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_________________'BRITAIN'S FINEST LIVING NATURE WRITER' - THE TIMESWINNER OF THE THWAITES WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2015What really goes on in the long grass?Meadowland gives an unique and intimate account of an English meadow's life from January to December, together with its biography.

"The first garlic book written specifically for organic gardeners and small-scale farmers""Growing Great Garlic" is the definitive grower's guide written by a small scale farmer who makes his living growing over 200 strains of garlic. Commercial growers will want to consult this book regularly.The author tells us: which strains to plantwhen to fertilizewhen to plantwhen to prune flower stalkshow to plantwhen to harvestPlus, how to store, market, and process the crop."Growing Great Garlic" makes a genuine contribution in the field of garlic classification that will help the public recognize several distinct varietal types of garlic.

This exciting new tree selection guide marks a step change in approach that will lead to successful outcomes for trees and a better environment for future generations. Gardens and green spaces are good for the health of humans and the wider environment and trees play a vital role in this. In the past, trees have been selected primarily for their ornamental value but these essential life-giving plants have the potential to deliver a vast array of ecosystem benefits, but only if we plant the right tree in the right place. To combat the damaging effects of climate change we need mature trees and species diversity, which means careful selection for site and function. International tree expert Henrik Sjöman along with garden designer and passionate advocate for the environment Arit Anderson identified the need for a new kind of selection guide that focuses on the hidden benefits of trees and dedicated themselves to this visionary new resource. Easily accessible text, backed by the latest scientific research, describes the multiple benefits mature trees bring to towns and cities including storing carbon, slowing down rainfall and cooling buildings. We learn that some trees excel at particular functions and how to select trees for specific conditions such as droughts and storms. The A-Z is a unique selection of more than 500 trees chosen for their resilience and a range of other criteria that will ensure their contribution to our future gardens and landscapes. A quick-reference Tree Selection Table completes the resource and will spark the tree selection process.

Connect to the magic of the world around you for healing, empowerment and self-careNature is filled with hidden, elusive energies: the growth spirals of sunflowers, the electromagnetic spectrum of rainbows, the bio-energy of trees and the sound waves of thunder. Working with the potent energy of nature's bounty, you will learn to nurture and embrace your inner guardian witch through spell work.Brimming with rituals, wishes and enchantments to encourage spiritual growth, abundance and prosperity, and featuring beautiful illustrations from the author, this book is an illuminating guide to harnessing the earth's power for personal reflection. It reveals how magic can be used as a reciprocal force for good that protects and promotes our well-being, as well as that of our planet.The Little Book of Earth Magic is for those who seek to form a meaningful connection with nature and take their spiritual practice to a new level.

"From our first cup of coffee in the morning to the stir-fry, salad, or spaghetti with tomato sauce we enjoy for dinner, there's no denying that the kitchen is where we come in contact with plants in a very special way. This new cookbook celebrates both the glorious variety of edible plants that make up a human diet as well as the vital work that the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew undertakes to better promote and support global biodiversity"--Publisher's description.

This revised and updated edition of Jessica Wallisers award-winning Attracting Beneficial Bugs to Your Garden offers a valuable and science-backed plan for bringing balance back to the garden. With this indispensable gardening referencenow updated with new research, insights, and voiceslearn how to create a healthy, balanced, and diverse garden capable of supporting a hard-working crew of beneficial pest-eating insectsandeliminate the need for synthetic chemical pesticides. After a fascinating introduction to the predator and prey cycle and its importance to both wild ecosystems and home gardens, youll meet dozens of pest-munching beneficial insects (the predators) that feast on garden pests (their prey). From ladybugs and lacewings to parasitic wasps and syrphid flies, these good guys of the bug world keep the natural system of checks and balances in prime working order. They help limit pest damage and also serve a valuable role in the gardens food web. But, they wont call your garden home if you dont have the resources they need to survive. With a hearty population of beneficial insects present in your garden, youll say goodbye to common garden pests like aphids, cabbage worms, bean beetles, leafhoppers, and hornworms, without reaching for a spray can. To encourage these good guys to stick around and do their important work, youll learn how to create a welcoming habitat and fill your garden with the best plants to support them. Inside youll find: Bug profiles introducing dozens of beneficial insects and the down-and-dirty details on howthey catch and eat their preyPlant profiles featuring the best plants for supporting beneficialsInterviews with entomologists who focus their lifes work on understanding the value of insects, including Doug Tallamy, Paula Shrewsbury, Leslie Allee, Dan Herms, and othersAn inspiring look at how plants and insects intersect in the most incredible waysWhy gardening for bugs is just as important to the greater world as it is to your gardenTips for creating insectary plantings and borders to support a broad range of beneficials The acclaimed first edition of Attracting Beneficial Bugs to Your Garden ushered in a new way to garden; one that appreciates and understands of the power of returning a natural balance to the garden. This revised and updated edition continues to herald and expands on that same important message.

He passionately argues that we must all learn to love, respect and care for our six-legged friends. Eye-opening, inspiring and riveting, Silent Earth is part love letter to the insect world, part elegy, part rousing manifesto for a greener planet.

Growing flowers to cut and enjoy at home can sharpen our awareness of the world around us and make us more attuned to nature. We find it impossible to walk anywhere without spotting a prized rose in a front garden, a brassica gone to seed on a neighbouring allotment plot or a weedy verge in a carpark and considering its potential for cutting.

Building Your Permaculture Property combines an engineer and a farmer's professional and practical experience in ecological consulting and regenerative agriculture to lead you - the land steward - through a clear five-step process to design and develop a resilient and abundant property anywhere in the world.

