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Book Synopsis Brooklyn Botanic Garden Gardener's Desk Reference by : Janet Marinelli
Download or read book Brooklyn Botanic Garden Gardener's Desk Reference written by Janet Marinelli and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 2016-06-28 with total page 1384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate gardening reference work compiled by two dozen of the world's leading plant experts under the auspices of one of the world's greatest botanical gardens. Brooklyn Botanic Garden Gardener's Desk Reference is a milestone in garden publishing, the kind of groundbreaking work that appears once in a lifetime. No gardening reference--ever--has combined this scope of information in a single volume. The coverage in most gardening reference books falls into a few standard horticultural categories. The Gardener's Desk Reference unlocks the door to a vast assortment of plant knowledge from around the world. There is enough information in this single volume to serve any plant enthusiast--beginning and professional alike--over a lifetime. For easy use, the wide-ranging material is divided into twenty different sections-- such as: Botany for Gardeners Kitchen Gardening The Horticultural Traveler Weights, Measures, and Conversions The hundreds of indispensable sidebars, graphs, tables, plant lists, maps, and illustrations found throughout the reference make it even more accessible and attractive. To do justice to the continent's breathtaking diversity of climates and plant communities, all plant lists are organized by region, and every recommended species or cultivar has been chosen by an experienced landscaper tested by years of gardening in the area. Never before have gardeners had access to the breadth and quality of information in this authoritative reference.
Book Synopsis The Complete Illustrated Guidebook to Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden by : Neil DeMause
Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Guidebook to Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden written by Neil DeMause and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2001 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Conveniently sized to fit in a pocket or bag, this reference includes more than 100 places to visit in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park and nearby Botanic Garden. Eleven walking tours cover numerous sites in the Park, including the Zoo and the famed Cherry Walk. Beautiful full-color illustrations and photographs identify various birds and flowers; 20 pages of maps help you navigate and find restrooms and public services.
Book Synopsis Easy Compost by : Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Download or read book Easy Compost written by Brooklyn Botanic Garden and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 1997 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes information on composting's history; tips on equipment; tips for difficult climes; composting indoors; making humus in small spaces; and using compost in the garden.
Book Synopsis Old-fashioned Flowers by : Tovah Martin
Download or read book Old-fashioned Flowers written by Tovah Martin and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 2000 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once-forgotten flowers and the stories behind scores of captivating plants from the past are rediscovered in this fully illustrated volume. Alternately admired and considered out of fashion, these enchanting blossoms have been the bedrock of spectacular bouquets and have provided medicine and food throughout the centuries. This book delves into the history of classic bulbs, ravishing old-garden roses, antique annuals and perennials, heirloom houseplants, and vintage vines. Tips on how to create period floral arrangements and an extensive list of hard-to-find heirloom suppliers make it easy to reintroduce these beloved garden species into a contemporary setting. Keeping vintage flowers available and teaching gardeners how to grow these heirlooms -- this book ensures that neither they and nor their fabulous history will disappear.
Book Synopsis Japanese-inspired Gardens by : Patricia Jonas
Download or read book Japanese-inspired Gardens written by Patricia Jonas and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 2001 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Publisher: Covering the basic principles, aesthetics, and design practices of Japanese gardens, this book provides the practical information gardeners need to adapt these ideals to North American landscapes and sensibilities. Not a step-by-step construction manual, it teaches the fundamental principles of integrating house, garden, and landscape by making art from simple groupings of rocks, plants, and water and opening Japanese symbolism to elements with universal significance, such as water and paths. Included is an extensive encyclopedia of appropriate plants to use based on creating and defining particular eco-regions.
Book Synopsis Community Gardening by : Ellen Kirby
Download or read book Community Gardening written by Ellen Kirby and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 2008 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide to community gardening uses case studies to show how to produce safe eco-friendly food, bring neighbors together, offer science lessons for children, and give participants the satisfaction that comes with making things grow.
Book Synopsis Invasive Plants by : Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Download or read book Invasive Plants written by Brooklyn Botanic Garden and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 1996 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identifies the worst invasive weeds and explains what to do about them to help preserve native plants and animals.
Book Synopsis Hollies by : Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Download or read book Hollies written by Brooklyn Botanic Garden and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Tree Book written by and published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden. This book was released on 2008 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identifies and discusses the more than thirty different kinds of trees found in North America.
Book Synopsis Japanese-Style Gardens by : Brian Funk
Download or read book Japanese-Style Gardens written by Brian Funk and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Japanese-inspired gardens—which distill the natural world so as to foster a sense of calm and promote reflection—have delighted Americans for more than a century. This magnificent guide from the world-famous Brooklyn Botanical Garden offers in-depth, beautifully photographed profiles of eight of the most iconic and best-regarded Japanese-style public gardens in the United States. Featuring commentary by the top names in the field, it contains practical information for home gardeners on how to create and care for a Japanese-inspired garden, and will enlighten those who want a deeper understanding of the intent behind the design.
Book Synopsis The Kid's Guide to Exploring Nature by : Marilyn Smith
Download or read book The Kid's Guide to Exploring Nature written by Marilyn Smith and published by BBG Guides for a Greener Plane. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encourages young readers to explore nature and offers information on plants, animals, and careers in nature work.
