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Northwest Gardener's Handbook

Author : Pat Munts
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1627885528
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (278 download)

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Book Synopsis Northwest Gardener's Handbook by : Pat Munts

Download or read book Northwest Gardener's Handbook written by Pat Munts and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2015-01-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete guide to select, plan, plant, maintain, and problem-solve for gardeners living in the Northwest (including Oregon, Washington, northern California and British Columbia). The Northwest Gardener's Handbook is filled with all the need-to-know information to make your Northwestern garden a success. This book is the when-to, how-to, and what-to of gardening for the more experienced gardener. "When to" information assists gardeners with the proper care and timing for everything from planting to watering. "How to" gives you the best methods needed for your garden. "What-to" covers the climate and topography of the region and the best way to manage and choose annuals, perennials, bulbs, edibles, groundcover, roses, shrubs, trees, vines, native plants and many more types of plants and situations. A section devoted to water-wise gardening offers insight into a key component of every garden which is especially in this region. Save water, money and time with Pat's tips! Gorgeous, full-color photographs provide at-a-glance information on the best plants to use in any situation. Create the best garden possible, using information designed for your specific needs. Whether you're designing a garden from scratch or maintaining one that you've had for years, this is the book for you!

The Pacific Northwest Gardener's Book of Lists

Author : Jan McNeilan
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 0878339566
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (783 download)

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Book Synopsis The Pacific Northwest Gardener's Book of Lists by : Jan McNeilan

Download or read book The Pacific Northwest Gardener's Book of Lists written by Jan McNeilan and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1997 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 200 lists for Pacific Northwest gardeners.

The Ann Lovejoy Handbook of Northwest Gardening

Author : Ann Lovejoy
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 9781570611988
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (119 download)

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Book Synopsis The Ann Lovejoy Handbook of Northwest Gardening by : Ann Lovejoy

Download or read book The Ann Lovejoy Handbook of Northwest Gardening written by Ann Lovejoy and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her latest book, Ann Lovejoy covers every corner of natural gardening in the Pacific Northwest. All the steps are here in detail, from landscaping and design to soil prep and planting beds. She explains organic approaches to ground covers, lawns, shrubs, trees, and more, all with an eye to building a beautiful and sustainable garden that’s friendly to people, pets, and wildlife, and that flourishes without chemical fertilizers and pest controls. 100 color photographs enhance this complete and practical manual of ornamental gardening.

The Timber Press Guide to Gardening in the Pacific Northwest

Author : Carol W. Hall
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604691611
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Book Synopsis The Timber Press Guide to Gardening in the Pacific Northwest by : Carol W. Hall

Download or read book The Timber Press Guide to Gardening in the Pacific Northwest written by Carol W. Hall and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2009-09-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tired of being lumped into the unwieldy category of a western garden? Frustrated by the lack of reliable, practical information about gardening in the Pacific Northwest? No longer! The Timber Press Guide to Gardening in the Pacific Northwest presents all the information a gardener—whether novice or expert—needs to keep their garden beautiful and thriving. With a combined 100 years of gardening experience in the Pacific Northwest, the authors clearly explain the unique challenges and joys of gardening in the region. By dividing the Pacific Northwest into seven subregions, they help readers to better understand the climatic and geographical factors that shape their gardens. This complete guide includes extensive profiles of plants that are ideally suited to the region, including perennials, ornamental grasses, bulbs, groundcovers, roses, shrubs, trees, and climbers. The month-by-month gardening calendar describes what weather patterns to expect, what's in bloom, and what garden tasks are best done in that month. With additional chapters detailing the most common gardening problems and recommendations for effective, nontoxic ways of dealing with them, this book is nothing short of essential.

Backyard Bounty

Author : Linda Gilkeson
Publisher : New Society Publisher
ISBN 13 : 1771422300
Total Pages : 526 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (714 download)

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Book Synopsis Backyard Bounty by : Linda Gilkeson

Download or read book Backyard Bounty written by Linda Gilkeson and published by New Society Publisher. This book was released on 2018-03-20 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Very likely the best book ever written on growing food in the Pacific Northwest, and it sets a whole new standard for garden writing.”—Mark MacDonald, West Coast Seeds Grow more food, with less work, in any yard—now completely revised and expanded! Are you itching to start your own garden or grow more in the one you have, but feel that gardening is too challenging or time-consuming for your busy schedule? Now completely updated and expanded, Backyard Bounty will demystify gardening, bringing it back to the down-to-earth, environmentally practical activity that anyone can enjoy. Author and master gardener Linda Gilkeson covers everything you’ll need to grow a successful garden, including: Planning your garden and preparing the soil Organic fertilizers and simplified composting Planting for winter harvests and intensive planting schedules Comprehensive information on pests, diseases, and working with an unstable climate Greenhouses, tunnels and containers Organic pest management. Packed with a wealth of information specific to the Pacific Northwest, this complete guide emphasizes low-maintenance methods, covers problems related to common pests and climate concerns, includes a monthly garden schedule for year-round planting and harvesting, and features plant profiles for everything from apples to zucchini. Perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike, Backyard Bounty shows how even the smallest garden can produce a surprising amount of food twelve months of the year. “Backyard Bounty is remarkably thorough, from roots to pests to pruning to crowns, and it inspires even the experienced grower. Just like homemade soil for a bedding plant, this book is loaded with the richness we need in order to feed ourselves.”—Lyle Estill, author of Backyard Biodiesel

