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	American Horticultural Society A to Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants H. Marc Cathey, Christopher Brickell 0756606160 October 18, 2004 Hardcover ·
Book Review Collecting contributions from 100 distinguished horticulturists, the handsome and lavishly illustrated American Horticultural Society A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants is a truly definitive gardening reference. With its 1,092 tiny-print pages, this may not be the book to tuck into your pocket as you weed and mulch, but what this encyclopedia lacks in portability, it certainly makes up for in scope. Hardy and tender plants, heirloom varieties and the latest hybrids--they're all accounted for here, with growing tips and background information about native habitats and ornamental features. You'll also find a fascinating section about botany, as well as information about basic gardening techniques such as mulching, staking, pruning, propagating, and protecting plants for winter. But the encyclopedia's main attraction...


	Botanica: The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Over 10,000 Garden Plants and How to Cultivate Them Geoff Bryant 0760759731 September 2004 Paperback ·



	The American Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Plants and Flowers (American Horticultural Society Practical Guides) Christopher Brickell 0789489937 November 1, 2002 Hardcover ·
From Publishers Weekly This lushly illustrated and exhaustive gardening reference, an update to the 1989 original, is sure to gratify greenthumbs all around the U.S.: comprising three main sections (the plant selector, the plant catalogue and the plant dictionary), it's an excellent resource for anyone looking to fashion a beautiful and environmentally sustainable garden. The plant selector points gardeners toward flora appropriate to their environmental or aesthetic needs (e.g., plants that do well in sandy or alkaline soil, make good windbreaks or have aromatic leaves), while the plant catalogue, organized into sections by type (perennials, shrubs, bulbs, water plants) and boasting thousands of photographs, delves into greater detail about the characteristics of individual species. Each section is helpfully organized by seasons of...


	Planting Your Garden Andrew Mikolajski 1402893280 Hardcover ·



	American Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Gardening DK Publishing 0789496534 September 8, 2003 Hardcover ·
Book Review Many books claim to be a "definitive guide"; this is one title that happily lives up to those claims--and then some. Encyclopedia of Gardening will become your indispensable how-to manual for any plant-related topic. Indoors or out, you'll find information on choosing and maintaining healthy plants of all varieties, how to build structures from greenhouses to trellises, ways to identify pests and diseases, and methods of garden design that enable you to turn your lawn into a unique and personal work of art. The text is straightforward and accompanied at all points by close-up photos of techniques, ideas, and specimens. The handy glossary is ready with definitions for everything from bulblet to vermiculite, and two pages of seasonal reminders are a great quick-reference cheat sheet. Thanks to clear category separations...


	Rodale's Illustrated Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening Henry Doubleday Research Association 0756609321 Apr 2005 Paperback ·
Book Description Whether an experienced gardener is looking to go organic or a beginner wants to create a healthy, eco-friendly garden, the Rodale's Illustrated Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening contains the tips and techniques needed to produce beautiful flowers, top-quality herbs, and appetizing, wholesome fruits and vegetables. Explore the latest methods for cultivation without chemicals, discover the benefits of composting, and learn how to maintain an organic garden year-round. About the Author For more than 50 years, Rodale, Inc. has been a leading publisher of information on healthy, active, organic lifestyles.


	The Mini- Encyclopedia of Water Gardening Phillip Swindells 0793805368 Feb 2004 Hardcover ·
Book Description The key to success with a water garden is to get sound advice, and that is exactly what this attractive new mini-encyclopedia provides. Written by an expert, attractively packaged in a handy format, and focusing on practical advice backed up by hundreds of explanatory pictures and step-by-step sequences, it gives the water gardener all that he or she needs to know in one compact package. ---Illustrated with step-by-step photographs that show how a project should be carried out from start to finish in close-up detail. ---Includes an illustrated directory of plants and fish that can be used to stock a pool and give it year-round visual interest. ---Recommends features that are suitable for the smaller garden or terrace. ---Written in clear jargon-free language, a reader-friendly format.


	Rodale's All-New Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening : The Indispensable Resource for Every Gardener Fern Marshall Bradley (Editor), Barbara W. Ellis (Editor) 0875965997 April 15, 1993 Paperback ·
From Library Journal As the subtitle suggests, this book (an updated version of Rodale's Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening , 1959) is a basic reference, not only for organic gardeners but for all gardeners. As integrated pest management becomes more important, for instance, the methods and products that have been known to organic gardeners for decades are now being investigated and appreciated by the mainstream. Composting, xeriscaping, permaculture, environment--all these and 400 or so more have complete entries. A useful introduction explains how best to use the book and suggests core sections for initial reading. Entries are cross-referenced and include further reading lists, related organizations, and key words. Common and botanical names are listed, and while food plants are entered under their common names, ornamentals and herbs...


