New Gardeners Handbook Everything You Need To Know To Grow A Beautiful And Bountiful Garden

Author : Daryl Beyers
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604698748
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( 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 241 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.

Author : Toby Bost
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1610587146
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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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.

Author : Patricia Lanza
Publisher : Rodale
ISBN 13 : 9780875967950
Total Pages : 268 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Lasagna Gardening written by Patricia Lanza and published by Rodale. This book was released on 1998 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to use a system of layered mulch materials, including newspaper, leaves, and grass clippings, to provide a nutrient-rich base for healthy gardens and robust flowers, herbs, vegetables, and fruits

Author : Jennifer Kujawski
Publisher : Storey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603426949
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener's Handbook written by Jennifer Kujawski and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2011-01-08 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re a seasoned gardener determined to increase crop yields or starting your very first vegetable garden, the Week-by-Week Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook will help you manage your schedule and prioritize what’s important. Detailed weekly to-do lists break gardening down into simple and manageable tasks so that you always know what needs to be done and when to do it, from starting seeds and planting strawberries to checking for tomato hornworms and harvesting carrots. Enjoy a bountiful harvest with this organized and stress-free approach to gardening.

Author : Jacqueline Heriteau
Publisher : Gardener's Handbook
ISBN 13 : 1591865441
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book New England Gardener's Handbook written by Jacqueline Heriteau and published by Gardener's Handbook. This book was released on 2012-08-30 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New England Gardener's Handbook is written by popular gardening experts who include their collective wisdom in one complete guide for New England gardeners. In addition to the hundreds of hardy plants in eleven different plant categories, there are monthly to-do calendars assisting gardeners with the proper care and timing for everything from planting to pruning. Full-color photos for each plant and helpful illustrations and charts make this an easy-to-use resource for all New England gardeners with expert advice for home gardeners in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Author : Brian Lowell
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 074405933X
Total Pages : 479 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Companion Planting for Beginners written by Brian Lowell and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-03-29 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want a vibrant, chemical-free vegetable garden, companion planting is the solution. Did you know tomatoes produce a natural insecticide that can help protect carrots against pests? Or that planting mint near lettuce can repel slugs? Every gardener knows that the key to an abundant harvest in their vegetable garden is controlling pests and disease, while still maintaining a healthy growing environment. But it is possible to have a healthy, thriving vegetable garden without using dangerous chemicals? It is, as long as you know how to pair up the right plants. Organic gardeners have known for years that planting the right plants together is the key to minimizing pests, improving soil quality, and increasing the yield of their gardens, and almost any vegetable you can grow likely has a beneficial companion. Companion planting is the ideal way to avoid using chemicals, while still increasing the efficiency of your garden. Expert organic gardener Brian Lowell will teach you how to use plants to create a beautiful, vibrant vegetable garden that will be free of toxic chemicals. Here's what you'll find inside: Handy companion planting pairings for all of the most common garden vegetables Practical, simple photography and colorful illustrations for dozens of beneficial planting configurations Expert advice from a master gardener that is specifically designed for beginners Loads of troubleshooting tips for fixing common issues with companion-planted gardens Tips for setting up the perfect vegetable garden, including practical advice on watering, soil management, troubleshooting, and more

Author : Jessica Sowards
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 0760368724
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The First-time Gardener: Growing Vegetables written by Jessica Sowards and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re excited to plant your first vegetable garden—but where to start? In The First-Time Gardener: Growing Vegetables, you'll find the answers you're looking for. Homesteader Jessica Sowards, the warm and energetic host of YouTube’s Roots and Refuge Farm, is the perfect teacher for new gardeners, offering not just know-how but inspiration and time-management tips for success. Before you sink your hands into the soil, she’ll answer all those questions rolling around inside your head: Where do I put my new garden? How do I prepare the soil? What vegetables should I plant? Is it better to start new plants from seed or should I buy transplants? What about watering, feeding, and taking care of my garden? What do I do if bugs show up? There are no stupid questions here. Everyone has to start somewhere, after all. Not only will you learn how to prepare, plant, and tend your first vegetable garden, you’ll also learn: How to design an eco-friendly layout How to grow with the seasons How to maximize your harvest, even if you only grow in a small space Jessica wants your first food-growing experience to be a positive one, and she’s prepared to go the distance to make sure tending the earth becomes your new favorite hobby. A single growing season is all it takes to fall in love with growing your own healthy, organic, nutrient-dense food. With Jessica as your guide, you’ll soon discover all the satisfactions, challenges, and great joys of growing your own food garden. This book is part of The First-Time Gardener's Guides series from Cool Springs Press, which also includes The First-Time Gardener: Growing Plants and Flowers. 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.

Author : Ivette Soler
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604691999
Total Pages : 215 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Edible Front Yard written by Ivette Soler and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2011-02-23 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Front lawns, beware: The Germinatrix has you in her crosshairs! Ivette Soler is a welcome voice urging us to mow less and grow some food—in her uniquely fun, infectious yet informative way.” —Garden Rant People everywhere are turning patches of soil into bountiful vegetable gardens, and each spring a new crop of beginners pick up trowels and plant seeds for the first time. They're planting tomatoes in raised beds, runner beans in small plots, and strawberries in containers. But there is one place that has, until now, been woefully neglected—the front yard. And there's good reason. The typical veggie garden, with its raised beds and plots, is not the most attractive type of garden, and favorite edible plants like tomatoes and cucumbers have a tendency to look a scraggily, even in their prime. But The Edible Front Yard isn't about the typical veggie garden, and author Ivette Soler is passionate about putting edibles up front and creating edible gardens with curb appeal. Soler offers step-by-step instructions for converting all or part of a lawn into an edible paradise; specific guidelines for selecting and planting the most attractive edible plants; and design advice and plans for the best placement and for combining edibles with ornamentals in pleasing ways. Inspiring and accessible, The Edible Front Yard is a one-stop resource for a front-and-center edible garden that is both beautiful and bountiful year-round.

Author : Kelly Orzel
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493026585
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Backyard Gardener written by Kelly Orzel and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-04-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful and simple guide to edible gardening The “garden to table” movement is inspiring another generation of gardeners but many of them have questions. How important is composting? Is seed saving really worth it? Focusing on sustainable, organic growing practices and plants, The Backyard Gardener is a comprehensive handbook that will help get them started. Kelly Orzel covers everything from soil selection to growing and harvesting. Sidebars such as “garden center survival tips” offer useful advice to help readers build their confidence and know-how. This guide also features photographs of beautiful plant bed designs, propagation techniques, and much more.

Author : Mel Bartholomew
Publisher : Rodale
ISBN 13 : 9781579548568
Total Pages : 358 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Square Foot Gardening written by Mel Bartholomew and published by Rodale. This book was released on 2005-04-02 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of the classic gardening handbook details a simple yet highly effective gardening system, based on a grid of one-foot by one-foot squares, that produces big yields with less space and with less work than with conventional row gardens. Reissue. 30,000 first printing.