Specialised gardening methods Books

Adopt the Revolutionary Non-Plow Method of GardeningWithout a tractor and with an impatience to get her seeds planted for the season, Ruth Stout stumbled upon an unorthodox way to sow her garden: rather than plowing the earth, she would simply make her...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

The art of creating your pleasure garden.

Stay up-to-date with the latest tips, tricks, and trends in natural gardening with this monthly magazine. Each issue is packed with informative articles and stunning photography, covering topics like organic pest control, companion planting, and...

Dieser Gartenführer aus dem 18. Jahrhundert beschreibt detailliert die Gestaltung eines Gartens im englischen Stil. Johann G. Schoch gibt praktische Ratschläge zur Pflanzenauswahl, zum Aufbau von Wegen und Teichen und zur Inszenierung von...

The Cactus Journal is a periodical devoted to the cultivation and study of cacti and other succulent plants. Published in the mid-20th century, it contains a wealth of information on these fascinating organisms and is an invaluable resource for...

This practical guidebook provides valuable information on creating and maintaining lawns and greens. Covering topics such as soil preparation, irrigation, and pest management, it is an essential reference for anyone interested in gardening or...

First published in 1921, this classic guide to small fruit cultivation provides detailed instructions for cultivating strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, currants, gooseberries, and grapes. Sears's practical advice is based on decades of experience...

This practical guide offers advice on the use of lime-sulphur-salt wash and its various substitutes in the treatment of trees and other plants. It is an essential reference for anyone involved in horticulture or arboriculture.This work has been selected...

This insightful guide offers a wealth of practical advice for educators, design professionals, and school administrators seeking to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. With tips on everything from selecting plants to designing play areas,...

This book is a practical guide to creating an ideal nursery and garden, even for those who are new to horticulture. It contains detailed instruction on selecting the right plants for your area, planting and propagating techniques, and general care of...

Discover the joys and challenges of small-scale farming with this comprehensive guide to allotments and small holdings. Perfect for those looking to start their own garden or homestead, this book covers everything from soil preparation to crop rotation...

This beautifully illustrated guide offers practical advice on creating and maintaining freshwater and marine aquavivariums, or living water gardens. With detailed descriptions of the plants and animals that can thrive in these environments, as well as...

This comprehensive guide to the methods of grafting and budding is an essential reference for anyone interested in horticulture. Hedrick covers a wide range of techniques and provides practical advice for restoring and improving American vineyards.This...

Protect your crops and gardens from non-parasitic diseases with this essential guide from a team of expert plant pathologists. From nutrient deficiencies and physiological disorders to genetic abnormalities and environmental stress, this book offers an...

A beautifully illustrated collection of essays on the historic gardens and landscapes of Flatbush, Brooklyn. First published in 1905, this book offers a glimpse into the world of turn-of-the-century garden design, and the ways in which public parks and...

This book provides practical notes for creating and maintaining beautiful parks, gardens, and country residences. It covers topics such as planting, layout, and maintenance and includes advice for both public and private spaces. This is essential reading...

So you want to decorate every nook and cranny in every room of your home with foliage or flowers. Maybe you just want to take care of the dish garden, African violet, or green, leafy thing that used to have flowers. You got a plant for your anniversary,...

""Studies in Gardening"" by A. Clutton-Brock is a comprehensive guidebook for gardening enthusiasts. The book covers a wide range of topics related to gardening, including soil preparation, planting techniques, garden design, and maintenance. It also...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

The Importance of Studying Plant GeneticsSubchapter: The Importance of Studying Plant GeneticsIntroduction:In today's world, where environmental concerns and food security are at the forefront, understanding plant genetics has become more crucial than...

Hydroelectric power is a topic of great importance in the field of energy engineering. As students in this discipline, it is crucial to understand the significance of hydroelectric power and its impact on our society and the environment. In this...

"Green Revolution: Cultivating the Future without Soil" is an essential and innovative guide aimed at introducing the reader to the fascinating world of hydroponics and aquaponics, two revolutionary cultivation methods that could redefine the future of...

"Verde Rivoluzione: Coltivare il Futuro senza Terra" è una guida essenziale e innovativa che si propone di introdurre il lettore all'affascinante mondo dell'idroponica e dell'acquaponica, due metodi rivoluzionari di coltivazione che potrebbero ridefinire...