Florida Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition

Author : Tom MacCubbin
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 0760370532
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Book Synopsis Florida Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition by : Tom MacCubbin

Download or read book Florida Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition written by Tom MacCubbin and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this revised and updated 2nd edition of Florida Gardener's Handbook, gardeners in the Sunshine State are handed all the know-how they'll need to grow a lush, productive garden. The environmentally sound growing info for both edible and ornamental plants found here is your green thumb map to success. With profiles of more than 300 plants proven to thrive in Florida's unique climate, including shrubs, trees, perennials, annuals, vegetables, fruits, tropical plants, lawn grasses, and more, you'll be able to select the best plants to create a beautiful landscape or a high-yielding edible garden. Helpful charts highlight sun and shade requirements and offer clear and concise plant variety information. Month-by-month care and cultivation guides are offered for each plant group, guiding your journey—even if you're a first-time Florida gardener. Authors Tom MacCubbin and Georgia B. Tasker, along with pro gardeners Robert Bowden and Joe Lamp'l, address the many challenges of Florida gardening, including a changing climate and saltwater gardening information. The how-to methods for planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and much more are rich with information essential to Floridians. This comprehensive and extensive guide is the best resource for growing in the Sunshine State. Whether you live in Nassau County, the Florida Keys, or somewhere in between, the Florida Gardener's Handbook has you covered. Florida Gardener's Handbook is part of the Gardener's Handbook series from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include Midwest Gardener's Handbook, Carolinas Gardener's Handbook, Northwest Gardener's Handbook, and many others.

Gardening in the Inland Northwest

Author : Tonie Jean Fitzgerald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Book Synopsis Gardening in the Inland Northwest by : Tonie Jean Fitzgerald

Download or read book Gardening in the Inland Northwest written by Tonie Jean Fitzgerald and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is written for people who live in the area called "The Inland Northwest" which is very different from that OTHER Northwest on the westside of the Cascade Mountains. Our Inland Northwest spreads across eastern Washington and Oregon, northern Idaho and western Montana. It has very coldwinters, dry sunny summers and lots of other quirks that make gardening here a "never a dull moment" kind of challenge. Gardening In The Inland Northwest is a simple, straightforward book about which varieties of vegetables, berries, and fruit trees like it here, when to plant them, how to tend them, and what to do about bugs and other problems that pester them. If you are new to the area or just wanting, once and for all, local varieties, planting dates and growing tips for the uniques area, this is the book for you !

Plant Partners

Author : Jessica Walliser
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1635861330
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (358 download)

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Book Synopsis Plant Partners by : Jessica Walliser

Download or read book Plant Partners written by Jessica Walliser and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2020-12-22 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Companion planting has a long history of use by gardeners, but the explanation of why it works has been filled with folklore and conjecture. Plant Partners delivers a research-based rationale for this ever-popular growing technique, offering dozens of ways you can use scientifically tested plant partnerships to benefit your whole garden. Through an enhanced understanding of how plants interact with and influence each other, this guide suggests specific plant combinations that improve soil health and weed control, decrease pest damage, and increase biodiversity, resulting in real and measurable impacts in the garden.

The New Gardener's Handbook

Author : Daryl Beyers
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604699841
Total Pages : 698 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book The New Gardener's Handbook written by Daryl Beyers and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Gardeners just starting out will earn a sense of accomplishment and a good dose of knowledge.” —Booklist Every new gardener has to start somewhere—and the process can be intimidating. Knowing when and what to plant, how to care for the plants once they’re in the ground, and how to keep pests and diseases away is a lot to take on. Luckily, Daryl Beyers—an expert from the New York Botanical Garden—has written what will be a go-to resource for decades to come. The New Gardener’s Handbook is a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of gardening, based on the introductory gardening class that Beyers teaches at NYBG. Readers will learn about soil, plant selection, propagation, planting and mulching, watering and feeding, pruning, and weeds, pests, and diseases. The information applies to both ornamental and edible plants. Featuring inspiring photography and helpful illustrations, The New Gardener’s Handbook gives home gardeners a foundation upon which they can grow, and encourages them to apply the lessons they’ve learned in an intuitive, natural way.

Winter Gardening in the Maritime North-west

Author : Binda Colebrook
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)

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Book Synopsis Winter Gardening in the Maritime North-west by : Binda Colebrook

Download or read book Winter Gardening in the Maritime North-west written by Binda Colebrook and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Gardening in the Pacific Northwest

Author : Paul Bonine
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604698365
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Gardening in the Pacific Northwest written by Paul Bonine and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2017-12-27 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-have growing guide for gardeners in the Pacific Northwest A gardener’s plant choices and garden style are inextricably linked to the place they call home. In order to grow a flourishing garden, every gardener must know the specifics of their region’s climate, soil, and geography. Gardening in the Pacific Northwest, by regional gardening experts Paul Bonine and Amy Campion, is comprehensive, enthusiastic, and accessible to gardeners of all levels. It features information on site and plant selection, soil preparation and maintenance, and basic design principles. Plant profiles highlight the region’s best perennials, shrubs, trees, and vines. Color photographs throughout show wonderful examples of Northwest garden style.

