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Herbs in every season : 48 edible and medicinal herbs for the kitchen, garden, and apothecary / by Cohen, Bevin,1979-author.; Doan, Miriam,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Herbs bring in more bees, more birds, and more beneficial insects to the garden. They add spice and depth to any recipe. Herbs enrich our lives, our health, and our earth in profound and nourishing ways. Herbs in Every Season offers gardeners, herbalists, cooks, and homesteaders a new way of looking at herbs throughout the year. Herbalists will learn how an herb's growth habits inform its medicinal capabilities, and gardeners will gain insight on herbs as integral culinary plants for the kitchen garden, pollinator plants for perennial borders, and key ingredients for a home apothecary. With detailed plant profiles on 48 herbs, many of them native plants, Bevin Cohen encourages a year-round perspective on growing and using herbs in tandem with the seasons."--
Subjects: Herb gardening.; Herbs; Medicinal plants.; Organic gardening.; Vegetable gardening.;
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Garden hacks : 70 smart, sustainable tips for gardeners /
Every gardener needs clever ideas to make the most of their green space, whether it's big or small. The tips and tricks in this book take you through each season of the gardening year in a friendly way, with clear step-by-step instructions.
Subjects: Gardening; Organic gardening.; Sustainable horticulture.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Eat your greens : the surprising power of home grown leaf crops / by Kennedy, David,1947-;
Includes bibliographical references, Internet addresses and index.LSC
Subjects: Edible greens.; Edible greens; Vegetable gardening.; Organic gardening.; Cooking (Greens);
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Growing plants and flowers : all the know-how you need to plant and tend outdoor areas using eco-friendly methods / by McManus, Sean,author.; McManus, Allison,author,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.There are no stupid questions here. Everyone has to start somewhere, after all. In The First-Time Gardener's Guide to Growing Plants and Flowers, Sean and Allison McManus, the gardening pros behind the popular website and podcast Spoken Garden, answer all of your questions and more. Caring for outdoor plantings can be intimidating, especially if the process is completely new to you. Before running to the hardware store to stock up on plastic bags of mulch and tools you don't really need, arm yourself with the know-how to plant and tend outdoor areas correctly and safely. Doing so saves you time, money, and energy--and helps make the process a whole lot more fun. With help from this easy-to-follow beginner gardening guide, you'll learn: Tips for selecting the best plants and flowers for your growing conditions; The best planting techniques for different types of plants; How to mulch trees, shrubs, and garden beds correctly; Pruning dos and don'ts for common garden plants; Ways to keep weeds out of outdoor areas--without using synthetic herbicides; How to recognize and manage different pests and diseases naturally; Insider tips on everything from the difference between annuals and perennials to choosing the best organic fertilizer. Plus, you'll find time-management advice and tips for effective, resource-conscious gardening. You will close the book not only knowing how to care for your home's outdoor plantings using earth-friendly methods, but also knowing the satisfaction of a beautiful, all-natural landscape. This book is part of The First-Time Gardener's Guides series from Cool Springs Press, which also includes The First-Time Gardener's Guide to Growing Vegetables. Each book in The First-Time Gardener's Guides series is aimed at beginner gardeners and offers clear, fact-based information that's presented in a friendly and accessible way, including step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations throughout.
Subjects: Flower gardening.; Gardening; Gardens; Organic gardening.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The 10-minute gardener : how to have a veggie garden and a life : 85 time-saving tactics to be more efficient and grow more food in less time / by CaliKim,author.;
"The 10-minute gardener is a quick-and-simple guide to garden care when there's no time to spare!"--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Organic gardening; Vegetable gardening;
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What in the world is a green garden? / by Gaarder-Juntti, Oona,1979-;
"Grades K-4"--T.p. verso.LSC
Subjects: Sustainable agriculture; Organic gardening;
© c2011., ABDO Pub. Co.,
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The backyard homestead guide to growing organic food : a crop-by-crop reference for 62 vegetables, fruits, nuts, and herbs / by Cobb, Tanya Denckla,1956-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The Backyard Homestead Guide to Growing Organic Food is a one-stop reference for all the key information food gardeners need to grow a healthy, bountiful garden. The book features a comprehensive companion planting guide and an in-depth review of the most effective organic pest control practices, including recipes for how to make your own pest deterrent sprays"--
Subjects: Fruit-culture.; Herb gardening.; Organic gardening.; Vegetable gardening.;
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Grow what you love : 12 food plant families to change your life / by Murphy, Emily,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Grow What You Love is designed to be a simple guide to growing vegetables, herbs and more that will add to the flavor and variety of fresh produce choices throughout the year. Aimed at novice and experienced gardeners alike it will be an image-driven, how-to adventure from an expert gardener and communicator with an enthusiasm for an authentic life.
Subjects: Fruit.; Herbs.; Organic gardening.; Plants, Edible.; Vegetable gardening.; Vegetables.;
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The organic gardener's handbook of natural pest and disease control : a complete guide to maintaining a healthy garden and yard the earth-friendly way / by Bradley, Fern Marshall.; Ellis, Barbara W.; Martin, Deborah L.; Atthowe, Helen.;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 397), Internet addresses and index.LSC
Subjects: Garden pests; Organic gardening.; Plants, Protection of.;
© c2009., Rodale,
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Gardening for geeks : all the science you need for successful organic gardening / by Wilhelmi, Christy,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The author provides "geeky" gardening tips, using math, nature, and science, to help readers make the most of their gardening space, no matter how much or little. She introduces readers to proven concepts such as biointensive gardening, French intensive, and square-foot gardening; explains soil, composts, and soil amendments; and includes individual growing profiles for numerous vegetables and herbs as well as recipes for your homegrown bounty"--
Subjects: Gardening.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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