	The Encyclopedia of Country Living: An Old Fashioned Recipe Book Carla Emery 157061377X March 2003 Paperback ·
Book Review For twenty years people have relied on these hundreds of recipes, instructions, and morsels of invaluable practical advice on all aspects of growing and preparing food. This definitive classic on food, gardening, and self-sufficient living is a complete resource for living off the land with over 800 pages of collected wisdom from country maven, Carla Emery--how to cultivate a garden, buy land, bake bread, raise farm animals, make sausage, milk a goat, grow herbs, churn butter, catch a pig, make soap, work with bees and more. Encyclopedia of Country Living is so basic, so thorough, so reliable, it deserves a place in every home--whether in the country, the city, or somewhere in between. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. From Publishers...


	Wyman's Gardening Encyclopedia Donald Wyman 0026320703 Feb 1987 Hardcover ·
Review House & GardenEverything you might want to know. The Washington PostAbsolutely fabulous. The New York TimesA must. Flower GrowerA book of unusual value, a standard work which will hold its place for many years on the shelves of libraries, of horticulturalists, and of home gardeners alike. Boston Sunday GlobeDr. Donald Wyman, whose manifold and superb horticultural qualifications cannot be surpassed in this country, has now come to our rescue with an excellent compilation of plants and cultural advice in a single volume. Review The New York Times A must. See all Editorial Reviews


	The Practical Encyclopedia of Gardening Techniques Jonathan Edwards 0754806936 May 2001 Hardcover ·
Book Description Whether you are an experienced gardener or a complete beginner, this book contains everythin you need to know about planning, planting, and maintaining your garden all year round.


	The Color Encyclopedia of Ornamental Grasses : Sedges, Rushes, Restios, Cat-tails, and Selected Bamboos Rick Darke 0881924644 February 15, 1999 Hardcover ·
Book Review Much has changed in the role and use of ornamental grasses over the past 100 years. Whereas turn-of-the-century gardeners had perhaps a dozen perennial grasses to choose from, today's gardeners have hundreds. Ornamental grasses now embody a huge array of textures, forms, sizes, colors, flowering times, and cultural adaptations. The Color Encyclopedia of Ornamental Grasses is intended for gardeners in a wide range of situations and climates, and draws from the experience and creativity of great gardens and gardeners around the world. It begins with an exploration of the unique aesthetics and appeal of ornamental grasses before moving on to a review of the families of grasses and a survey of grasses in their native habitats. Gardeners usually speak of "ornamental grasses" in the broad sense, including not only the true grasses...


	Botanica's Gardening Encyclopedia Botanica Editors 1571455809 Sept 2001 Paperback ·
Book Description The fourth of the Botanica's Pocket series, this authoritative encyclopedia covers all aspects of the garden, from designing the style and structure, to propagating and caring for plants in a variety of growing environments. Supporting information, including hardiness zones, flowering times and space requirements, is arranged by plant groups for ease of reference. Whether the gardener is tending to a lawn, ornamental grasses, bamboo, fruit and nut trees, bulbs, corms, and tubers, cacti and succulents, vegetables and herbs, climbers, creepers, orchids, ferns, palms, cycads, or any combination, this book is the authority on making it all flourish.


	Sunset Western Garden Book Kathleen Norris Brenzel (Editor) 0376038756 February 2001 Paperback ·
Book Description Sunset has been the recognized authority among western gardeners for more than 100 years! Our completely revised edition of the popular Western Garden Book includes more than 2,000 new plant entries, all new four-color plant illustrations, improved climate zone information for the Western states and new maps for Alaska, Hawaii, and southwest Canada. The book is brimming with full-color photos and practical tips for successful Western gardening from Sunset gardening editors. This title also features information on the latest gardening tools and gear. From the Publisher The Western Garden Book presents hundreds of pages full of gardening wisdom from the editors of Sunset magazine. This huge book appeals to western climate gardening enthusiasts, bringing them tips, advice, and...


	The Practical Encyclopedia of Orchids : The Complete Guide to Orchids and Their Cultivation Rittshausen 0754806308 December 25, 2000 Hardcover ·
Book Description This book is an inspirational encyclopedia of orchids, with guidance on the best orchids to choose.


