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Book Synopsis Blue Ridge Mountain Gardening by : Mike McLeod
Download or read book Blue Ridge Mountain Gardening written by Mike McLeod and published by . This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardens are a beautiful and satisfying addition to any landscape. And while mountainous terrains provide their own gardening challenges, you can overcome them with some hard work, an appreciation of the beauty of the mountains, and the compulsion to enhance and beautify your natural surroundings. You will face some setbacks and disappointments, but with a little persistence, you can create a beautiful garden that will last you for years to come. In Blue Ridge Mountain Gardening, author Mike McLeod shares the wisdom and insight he has gained from over thirty years of developing his own garden plots in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Focusing on four principles that center on the use of compost, using native plants, utilizing plants recommended by local professionals, and choosing foliage for year-round color, this detailed book also provides keen insight into irrigation, freeze damage, plant diseases, flower recommendations, and much more. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, this remarkable work-illustrated with stunning photographs-is required reading for anyone living in hilly or mountainous areas who wants to build and maintain a beautiful garden.
Book Synopsis Favorite Wildflower Walks in Georgia by : Hugh O. Nourse
Download or read book Favorite Wildflower Walks in Georgia written by Hugh O. Nourse and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wildflower lovers across Georgia know Hugh and Carol Nourse through their popular slide lectures. Countless other enthusiasts have seen their glorious wildflower photographs in books and magazines. Here the Nourses draw on years of travel around the state to share their favorite places for seeing wildflowers. Of the many walks the Nourses have taken, these are the ones they return to most often because of the density or the unusual nature of the floral display. All twenty of these wildflower walks are on public land; everything you need to know about how to find them and what to do once you're there is included. Five walks are presented from each of Georgia's four geographic regions: Cumberland Plateau/Ridge and Valley (northwestern Georgia); Blue Ridge (northeastern Georgia); Piedmont (Georgia foothills and fall line); and Coastal Plain (all of Georgia below the fall line). For each walk, a scenic photo gives a hint of the locale's overall character. In addition, five of the wildflowers encountered on the walk are profiled with a photograph and a detailed description. All of the wildflowers on these walks are native to Georgia. A few are rare and endangered. Common plant names are used in the main text; the index lists both common and scientific names. Coverage of each walk includes directions and a trail map plus information about: flowering season peak flowering period flower habitats walk length and difficulty restroom availability applicable fees
Book Synopsis Blue Ridge Parkway Vistas by : Tim Barnwell
Download or read book Blue Ridge Parkway Vistas written by Tim Barnwell and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Second edition of Blue Ridge Parkway Vistas book
Book Synopsis Hiking North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book Hiking North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains written by Danny Bernstein and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Western North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains are some of the oldest on earth, boasting old-growth forests, pristine streams, and ancient heath balds with stunning views. This guide includes 72 great day hikes ranging from 1 to 13 miles, with destinations like the stone tower of Hanging Rock State Park, Max Patch on the Appalachian Trail, the "Opera Box" at Chimney Rock State Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway's Craggy Gardens, the waterfalls of Linville Gorge, and Gregory Bald in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each entry includes complete driving and hiking directions, maps, trailhead GPS coordinates, elevation gain, trail highlights, and related historical anecdotes, plus books and movies set in each locale.
Book Synopsis How to Have a 100% Organic Raised Bed Garden by : Susan Chamberlain Shipe
Download or read book How to Have a 100% Organic Raised Bed Garden written by Susan Chamberlain Shipe and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2010-07-02 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our garden danced in my head years before it became a reality. We moved from metro-south Florida to rural North Carolina in 1988, in order to fulfill our dream to live in the country. Our claim to country living is a small 14.25 acre, with circa 1950 farmhouse, mini-farm in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Book Synopsis Birds of the Blue Ridge Mountains by : Marcus B. Simpson
Download or read book Birds of the Blue Ridge Mountains written by Marcus B. Simpson and published by University of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Suggests locales for finding specimens of the over 300 species of birds residing in this region.
