Horticulture
URBAN FARMERS: THE NOW (AND HOW) OF GROWING FOOD IN THE CITY
We are what we eat, but do you know what you're eating? Urban agriculture is the global movement that encourages the practice of cultivating, processing and distributing food in the city. As our world becomes increasingly defined by urban structures, exploring urban agriculture to encourage greener living is something essential for the quality of city life.
EXTRAORDINARY ORCHIDS
Written by Knapp, Sandra
Perching on tropical trees, partnering with fungi to reproduce, or deceiving birds and amorous insects to promote pollination, orchids fascinate. In the exquisitely illustrated Extraordinary Orchids, award-winning botanist and writer Sandra Knapp tells the stories behind some of the bizarre lifestyles and interactions that scientists have uncovered among many species of the orchid family.
LITTLE BOOK OF BONSAI
Written by Puntigam, Matthew
Bonsai is the art of growing trees in small containers. The Little Book of Bonsai celebrates the secret world of growing and owning bonsai. These majestic, miniature trees are easy-to-grow when you know how and force you to connect more with your plants.
GARDEN IN EVERY SENSE AND SEASON: A YEAR OF INSIGHTS AND INSPIRATION FROM MY GARDEN
Written by Martin, Tovah
"Reminds us that the best way to get to know a garden is through our senses. Don't expect to make it through many pages before you feel an urge to run outdoors to reintroduce yourself to your own landscape." --Michelle Slatalla, Gardenista So much of gardening is focused on seasonal to-do lists and daily upkeep. But what about taking time to just enjoy the garden?
HEIRLOOM GARDENER: TRADITIONAL PLANTS AND SKILLS FOR THE MODERN WORLD
Written by Forti, John
"Empowers readers with a toolkit of traditional and sustainable practices for an emerging artisanal crafts movement, and a brighter future." --Alice Waters, chef and owner, Chez Panisse; founder, The Edible Schoolyard Project Modern life is a cornucopia of technological wonders. But is something precious being lost?
NEW WILD GARDEN: NATURAL-STYLE PLANTING AND PRACTICALITIES (REVISED)
Written by Hodgson, Ian
New Wild Garden combines new approaches to a more naturalistic design with the practical side of growing wildflowers and shows how to incorporate wildflowers, real meadows and a looser meadow-style planting into gardens and wild spaces.
MY HOUSEPLANT CHANGED MY LIFE: GREEN WELL-BEING FOR THE GREAT INDOORS
Written by Domoney, David
Use the power of houseplants to protect you from the pollution and stresses of modern life. Everyday products pollute the air in our homes, and our mental well-being is threatened like never before--but help is on hand from the humble houseplant!
INDOOR KITCHEN GARDENING HANDBOOK: TURN YOUR HOME INTO A YEAR-ROUND VEGETABLE GARDEN - MICROGREENS - SPROUTS - HERBS - MUSHROOMS - TOMATOES, PEPPERS &
Written by Millard, Elizabeth
Named one of the Best Gardening Books of 2014 by the Chicago Tribune, Indoor Kitchen Gardening is about creating a sense of play and nourishment.
KINFOLK GARDEN: HOW TO LIVE WITH NATURE
Written by Burns, John
"In this gorgeous, aspirational work, Burns, editor-in-chief of Kinfolk magazine, collects 'stories about nature as nourishment' along with photographs from homes across the globe to inspire people to bring more nature into their own abodes. . . .
COMPLETE GARDENER'S GUIDE: THE ONE-STOP GUIDE TO PLAN, SOW, PLANT, AND GROW YOUR GARDEN
Written by DK
A one-stop treasure trove from the RHS that covers every aspect of gardening, from planning and planting to growing and care. Choose plants that will thrive in your space.Design a border for year-round color.Grasp different pruning techniques.Discover how to protect your veg patch from pests.
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