The Vegetable Garden Pest Handbook

Author : Susan Mulvihill
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 0760370060
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book The Vegetable Garden Pest Handbook written by Susan Mulvihill and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-27 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identify and control dozens of common vegetable garden pests quickly and organically with the pest profiles and expert advice found in The Vegetable Garden Pest Handbook.

Carolinas Gardener's Handbook

Author : Toby Bost
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1610587146
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (15 download)

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Book Synopsis Carolinas Gardener's Handbook by : Toby Bost

Download or read book Carolinas Gardener's Handbook written by Toby Bost and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2012-08-30 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carolina Gardener’s Handbook is filled with need-to-know information from popular Carolina gardening experts. Each expert includes his or her collective wisdom in this complete guide for Carolina gardeners. In addition to hundreds of proven plants, this resource has monthly to-do calendars for more than ten plant categories from annuals to vines. “When to” information assists gardeners with the proper care and timing for everything from planting to watering. Advice on gardening with less water addresses the challenges of gardening in the Carolinas.

Vegetable Gardening for Washington and Oregon

Author : Marianne Binetti
Publisher : Lone Pine International
ISBN 13 : 9789766500559
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (5 download)

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Book Synopsis Vegetable Gardening for Washington and Oregon by : Marianne Binetti

Download or read book Vegetable Gardening for Washington and Oregon written by Marianne Binetti and published by Lone Pine International. This book was released on 2012-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In backyards all across Washington and Oregon, vegetable gardens are sprouting up as people seek a return to their roots with healthy and economical diets. To help gardeners in the Pacific Northwest take advantage of the hottest trend in gardening today, Lone Pine has a new vegetable guide by best-selling author Marianne Binetti. Unlock a fresh world of flavor, nutrition and savings.

Ann Lovejoy's Organic Garden Design School

Author : Ann Lovejoy
Publisher : Rodale Books
ISBN 13 : 157954987X
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (795 download)

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Book Synopsis Ann Lovejoy's Organic Garden Design School by : Ann Lovejoy

Download or read book Ann Lovejoy's Organic Garden Design School written by Ann Lovejoy and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2004-05-07 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new paperback edition of Ann Lovejoy's spectacular organic gardening book brings a lifetime's worth of experience and knowledge from one of this country's leading gardening experts. In it she shows readers how to apply her organic design principles to any site, large or small, to create healthy, self-sufficient gardens that are easy to care for, ecologically sound, and enduringly beautiful.

Midwest Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition

Author : Melinda Myers
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 0760372705
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Book Synopsis Midwest Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition by : Melinda Myers

Download or read book Midwest Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition written by Melinda Myers and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this revised and updated 2nd edition of Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, gardeners in the north central US are handed all the know-how they’ll need to grow a lush, productive garden. If you live in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota, the environmentally sound growing info for both edible and ornamental plants found here is your green thumb map to success: Profiles of more than 250 plants proven to thrive in the Midwest’s climate, including shrubs, perennials, annuals, vegetables, fruits, herbs, vines, and more, help you select the best plants to create a beautiful landscape or a high-yielding edible garden. Helpful information highlights sun and shade requirements and offers clear and concise plant variety information. Month-by-month care and cultivation guides are offered for each plant group, guiding your journey—even if you’re a first-time Midwestern gardener. Author Melinda Myers addresses the many challenges of growing in the Midwest, including a changing climate and unique soil and pest troubles. The how-to methods for planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and much more are rich with information essential to those in the region. This comprehensive and extensive guide is the best resource for growing in the Midwestern states. Whether you live in Minneapolis, Kansas City, Cleveland, Des Moines, or somewhere in between, Midwest Gardener’s Handbook has you covered. Midwest Gardener’s Handbook is part of the Gardener’s Handbook series from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include Florida Gardener’s Handbook, Mid-Atlantic Gardener’s Handbook, Northwest Gardener’s Handbook, and many others.

Growing Vegetables in Drought, Desert & Dry Times

Author : Maureen Gilmer
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
ISBN 13 : 1632170248
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (321 download)

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Book Synopsis Growing Vegetables in Drought, Desert & Dry Times by : Maureen Gilmer

Download or read book Growing Vegetables in Drought, Desert & Dry Times written by Maureen Gilmer and published by Sasquatch Books. This book was released on 2015-12-29 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is the definitive guide to growing healthy organic vegetables without wasting our precious water resources! This incredibly timely book will give dedicated home gardeners the know-how to grow delicious produce in dry times, focusing on four different low-water conditions in the western United States: voluntary water conservation, drought, and both high and low desert. Using modern techniques, as well as tips and stories from native traditions ranging from the southwestern United States to the Middle East, this guide offers the best of ancient wisdom and the newest innovations in conservation, and includes varietal recommendations and a seasonal crop guide. From the Trade Paperback edition.