Book Synopsis Green Roofs and Rooftop Gardens by : Beth Hanson
Download or read book Green Roofs and Rooftop Gardens written by Beth Hanson and published by BBG Guides for a Greener Plane. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Green Roofs and Rooftop Gardens A detailed look at why and how urban rooftops are going green Living roofs cool the air, reduce water pollution, extend roof life, and cut energy costs. They also provide green space for city dwellers and habitat for birds and insects. Long popular in Europe, this building technique is now catching on in the U.S., most recently in New York City. Green Roofs and Rooftop Gardens tells the stories behind some of the city's most interesting living roofs and explains how such roofs are constructed, planted, and cared for. What's Inside Profiles of a wide range of NYC green roofs, including a rooftop farm in Queens, a high school classroom in the Bronx, and Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Visitor Center A history of how the technique evolved A detailed primer on construction methods Information on selecting, establishing, and caring for the special best-suited for living roofs Practical advice for creating a rooftop container garden or bringing a green roof to your school Book jacket.
Book Synopsis The Ecological Gardener by : Matt Rees-Warren
Download or read book The Ecological Gardener written by Matt Rees-Warren and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2021-04-29 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Design a garden for the future—because what we grow matters. "Matt Rees-Warren explains why every square inch of Earth, including our gardens, has ecological significance... Excellent, timely, essential!" —Douglas W. Tallamy, author of Nature’s Best Hope Transform your garden into a self-sustaining haven for nature and wildlife. Ecological garden designer Matt Rees-Warren shares inspirational design ideas and practical projects to help you create a garden that is both beautiful today and sustainable tomorrow. The Ecological Gardener will give you the tools to create an abundant, healthy garden from the soil up—a garden that welcomes birds and bees and allows native planting and wild flowers to flourish, with minimal carbon impact or need for fresh water. This book can guide both novice and experienced gardeners alike in their journey to a more ecological approach, and is full of practical projects and information, including: Finding the right design for your space Creating a wildflower meadow Building rainwater catchments and other tips for water conservation Making compost from kitchen waste, leaf mold, compost tea and more Creating a space for wildlife such as hedgehogs, bees and other pollinators Finding beauty in your garden during the winter Matt will show you how to re-imagine how you garden, working with nature instead of controlling it, to create a space that promotes both wildlife and beauty.
Book Synopsis Great Natives for Tough Places by : Niall Dunne
Download or read book Great Natives for Tough Places written by Niall Dunne and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the world-famous Brooklyn Botanic Gardens comes a unique, all-region handbook that introduces gardeners to the many beautiful native plants that thrive in tough growing conditions--with little or no maintenance. It profiles spectacular trees, shrubs, grasses, wildflowers, vines, and bulbs that naturally cope with disturbed and depleted soils, extremes of sun and shade, regular buffeting by strong winds, and other challenging environments. In addition, unlike many tough species, these don't have invasive tendencies but support sustainable ecosystems. Written by the finest experts on the subject, this practical guide provides a bounty of information on everything from site-appropriate designs to propagation and care.
Book Synopsis Edible Gardens by : Elizabeth Peters
Download or read book Edible Gardens written by Elizabeth Peters and published by BBG Guides for a Greener Plane. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What could be better than eating the fruits of your labor? Get inspired by a portfolio of delicious theme gardens, including an edible front yard, raised-bed potager, home orchard, native food forest, children's garden, and more! Written by the experts at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, this handy book is perfect for home and professional gardeners alike. What's Inside Tips on bringing food plants into your home garden Designs, plant lists, and advice for cultivating a variety of edible theme gardens and container plantings Encyclopedia profiling the origins, ornamental qualities, growing requirements, and culinary uses of edible plants Colorful, detailed photos of more than 100 of our favorite edible garden plants Strategies and plans for creating edible gardens in parks, schools, and other public places A planning checklist and other handy resources Book jacket.
Book Synopsis New York in Bloom by : Georgianna Lane
Download or read book New York in Bloom written by Georgianna Lane and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A floral tour of the metropolis, filled with sumptuous photography: “A magical and unexpected look at New York . . . lovely and brilliant.” —Laura Dowling, former chief floral designer at the White House From stylish floral studios and corner shops overflowing with fresh-cut blooms, through bustling flower markets, to blooming trees and lush public parks, an unexpected softer side of New York is revealed in photos juxtaposing floral beauty with exquisite botanical details found in the city’s iconic architecture. Author and photographer Georgianna Lane adds to her acclaimed works Paris in Bloom and London in Bloom with this collection including: Parks and gardens Floral studios Market flowers Floral displays Field guides to locating and identifying common spring blooms A list of recommended locations and vendors A tutorial on how to create your own New York–style floral bouquet, and more “A bountiful and effervescent garden that brilliantly dots the landscape of the city that never sleeps.” —Robert Wheeler, author of Hemingway’s Paris
Book Synopsis Brooklyn Botanic Garden Record by : Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Download or read book Brooklyn Botanic Garden Record written by Brooklyn Botanic Garden and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes the garden's Annual report, 1st-33d, 1911-44; v. 18-21, 28-32 include the garden's Guide, no. 2-16.