Second Edition released December 2023: The Succulent Manual has grown! Introducing the second edition of 'The Succulent Manual: A guide to care and repair for all climates' - available as a paperback, ebook, and online version. The second edition is...

Stephen John Hartley left school having failed all his exams - he didn't care. He had better things to do. He was guitarist in iconic UK punk band NOTSENSIBLES - they recorded four singles, an album and a John Peel session.The North UK had its own...

Now available in paperback, here is the authoritative guide to creating and planting wonderful garden troughs. Troughs, those elegant antique stone containers so treasured by rock and alpine gardeners, can now be made at home with hypertufa, a relatively...

One of the earliest scientific works on all aspects of compost and manure. Still of value today, especially to those interested in organic agriculture. Howard is the author of the very influencial book "An Agricultural Testament".

Are you looking for a way to get into gardening and grow your own plants, but want to avoid the backbreaking labor of traditional gardening?Do you want a little more greenery in your home but you don't have ample backyard space?You're going to learn how...

In 1984, at the age of 78, world-renowned rose grower Hilda Murrell was found brutally murdered in the Shropshire countryside. She had just gained approval to testify on the unsolved [problems of radioactive waste at the first British planning inquiry...

"Garden Ponds and Pools" is a vintage guide to large garden water features, with chapters on designing, constructing, populating, and maintaining them. Written in simple language and full of handy tips and hints, this volume is perfect for those wanting...

"The Story of the Garden" provides a detailed history of the garden, exploring its origins and development throughout the ages. Contents include: "The Traditional Influence of Ancient Garden Lore", "The Mediaeval Garden", "The Tudor Age", "Stuart Times",...

This book contains a classic guide to designing and building a range of attractive and interesting garden structures, including walls, fences, steps, walkways, and much more. It offers the reader simple instructions on how to transform a wild garden...

This vintage book is a complete guide to growing fruit, with information on growing trees, bushes, and in pots. Profusely illustrated and containing simple instructions, this volume is ideal for the novice grower, and would make for a great addition to...

This book is three instructional articles on growing currents and gooseberries, with information on planting, pruning, harvesting, pests and diseases, marketing, and many other related aspects. Easy-to-digest and full of useful information and invaluable...

This vintage book is a complete guide to pruning pear trees, with information on tools and equipment, technique, common problems, benefits, and other related aspects. Written in plain language and full of helpful illustrations, this handbook will be of...

This vintage book is a complete guide to growing pineapples under glass, with information on different varieties, problems and benefits, pests and diseases, planting, harvesting, and many other related aspects. With handy illustrations, simple...

This vintage book is a detailed guide to growing apples, specially designed for the novice Written in simple, plain language and full of useful illustrations and invaluable tips, this guide constitutes a must-read for prospective growers. Contents...

This book is a classic article describing various tropical and subtropical fruits. With detailed illustrations and a wealth of interesting and useful information, this article will appeal to those with an interest in botany or horticulture, and would...

This vintage book is a detailed guide to growing apples for beginners. Written in simple, plain language and full of useful illustrations and invaluable tips, this guide constitutes a must-read for prospective growers, and may also be of utility to those...

This antique book comprises a concise yet comprehensive guide to growing plants using hot houses. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of helpful illustrations and diagrams, this is a text that will be of considerable value to...

This classic book is a detailed guide to pruning fruit trees, with information on how, why, and when to prune. Written with the novice grower in mind, this easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated guide would make for a fantastic addition to collections...

This vintage volume contains a complete guide to growing melons under glass, with information on construction, draw-backs and benefits, diseases and pests, planting, harvesting, and all other related aspects. Easy-to-digest and profusely illustrated,...

Contained in this text is a series of detailed and comprehensive guides pertaining to the pruning and transplantation of young plants, complete with helpful diagrams and step-by-step instructions. This timeless text loses no value in its age and still...

This volume contains a classic article on the various different varieties of, with information on their natural history, benefits, drawbacks, and other related aspects. With a wealth of interesting information and useful tips for producers, this book...

This volume contains an vintage article on the lychee, with information on growing, harvesting, problems, and other related species and varieties. Illustrated and containing a complete description of the lychee, this volume will appeal to those with an...

This volume contains an article on the construction of cold frames for early vegetable and flowering plants. Written in clear, concise language and including simple instructions and invaluable information on the construction of cold frames, this text...