Download or read book Growing Flowers written by Niki Irving and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master Flower Gardening and Learn to Grow Flowers for All Seasons “Anyone wanting to get started with a flower garden will find plenty of expert guidance here.” ―Publishers Weekly #1 Best Seller in Annual Flowers Gardening, Bulb Flower Gardening, and Perennial Gardening Master the art of cultivating cut flowers, from seed to stunning arrangements, with this indispensable guide for gardening novices and pros alike. Create botanical beauty. Niki Irving’s Growing Flowers whisks you away to the serene mountains of Asheville, NC, where her boutique flower farm thrives. Learn to grow florets and cut flowers with the same sustainable, natural practices Niki employs on her mountain-fresh farm. Boost your horticultural skills. This garden journal not only introduces you to the pleasures of growing a cutting garden but also guides you to arrange your flowers into simple-yet-gorgeous bouquets. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of flower farming and discover techniques using not just blooms and greenery, but even artichokes, vines, and berries. Inside, you'll find: Practical guidance on organic flower gardening, from selecting the right seeds and seedlings to mastering seasonal rotation Insightful techniques for arranging cut flowers Tips and tricks from Niki Irving's successful boutique flower farm for cultivating your own cutting garden Engaging photographic content that transforms the book into a delightful coffee table addition Growing Flowers is a wonderful addition to any collection of garden books. If you’re looking for gardening gifts for gardeners or enjoy flowering plant books and flower books like Floret Farms Cut Flower Garden book, Floret Farm's A Year in Flowers, or The Flower Gardener's Bible, you’ll love Niki Irving's Growing Flowers.
Book Synopsis Mountain Nature by : Jennifer Frick-Ruppert
Download or read book Mountain Nature written by Jennifer Frick-Ruppert and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2010-04-15 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Southern Appalachians are home to a breathtakingly diverse array of living things--from delicate orchids to carnivorous pitcher plants, from migrating butterflies to flying squirrels, and from brawny black bears to more species of salamander than anywhere else in the world. Mountain Nature is a lively and engaging account of the ecology of this remarkable region. It explores the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachians and the webs of interdependence that connect them. Within the region's roughly 35 million acres, extending from north Georgia through the Carolinas to northern Virginia, exists a mosaic of habitats, each fostering its own unique natural community. Stories of the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachians are intertwined with descriptions of the seasons, giving readers a glimpse into the interlinked rhythms of nature, from daily and yearly cycles to long-term geological changes. Residents and visitors to Great Smoky Mountains or Shenandoah National Parks, the Blue Ridge Parkway, or any of the national forests or other natural attractions within the region will welcome this appealing introduction to its ecological wonders.
Book Synopsis Rocky Mountain Month-By-Month Gardening by : John Cretti
Download or read book Rocky Mountain Month-By-Month Gardening written by John Cretti and published by . This book was released on 2015-07 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocky Mountain Month-by-Month Gardeningis your one stop resource for easy-to-use information on gardening in the region.
Book Synopsis The Magical World of Moss Gardening by : Annie Martin
Download or read book The Magical World of Moss Gardening written by Annie Martin and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2016-02-08 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This is a fascinating books for anyone wanting to truly broaden the range of plants they grow.” —Gardens Illustrated Moss is an extraordinary plant—it grows without roots, flowers, or stems. Despite being overlooked, in many ways, moss is perfect: it provides year-round color, excels in difficult climates, prevents soil erosion, and resists pests and disease. In The Magical World of Moss Gardening, bryophyte expert Annie Martin reveals how moss can be used in stunning, eco-friendly spaces. The beautifully illustrated guide includes basics on designing and planting a moss garden, and an inspiring tour of the most magical public and private moss gardens throughout the country.
