Butternut Squash, Feta, Maple and Pecan Cups - Vanilla, Rhubarb and Raspberry Celebration Cake Michelle grew up on a farm and learned from a young age how to grow vegetables and the basics of cooking and baking. She now lives in the beautiful seaside town of Tenby in Pembrokeshire with her husband Ben, their teenage son Alfie, little whippet Rosie, and two cheeky hens. As a family they love to be out in the garden where they grow a lot of the fruit, vegetables and herbs that Michelle uses in her everyday cooking. The book shows just how easy and rewarding it is to grow your own produce. As well as delicious bakes for all abilities, The Seasonal Baker contains hints and tips on ways of being thrifty with food. There is something for everyone, from what to plant, when to plant it and when to harvest - whether you have access to a plant pot, window box, balcony, raised bed or garden veg patch with intuitive, creative photos to help.

Birdwatcher's Garden (Paperback, Revised edition): Hazel J. Johnson, Pamela Johnson Birdwatcher's Garden (Paperback, Revised edition)
Hazel J. Johnson, Pamela Johnson
R501 R244 Discovery Miles 2 440 Save R257 (51%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This title is ideal for people who wish to attract birds to their gardens, whether to aid the bird population or purely for pleasure. The reference tables throughout identify the food and plants that attract specific birds. It is from UK authors who have a long-shared interest in wildlife, conservation and ecology. The most regular contact many people have with wildlife is the pleasure of watching birds in the garden. Readers can increase the attraction of their garden for birds by supplementing the food, shelter, roosting and nesting sites that are available. Hazel and Pamela Johnson show the most effective means of ensuring that birds will flourish and also detail the principles of sympathetic gardening, discussing how best to enhance local habitats, whether in cities, suburbs, a village or rural setting. Even patios and balconies can be attractive and useful to birds and the authors share their experience of this, devoting a chapter to the particular concerns of small gardens. They also cover: constructing, siting and maintaining ponds; cultivating annuals, biennials, perennials and aquatic plants; organic gardening and conservation issues; avoiding potential hazards; and, breeding and feeding habits.

Practical Guide to Pruning, Training and Topiary - How to Prune and Train Trees, Shrubs, Hedges, Topiary, Tree and Soft Fruit,... Practical Guide to Pruning, Training and Topiary - How to Prune and Train Trees, Shrubs, Hedges, Topiary, Tree and Soft Fruit, Climbers and Roses (Hardcover)
Richard Bird
R539 R429 Discovery Miles 4 290 Save R110 (20%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

(New edition) A clear and expert how-to guide to pruning and training ornamental and fruiting plants, with 970 informative photographs and illustrations, and a directory of plants and how to prune them. A helpful introduction, covering basic principles and techniques, is followed by chapters arranged by plant type. Each one includes practical advice, illustrated with step-by-step photographic sequences and artworks, on the initial training of the plant type in question, how to prune, and how to undertake renovation pruning. An invaluable A-Z directory of ornamental plants looks at the pruning requirements of a wide range of species on a plant-by-plant basis, explaining when and how to prune. All techniques and projects are shown in close-up step-by-step photography and diagrams, making this an essential book on the subject for any gardener.

Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Southern California (Paperback): George Oxford Miller Native Plant Gardening for Birds, Bees & Butterflies: Southern California (Paperback)
George Oxford Miller
R567 R517 Discovery Miles 5 170 Save R50 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Plan Your Landscape or Garden to Help Beloved Backyard Visitors The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, earth-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts them and, more importantly, helps them thrive. Professional nature photographer and botanist George Oxford Miller provides all the information you need in this must-have guide for Southern California. Learn how to landscape and create pollinator gardens with native plants. The book begins with an in-depth introduction to native pollinators and to birds. It's followed by a "field guide" section to more than 100 native plants that are widely available to utilize, are easy to care for, and provide great benefit to birds, bees, and butterflies. The species are organized by level of sunlight needed and then by plant types. Each species includes full-color photographs and information about hardiness zones, what they are most likely to attract, soil requirements, light levels, and George's notes. As an added bonus, you'll make use of blooming charts, tips on attracting specific species, and more! Plus, the invaluable garden plans and projects show you just what to do and can be customized to suit your own specific interests. Plan, plant, and grow your beautiful garden, with native plants that benefit your favorite creatures to watch and enjoy.

