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- Vertical gardening : green ideas for small gardens, balconies and patios / by Staffler, Martin,author.; translation of:Staffler, Martin.Vertikal gärtnern.English.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Vertical gardening offers great opportunities to grow flowers, vegetables, succulents and herbs, particularly for those with a balcony, patio or compact garden. It can also be a fantastic way to showcase creative and sustainable design choices, whether you've got wood, terracotta pots, burlap sacks, fabric or even plastic bottles. From privacy screens to foldable storage, this helpful guide includes step-by-step DIY projects, plant care tips and tricks, and practical information on the special challenges that come with planting in a compact garden, including advice on pests, drainage and plants suited for gardens with limited light"--- Subjects: Container gardening.; Vertical gardening.;
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- Staying alive : the go-to guide for houseplants / by Melrose, Janet,1954-author.; Normandeau, Sheryl,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.A handy Q&A guide by the authors of the Prairie Gardener series, Staying Alive: The Go-To Guide for Houseplants provides expert advice to ensure your houseplants thrive, wherever you call home. Whether you have one tiny succulent on your desk at work or a massive collection of tropical plants in your home, caring for houseplants can be a real source of joy -- and the occasional moment of wild frustration. In this Q&A guide to happy, healthy houseplants, lifelong gardeners Sheryl Normandeau and Janet Melrose are here with the insight you need to take you from perusing the plant shop to the dreaded repotting to splitting your mama spider into little spidies to share with friends. Opening with a chapter on setting up a houseplant-friendly home, the pair talk containers, lighting, watering, soil and nutrients, propagation, pests and other problems, and offer a final grab bag of tips to help you satisfy some of those trickier plant pals in your midst (calling all orchids).- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; House plants; Indoor gardening;
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- The container garden recipe book : 57 designs for pots, window boxes, hanging baskets, and more / by Williams, Lana(Gardener),author.; Scott, Erin,photographer.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In The Container Garden Recipe Book, Lana Williams of Oakland-based Tender Gardener offers readers dozens of step-by-step recipes for outdoor planters, from classic terra-cotta pots to window boxes, urns, bowls, and more. There are recipes specifically designed to boost your home's curb appeal (a rustic birdcage-turned-hanging basket, a stately Japanese maple planted in a painted terra-cotta urn) and others that are perfect for backyard entertaining (an elegant tabletop trough of succulents, a concrete water garden that's sure to be a conversation starter). And with Lana as their guide, readers' yards will never be bare thanks to the creative designs for all seasons, from urns bursting with spring bulbs to an heirloom pumpkin converted into the perfect home for fall blooms. And recreating these stunning designs couldn't be simpler. Each recipe includes a detailed ingredients list and step-by-step instructions, along with hundreds of photos showing where and how to place each plant. Also included is foundational information on choosing vessels, planting techniques, and care instructions, as well as plant spotlights highlighting foolproof options for all climates and seasons, from spring bulbs to evergreens"--- Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Container gardening; Gardening; Plants, Potted;
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- Cook with confidence : over 100 inspiring recipes to cook and eat together / by Dennis the Prescott,author.;
"From chef and social media star, Dennis Prescott, over 100 bold and extremely delicious recipes to ignite your cooking and get you off the couch and into the kitchen. In Cook with Confidence, Dennis Prescott shares recipes to satisfy your cravings and techniques to improve your cooking skills to make hosting gatherings a breeze. Packed with helpful advice and learning along the way, Dennis guides you step-by-step through tackling any cooking quandary from opening an oyster, to making fresh pasta, choosing sustainable fish, or mastering the grill. Inside you'll find recipes that are impressive as they are approachable, inspired by Dennis's travels, working in restaurants, and his Maritime roots. There's no shortage of scrumptious options, starting with snacks and starters for every occasion like Cheesy Baked Old Bay Crab and Shrimp Dip, Carrot and Coriander Fritters with Turmeric Yogurt, and Ricotta-Stuffed Zucchini Flowers with Marinara. Add a seasonal salad or succulent side by serving Roasted Squash and Heirloom Tomato Panzanella, Maritime Potluck Potato Salad, or Zucchini, Leek and Blue Cheese Gratin. There's always room for a little pasta with Dennis's Spicy Pasta Alla Norma or Baked Ziti with Grilled Chicken, Spinach, and Crème Fraîche on the table. Plant-powered, mouth-watering mains like Falafel Mezze Bowls or Mushroom Ragù with Cheesy Grits are sure-fire hits. While showstopping fish and meat dishes include crowd-pleasing Grilled Halibut Tacos with Creamy Slaw and Avocado Crema, Grilled Octopus with Romesco and Crispy Potatoes, Orange and Fennel Braised Pork Ragù, Smoky Lime Chicken with Grilled Jalapeño Hot Sauce, and Steak Frites with Creamy Whisky Peppercorn Sauce. Dennis invites cooks of all levels to approach each recipe through his eyes: as your next great adventure. Exploring dishes that hone important kitchen skills and impart crucial cooking wisdom, Cook with Confidence inspires readers to get excited about cooking ... and to create community and conversation over irresistible food."--- Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking.;
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