Book Synopsis Super-Scenic Motorway by : Anne Mitchell Whisnant
Download or read book Super-Scenic Motorway written by Anne Mitchell Whisnant and published by Univ of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 2006-10-02 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most visited site in the National Park system, the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway winds along the ridges of the Appalachian mountains in Virginia and North Carolina. According to most accounts, the Parkway was a New Deal "Godsend for the needy," built without conflict or opposition by landscape architects and planners who traced their vision along a scenic, isolated southern landscape. The historical archives relating to this massive public project, however, tell a different and much more complicated story, which Anne Mitchell Whisnant relates in this revealing history of the beloved roadway.
Download or read book Devotion written by Mignon Durham and published by . This book was released on 2021-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appalachian gardening and nature book
Download or read book Gather written by Maggie Enterrios and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-have companion for your next foraging adventure Whether you are a foodie looking for fiddleheads and ramps, a mushroom hunter seeking the elusive morel, or an herbalist searching for medicinal plants, bring Gather along on your next foraging expedition. You can write notes about the plants you have foraged for and how you used them, record where you found specific plants on fillable maps, and document harvest times on the blank calendar pages. When used in conjunction with your favorite trusted foraging guide, Gather is a trail-side companion that will make your time in nature more enjoyable and memorable. Filled with beautiful illustrations by Maggie Enterrios and featuring a ribbon marker and elastic enclosure, this beautiful journal is a must-have for foragers and nature lovers.
Book Synopsis Blue Ridge Nature Journal by : George Ellison
Download or read book Blue Ridge Nature Journal written by George Ellison and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Few regions of the continental U.S. can match the magnificent natural wonder of the Blue Ridge. Field naturalist and author George Ellison calls upon a lifetime of experience to illuminate the extraordinary natural history of the Blue Ridge through a series of masterfullly written essays. Featuring a collection of full-color artwork by renowned watercolorist Elizabeth Ellison.
Book Synopsis Explorer's Guide Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains (Fourth Edition) by : Jim Hargan
Download or read book Explorer's Guide Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains (Fourth Edition) written by Jim Hargan and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-06-04 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a new, updated edition, this comprehensive guide offers full coverage of both sides of the Tennessee–North Carolina divide. In a new, updated edition, this comprehensive guide offers full coverage of both sides of the Tennessee–North Carolina divide. Spend some time in the woods in two of the most popular national parks in the country—Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. You’ll find the best scenic drives, boating, horseback riding, fishing, rock climbing, skiing, and golf, and great local produce, crafts, music, historic homes, and museums in brick-fronted downtowns and bucolic artists’ colonies.
Book Synopsis A Naturalist's Blue Ridge Parkway by : David T. Catlin
Download or read book A Naturalist's Blue Ridge Parkway written by David T. Catlin and published by Univ. of Tennessee Press. This book was released on 1984 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winding over the crests and through the valleys of the southern Appalachian highlands between Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks, the Blue Ridge Parkway offers the traveler a natural spectacle unsurpassed for complexity and grandeur. This book is a lively and compact on-the-spot guide to the region's features, geological history, and natural inhabitants--from its plants, insects, and fish to its reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals.
Book Synopsis Hiking the Carolina Mountains by : Danny Bernstein
Download or read book Hiking the Carolina Mountains written by Danny Bernstein and published by Milestone Press (NC). This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mountains of western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina are a hikers paradise--rich with human history and home to some of the greatest biological diversity in the world. This guide includes 57 day hikes ranging in length from 2 to 13 miles, with destinations including the waterfalls of DuPont State forest; the Blue Ridge Parkway's beautiful Craggy Gardens; the ruins of George Vanderbilt's palatial Buck Spring hunting lodge on Mt. Pisgah; the summit of Cold Mountain, and more. Each entry covers everything you need to know to enjoy your hike: maps and detailed directions, mileage, elevation gain, trail highlights, fees and hiking regulations, films and novels set in each location, and more.