	Cassell's Encyclopedia of Gardening Anita Pereire 1841880795 Mar 2003 Paperback ·
Book Description More than 2,000 color illustrations, including 1,500 superb close-up photographs and hundreds of original drawings, plus a myriad of modern facts and gardening techniques, combine to create a gardener’s dream reference. “More than 4,000 flowers, trees, and shrubs are described in brief informative entries.”—Booklist.


	The American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses Charles Quest-Ritson 0789496755 October 2003 Hardcover ·
From Booklist This encyclopedia, a beautiful tribute to America's favorite flower, contains information on nearly 2,000 roses from the earliest species to the most modern cultivars. Each A-Z entry, accompanied by a short description and a true-to-color photograph, lists both cultivar name and registered or trademark name, synonym and code names, the classification group to which the rose belongs, its origin and parentage, size and scent, flowering information, mature height and spread, hardiness zone, and awards. Since entries are listed by the name the rose was given when introduced, there are numerous cross-references to point users to the correct entry. For example, the Peace rose is found under its breeder name of Mme. A. Meilland. Eighty-nine roses are highlighted in special entry boxes where the parent plant...


	Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs (Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series) Scott Cunningham 0875421229 April 1, 2000 Paperback ·



	Growing Herbs Jessica Houdret 1842158228 Mar 2003 Paperback ·
Book Description This beautifully presented book offers expert advice on how to grow the perfect herb garden, from choosing, designing and planning to planting, propagating and harvesting the plants. This is a complete reference for growing and using herbs.


	Rodale's Illustrated Encyclopedia of Perennials : 10th Anniversary Revised and Expanded Edition Ellen Phillips, C. Colston Burrell 0875968996 May 5, 2004 Paperback ·
Book Review Perennials are the most challenging and rewarding of all garden plants, and most gardeners need all the help they can get to grow them well. Perennials emerge from the ground in early spring, grow to full height, bloom, bear fruit, and then disappear with the first frost, only to do the same thing the following year and again the next. Add this to the fact that for the first year or two, perennials don't do much above the ground (they are growing their root structure), but after that they burst forth with amazingly vigorous growth, and you get an idea of the pleasures and tribulations of perennial gardening. The rewards, however, are rich: a wide array of flower forms and colors, structure and leaf, an ever-changing mid-level tapestry in the garden, plus a celebration of seasonal change. Few gardeners can resist perennials,...


	The Encyclopedia of Vegetable Gardening Brenda Little 1933317477 Apr 2006 Paperback ·
Book Description For the prospective vegetable gardener who lacks the know-how or space, this fully illustrated handbook explains how anyone can raise a bumper crop—including clear and complete instructions on how to plan, plant, and care for everything from a container garden on an apartment balcony to a mini-farm in a large backyard. This encyclopedic guide discusses what and how much to grow and when and how to harvest each vegetable, and supplies all the detailed information needed to raise spectacular crops of everything from artichokes to zucchini, including a special section on herbs. Step-by-step instructions on the correct and safe ways to freeze, bottle, dry, and store harvested vegetables are also included.


	Dirr's Hardy Trees and Shrubs : An Illustrated Encyclopedia Michael A. Dirr 0881924040 October 1, 1997 Hardcover ·
From Library Journal A first-class source on the very best garden trees and shrubs. Excellent color photos accompany the well-written plant descriptions, which point out both the positive and negative attributes of each plant, including physical features, hardiness, disease resistance, and growth preferences. A multitude of cross-referenced indexes will help readers find the right plant for each location and desired effect. (LJ 11/15/97) Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. Joel M. Lerner, The Washington Post "The ultimate in reference texts about shrubs and trees...sets what should be the standard for plant books." See all Editorial Reviews


	The New York Times 1000 Gardening Questions and Answers: Based on the Column: Garden Q & A Garden Editors of the New York Times 0761119973 March 2003 Paperback ·
Book Description Authoritative, accessible, and engaging, here is a new reference from The New York Times, a comprehensive, nearly 700-page bible of all the garden news that's fit to print. Based on "Gardeners Q&A." the enormously popular syndicated column, 1000 Gardening Questions and Answers is like a passionate conversation between gardeners and gardening experts. Every week readers from around the country send in their most vexing problems--how to divide perennials, prune raspberry canes, grow basil that really tastes like basil, get rid of earwigs, find long-lost varieties of flowers, keep honeysuckle under control--and every week, the authorities at the Times write a column full of answers. Carefully selected, updated, and expanded by Leslie Land, one of the column's two authors, here are 1,000 Q&As that add up to...