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With a foreword by Alan Titchmarsh, this beautifully illustrated book tells the story of the Royal Horticultural Society, the perhaps the foremost gardening institution in the world. The RHS is the world's largest gardening charity but what it does and...

'A brilliant book that in one easy read has turned me into an 'expert' on just about every aspect of plants and gardening' Joe Swift'Great fun for the festive season if you want to learn some fascinating facts about amazing plants.' Independent 'This...

This magnificently illustrated people's history celebrates the extraordinary feats of cultivation by the working class in Britain, even if the land they toiled, planted, and loved was not their own. Spanning more than four centuries, from the earliest...

Packed with delicious recipes, natural remedies, gardening tips, homemaking ideas, crafts, and more, this indispensable lifestyle reference from the popular blogger behind Attainable Sustainable makes earth-friendly living fun, real, and easy. Whether...

The ideal gift for gardeners - discover more than 15,000 beautiful plants and learn how to successfully grow each one with this definitive planting guide now in its fully updated 4th edition. The RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants has been compiled by...

'When I am disturbed, even angry, gardening has been a therapy. When I don't want to talk I turn to Plot 29, or to a wilder piece of land by a northern sea. There, among seeds and trees, my breathing slows; my heart rate too. My anxieties...

Transform your home into a verdant retreat with this information-packed guide to houseplant care, with profiles for over 125 different plants. Well-chosen, well-cared-for houseplants bring life to a room, both literally and figuratively. They add color,...

Find over 3,000 different plants for every location, style and scenario. With over 55K sold of the previous edition this new edition tackles themes of sustainability, resilient plants for a changing climate, and wildlife-friendly planting.In this plant...

Elevate your own green space and become a more confident and creative gardener with lessons from experienced National Trust gardeners in this comprehensive horticultural guide. 'An accessible, informative guide for beginners, but...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781844091355Author The Findhorn CommunityFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Findhorn Press LtdPublisher Findhorn Press LtdWeight(grams)...

'I return to Beth Chatto's books constantly. For those who are new to her work, you are entering into a life-long relationship with a wise friend and gardener' Monty Don'Compulsively readable. Once you have it, don't let anyone else borrow it' SUNDAY...

For those without the time or stamina to spend hours maintaining a garden, well-known experts Alan and Gill Bridgewater offer an easy-care method with minimal digging and weeding. They show how to make raised beds, build up soil with mushroom compost,...

In the multifaceted world of gardening, the same questions arise time and time again. Organised season-by-season, this book promises to answer the 1000 most-asked questions that can frustrate all gardeners alike.Drawing on her years of experience in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781940548012Author Victoria YoungFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Professor Grow LLCPublisher Professor Grow LLCWeight(grams) 304gDimensions(mm) 229mm...

This practical pocket l field guide, published in association with the Wildlife Trusts, covers 200 wildlife species that can be seen in the garden, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects, molluscs and crustaceans. Each species account...

Celebrate the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of plants with a book that revels in the diversity of the botanical world.Plants are truly awe-inspiring. They can be vast, minute, smelly, or spectacularly ugly. Some plants live on their own, or by...

Do you know every gardening technique and rule of thumb off pat? Or do you occasionally straighten up from your digging to try and remember exactly what you're meant to be doing? How deep should you plant these bulbs? Was it now you were supposed to...

Walled kitchen gardens were found in the grounds of most large country houses in Britain and Ireland. They were designed to provide a continual supply of fruit, flowers and vegetables. With the aide of heated glasshouses, there would be out-of-season...

Whether your aspirations are simply to sell a selection of home grown plants from the boot of your car or to establish a succesful all-year-round gardening business, this book will show you how. It covers: preparing your business plan; getting kitted...

***'With an approachable layout and excellent illustrations, including both photographs and line drawings, this book is just the thing for someone discovering the pastime and would be ideal for those who have just acquired a garden of some size. Topics...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781936807543Author Ed RosenthalFormat PaperbackPage Count 600Imprint Quick American a division of Quick Trading Co ,U.S.Publisher Quick American a division...

This book is a dictionary of British (native, naturalised and cultivated) plants and the folklore associated with them. Unlike many plant-lore publications Vickery's Folk Flora tells us what people currently do and believe, rather than what Victorians...

"Makes the science of plant processes accessible to home gardeners." -The American Gardener Why do container plants wilt even when they've been regularly watered? Why did the hydrangea that thrived last year never bloom this year? Plant physiology-the...

Islamic gardens are enchanting places. Just the names of some of the most beautiful gardens in the world - the Alhambra, the Generalife, the Shalimar - conjure up images of calm and even divine beauty. No visitor is left untouched by their magic. This...

Butterflies are brilliant pollinators and add vibrancy and colour to the garden.A summer's day wouldn't be the same without the gentle fluttering of delicate wings. They connect us with living and breathing nature and are an essential part of a dynamic...

Turn the outdoor space you may not own into one that makes you feel at home.A gardening book unlike any other, RHS How to Garden When You Rent brings together projects, inspiration, and handy know-how specifically tailored to people who rent. With...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781571988454Author Old Farmer's AlmanacFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Old Farmer's AlmanacPublisher Old Farmer's AlmanacWeight(grams) 540g

The legalization of marijuana has changed the way we live, party, and treat illnesses. If you have ever wanted to grow your own Cannabis, now you can, with the help of Tommy McCarthy's expert advice and full-color photography.Marijuana seeds are legal to...

Underestimated for too long as just a shrub for cottage gardens, the hydrangea is experiencing a renaissance in floral design. Lavish and luscious, the often-giant blooms are the epitome of chic. The next title in Pavilion's series of...

A complete guide to help you safely identify edible species that grow around us, together with detailed artworks, field identification notes and recipes. First published in 1972, this updated edition of Richard Mabey's cult bestseller has been...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781843093503Author Andrew MikolajskiFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Hermes HousePublisher Anness Publishing

In Planting for Garden Birds find straightforward ideas and easy to achieve plans that will make your garden irresistible to birds.Packed with interesting facts, environmental and habitat information as well as easy to achieve planting ideas, this is a...

What Gardeners Grow draws on the experience and passion of the world's most interesting and respected plantspeople to create a glossary of plants to inspire the everyday gardener. A diverse range of some 250 gardeners have contributed their plant...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780881929010Author Michael A. DirrFormat HardbackPage Count 950Imprint Timber PressPublisher Timber Press

A fun, gifty guide to growing and caring for the top 50 houseplants! In this fun and accessible guide, you'll learn how to care for 50 of the most popular houseplants, from the fiddle-leaf fig to the moth orchid. The plant profiles outline care...

Square Foot Gardening: Growing Perfect Vegetables is a practical guide that answers the age-old question for gardeners: How do you know when a fruit or vegetable is ripe? Square Foot Gardening is the most popular alternate gardening method in the world,...

'The definitive go-to wildlife guide for all 16 million British gardens.' - Mike Dilger Even the smallest garden can be an important haven for wildlife, and this authoritative guide enables everyone to explore this wealth on their back doorstep. It...

Cultivate your passion to grow In a 1625 essay, Francis Bacon called gardens "the purest of human pleasures," and what was true then is even more so today-gardening can give you a serene refuge from the short-lived (and noisy!) distractions of modern...

From planting your first seedlings to harvesting your crops and everything in between, gardener and homesteader Brian Brigantti helps you create a thriving vegetable garden right in your own backyard - all while giving you valuable insights into...

Regenerative practices for the farm, garden, orchard, forest, and landscape Mycorrhizal fungi have been waiting a long time for people to recognize just how important they are to the making of dynamic soils. These microscopic organisms partner with...