The Kindred Life - Stories and   Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection (Hardcover): Christine Marie Bailey The Kindred Life - Stories and Recipes to Cultivate a Life of Organic Connection (Hardcover)
Christine Marie Bailey
R489 Discovery Miles 4 890 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Even though technology makes us more "connected" than ever, we still hunger for authentic relationships-with the natural world, our creator, and one another. But how do we find them, especially when we've lost touch with many of the foundational rhythms that draw us together? The Kindred Life is a rallying cry for real connection in a time when we need to re capture what's been lost. In this collection of stories, photos, and recipes from her home on Kindred Farm in Santa Fe, Tennessee, sustainable farmer Christine Bailey shares both the beautiful and gritty moments as she grew from a hopeful urban gardener to co-owner of a farm full of produce, bees, chickens, and flowers that provides meaningful experiences for friends, family, and hundreds of guests each year. Kindred means "tribe" or "family," and at the center of The Kindred Life is an invita tion to pursue the experiences that unite us, like spending time in the dirt, slowing down, and joining in a simple meal under the stars. We were all created with the ability to carve out a life of connection, and it's worth every bit of sweat it takes to get there. We can slow down. We can step forward in bravery to do hard things well. And we can be intentional about gathering with and investing in others. Discover the beauty of community, the magic of coming together around the table, and the lessons the land can teach you as you unearth your very own Kindred Life-right where you are.

Architectural Gardens - Inside the Landscapes of Lucas & Lucas (Hardcover): Mike Lucas, Thad Orr Architectural Gardens - Inside the Landscapes of Lucas & Lucas (Hardcover)
Mike Lucas, Thad Orr
R916 Discovery Miles 9 160 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A portfolio of ten lushly illustrated residential landscape projects in California's wine country, each a lesson in the alchemy of garden design, created by landscape architecture firm Lucas & Lucas. The work of landscape architecture firm Lucas & Lucas extends the architecture of the house into the garden through carefully selected elements of design. Each of the ten projects in Architectural Gardens includes a design narrative that addresses the interconnections between home and land, detailed captions, and a site plan. Readers will learn how to implement features such as landscape windows, breeze-catching grasses, cascading concrete waterfalls, and trees with thoughtfully cast shadows to transform their landscape. The book includes a roundup of Mike Lucas's favorite plants-those best suited to different types of properties and for different purposes like drought tolerance or fast growth. The featured projects will appeal to garden designers, landscape architects, landscape contractors, architects, and home builders, as well as home gardeners looking for inspiration.

RHS Your Wellbeing Garden - How to Make Your Garden Good for You - Science, Design, Practice (Hardcover): Royal Horticultural... RHS Your Wellbeing Garden - How to Make Your Garden Good for You - Science, Design, Practice (Hardcover)
Royal Horticultural Society (DK Rights) (DK IPL), Alistair Griffiths, Matthew Keightley, Annie Gatti, Zia Allaway 1
R555 R463 Discovery Miles 4 630 Save R92 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Your garden could be even better for you. Discover... How certain plants can form a barrier against air and noise pollution Which birdsong alleviates anxiety How plants can help to save energy Why green is so good for us Learn how connecting with nature can reduce stress and improve wellbeing. You don't even need a garden - even a balcony or houseplants can help to boost your mood. Every recommendation is backed by scientific research, drawn together by the team of RHS scientists and experts. Favourite garden designer at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Matt Keightley then suggests how to translate the science into ideas for your green space. With this groundbreaking book, find out how, in sometimes very simple ways, you can create an outdoor space that nourishes your mind and body, and is good for our planet too.

Wild Edens (Hardcover): Chris Gardner, Toby Musgrave Wild Edens (Hardcover)
Chris Gardner, Toby Musgrave
R1,267 R1,010 Discovery Miles 10 100 Save R257 (20%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

The Times Best Gardening Books of 2022 Ornamental plants are the cornerstone of our gardens and we are spoiled for choice with literally tens of thousands of hardy beauties from which to select. But we take them absolutely for granted, not for a moment realising that every plant has a fascinating tale to tell. Wild Edens sets the record straight. With global coverage, each of the nine richly illustrated chapters explores a plant biodiversity hotspot. The reader is transported on a visually stunning and fascinating voyage of discovery which reveals our garden favourites - as well as some species that should be more widely cultivated - in their natural habitats, from daffodils from Andalusia and tulips from the Tien Shan, to monkey puzzles from Chile and rhododendrons from the Himalayas, lilies from Japan and proteas from South Africa. Because the authors have been to the hotspots, each chapter opens with their personal reflections on the landscape and spirit of place, and closes with their selection of prime locations. In between, the informative yet approachable text tells of the plants' 'forgotten stories'. Of the landscapes which are their home, the adventures of how and when they were discovered and by whom, the reasons why they were collected, their impact on garden fashions and trends, etc. Wild Edens brings another dimension of interest and understanding to plants and gardens, as well as being a premium armchair traveller's guide to the natural world of garden plants.

Vegetable Gardening For Beginners - 4 WEEKS VEGETABLES - Simple Ways to Grow Full and Healthy Vegetables Anywhere - Raised Bed... Vegetable Gardening For Beginners - 4 WEEKS VEGETABLES - Simple Ways to Grow Full and Healthy Vegetables Anywhere - Raised Bed Gardening, Vertical Gardening, Horticulture For Beginners, and Hydroponics (Paperback)
Jaqueline Mcfarland
R635 R522 Discovery Miles 5 220 Save R113 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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