Gardens for the Soul is a captivating book written by the talented author, Sara Bird. This masterpiece, published just this year on February 8, 2022, is a real treat for those who enjoy literature that touches the soul and enlightens the mind. The genre of the book is a beautiful blend of nature and spirituality, a rare combination that will leave you mesmerized. Sara Bird’s eloquent writing style and vivid descriptions make you feel as if you are walking through the gardens she describes, feeling the tranquility seep into your soul. This book is not just about gardens; it’s about finding peace and solace in unexpected places. The publisher, Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd, has done an excellent job of bringing this book to the market. It's a must-read for those seeking a refreshing perspective on life. The book is written in English, making it accessible to a broad audience.

Garden Style is a captivating book by the renowned author Marianne Majerus. Published in 2023 by the Octopus Publishing Group, this book is a must-read for all nature and gardening enthusiasts. As the title suggests, Garden Style delves into the art of creating beautiful and tranquil gardens, reflecting the author's profound understanding and love for nature. Marianne Majerus, with her unique writing style, guides the readers through a journey of creating their own garden paradise. The genre of this book is non-fiction focusing on gardening and outdoor design. The author's deep knowledge and the publisher's commitment to quality make this book a valuable addition to any bookshelf. Garden Style is more than just a book; it is a gateway to understanding nature's beauty and the joy of gardening. Written in English, this book is accessible to a wide range of readers. Don't miss out on this exquisite work by Marianne Majerus, brought to you by Octopus Publishing Group.

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A Best Floristry Book of 2022, Gardens Illustrated A contemporary, beautifully illustrated book on flowers, flower pressing and arranging. 'A delight, packed with stories about the flowers JamJar Flowers work with, as well as practical information' House & Garden

Brings together the sharp wit and the straight-talking wisdom of the man widely credited as the inventor of the modern garden

This handsomely bound book in the '150' series showcases the most beautiful gardens in the world, renowned for their exceptional flora, imaginative designs, and inspiring locations.

"From the author of The Humanure Handbook, an expert guide to compost toilets you can build yourself. The Compost Toilet Handbook is an illustrated instructional manual explaining how to make, use, and manage compost toilets, which are waste-free toilets that rely on the biological process of composting to recycle toilet material. It is based on the author's 40+ years of first-hand experience with "composting as a sanitation alternative." The 254-page indexed book has 161 pages of color photos including 203 photos or illustrations from 13 countries where compost toilet systems are in use. The 2nd half of the book includes case study reviews of compost toilet projects in African prisons and schools; Haitian schools, orphanages, and villages; schools in Mozambique; neighborhoods in Mongolia; a school and village in Nicaragua; and an ecovillage in the US. Along with the nuts and bolts of compost toilet construction, use, and management, the book covers emergency preparedness, cold weather composting, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, health, and safety."--Amazon.com.

Fire små lækre og superinformative guider samlet i én til naturens spiselige planter.Bag Den lille vilde, der ikke bare er en, men hele fire små guidebøger samlet i en fin æske, står Danmarks mest kendte sankeekspert, Thomas Laursen, og fotografen Jannick Børlum.Bøgerne er inddelt efter de vilde planters fire sæsoner – det helt spæde forår, forår, sommer og sensommer – og beskriver de vigtigste urter, blomster, bær og frugter, som vi kan samle og anvende i køkkenet. De fire bøger er lige til at til at putte i lommen hver for sig og tage med på sanketuren eller bare den almindelige gåtur i naturen. De er inddelt i de forskellige biotoper, så det er nemt at finde og identificere de enkelte planter.Hver plante er tydeligt angivet med et billede af selve planten og et af planten på voksestedet i netop den sæson, bogen dækker. Der er desuden også en kort informerende tekst, som hjælper én med at identificere planten og fortæller om dens mulige anvendelse.Den lille vilde er et sæt praktiske og meget anvendelige guider i forlængelse af Thomas Laursens tidligere populære bøger om vild mad. Med sin lækre og æstetiske indpakning er bogen en oplagt gave, og den bør stå i bogreolen i ethvert sommerhus.

A photographic record of the gardens at Great Dixter, past and present

Uncover the Incredible World of Health and Nutrients, and Discover How to Prevent or Cure Ailments With Medicinal Mushrooms!Did you know that mushrooms have been used and consumed worldwide for thousands of years, both as a food and medicine? Most cultures in the Western world have not come to appreciate and understand mushrooms in the same way that people in many other parts of the world do. Would you like to learn how?Would you like to:Enhance your health and prolong your life expectancy?Use natural healing properties of mushrooms?Cure your existing ailments and prevent future ones?Consuming mushrooms for food is generally a healthy habit, as they have a small amount of unsaturated fats while providing necessary nutrients such as protein and carbohydrates. But there are more than 800 different mushrooms that have proven medicinal properties.With this comprehensive guide to using medicinal mushrooms, you will discover the untapped power that will improve your health and prolong your life. You will learn how to use different types of mushrooms to heal existing diseases and prevent future ones.This book will show you everything you need to know about medicinal mushrooms, so you can immediately start to live a better and healthier life.

Reflecting the latest research on how plants influence and communicate with each other, Jessica Walliser offers a research-based guide to companion planting - a gardening method that uses strategic plant partnerships to improve crop yields and outsmart pests.

A heavily illustrated history of herbaria from one of the world's foremost experts.

In SISSINGHURST: A DREAM GARDEN Tim Richardson reveals the magic and the mystery of these world-famous and most evocative English gardens, famous for their horticulture, their creators and the realisation of personal dreams.