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A beautiful and practical book on choosing and caring for over 100 house plants, as well as inspiring plant styling advice

The Bonsai Beginner's Bible by Peter Chan is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of cultivating miniature trees. Published in 2018 by the Octopus Publishing Group, this book is an essential guide for beginners who want to delve into the world of Bonsai. The book is filled with expert tips, tricks, and advice from Chan, who is renowned in the Bonsai world. The Bonsai Beginner's Bible is not just a book; it's an invitation to a whole new world of beauty and tranquility. It's more than just a hobby; it's a lifestyle. So, if you're ready to embark on your Bonsai journey, there's no better place to start than with this comprehensive guide. The Bonsai Beginner's Bible is published by the Octopus Publishing Group, known for their commitment to high-quality and informative books.

From 1946 to 1957, Vita Sackville-West, the poet, bestselling author of All Passion Spent and maker of Sissinghurst, wrote a weekly column in the Observer describing her life at Sissinghurst, showing her to be one of the most visionary horticulturalists of the twentieth-century.With wonderful additions by Sarah Raven, Vita Sackville-West's Sissinghurst draws on this extraordinary archive, revealing Vita's most loved flowers, as well as offering practical advice for gardeners. Often funny and completely accessibly written with colour and originality, it also describes details of the trials and tribulations of crafting a place of beauty and elegance.Sissinghurst has gone on to become one of the most visited and inspirational gardens in the world and this marvellous book, illustrated with drawings and original photographs throughout, shows us how it was created and how gardeners everywhere can use some of the ideas from both Sarah Raven and Vita Sackville-West.

Since its original publication in 1989, The New Organic Grower has been one of the most important farming books available, with pioneer Eliot Coleman leading the charge in the organic movement in the United States. Now fully illustrated and updated, this 30th Anniversary Edition is a must-have for any agricultural library.

RHS Botany for Gardeners is an insightful book written by the esteemed Royal Horticultural Society. Published in 2013 by the Octopus Publishing Group, this book is a must-have for anyone with a green thumb or an interest in botany. The book is a comprehensive guide that explores the world of plants from a gardener's perspective. It delves into the science of plants, providing readers with a wealth of knowledge to help them understand their garden better. The Royal Horticultural Society, renowned for its expertise in the field, has created a masterpiece that blends scientific facts with practical gardening tips. This book is more than just a guide; it's a journey into the heart of botany. Published by the Octopus Publishing Group, this book is a testament to their commitment to delivering high-quality, informative content. Written in English, RHS Botany for Gardeners is a treasure trove of knowledge for gardeners around the world.

A major monograph on the Dutch garden designer, featuring his gardens and the largest collection of his drawings ever published Step into a Piet Oudolf garden and you are transported into a dreamlike meadowscape, filled with perennials, seasonal color, and texture. Made in close collaboration with Oudolf, this book showcases gardens throughout his career and across the globe - from New York's acclaimed High Line to the newly planted Vitra Campus in Germany. The book offers fresh insight into the work and creative practice of Oudolf, both from a horticultural and artistic perspective, showcasing high-profile and lesser-known gardens, including Chicago's Lurie Garden, Hauser & Wirth Somerset and Menorca, Venice Biennale, Singer Museum, Belle Isle in Detroit, Noma, and others. It offers unprecedented insight into his design process, working methods, and inspirations, and features original sketches and drawings - many of which are published here for the first time. This major new monograph is significant not only for its breadth and the largest collection of Oudolf's drawings ever published, but also for its inclusion of brand-new work, together with newly commissioned essays that place his work in context and offer fresh perspective on his career and significance. The book also includes gatefolds and tip-ins to explain key designs.

A practical book to take you through the stages of creating a new vegetable garden from scratch - using any plot of land.

Know, grow, and create beautiful bonsai - now available in PDFStep-By-Step Bonsai is the ultimate introduction to bonsai trees, with illustrated step-by-step projects to make bonsai for beginners simple and achievable. With an A-Z directory of bonsai tree care, you'll learn the key techniques needed to create your own beautiful miniature landscapes. Author and internationally renowned bonsai artist Peter Warren has taught and worked all over the world and brings you the best of Japanese bonsai. His expertise will introduce you to the tools you'll need, tips for bonsai tree care, styling ideas and how to get the best from your bonsai plants. A complete 'how to' on planting, propagation, pruning and training techniques, plant care, and siting. Bonsai trees will bring serenity to your garden and make your landscape truly unique, even in an urban setting. With traditional techniques, display ideas and 20 contemporary projects for your miniature trees, Step-By-Step Bonsai uses photographic guides to make growing bonsai easy and approachable.

The pioneering advocate of planting in parks and urban public spaces shares his inspiration, philosophy and working methods.

Piet Oudolf, one of world's most visionary and influential landscape gardeners, is at the forefront of the New Perennial planting movement. This title features twenty-three of Oudolf's most beautiful public and private gardens. It explains how these gardens and the plants fit the specific environment.

A fresh approach to gardening by bestselling author and the nation's favourite gardener Monty Don.'Think of your garden like a meal. When you select a recipe, you're choosing it based on inclination, experience and circumstance. Making a garden, big or small, uses exactly the same process.'If you are new to gardening, it can seem daunting - with Latin names, various soil types and seasonal requirements, it feels like a lot to learn. But with Monty Don's new book as a guide you will discover just how joyful and rewarding gardening can be.Whether you want to grow your own veg, create a child-friendly garden, connect with nature, or make the most of houseplants, Monty will help you unlock your space's potential, showing you what, where and when to plant. The Gardening Book gives you the basics to grow over 100 popular flowers, foods, shrubs, houseplants and more - each one has a clear, concise, format: what you need, timing, method, and step-by-step photos, all on one spread. It's a refreshingly accessible approach that will help you build a garden which best serves your needs and enhances your lifestyle.

The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 55th year, showing the optimum days for sowing, pruning, and harvesting various plants and crops.

"No dig, healthy soil, fewer weeds"--cover.

With this stunningly photographed greenery-guide, anyone can master the art of making your living room thrive. When done correctly, curating any decent houseplant can be just as effective as hanging a beautiful work of art. After all, our green companions are known to be beneficial for mental health, for general health (being oxygenators) as well as being a key element of any well-balanced interior fit out. Lauren and Sophia run the wildly successful nursery and interior design store Leaf Supply, in Sydney, Australia. They wrote a beautifully designed book, by the same name, in 2018. Now, with Indoor Jungle, they explain (in laypersons' terms) how to best transform your house into a veritable greenhouse. In this sequel-of-sorts, Lauren and Sophia cast their plant-loving net far wider than simply fabulous Australian interiors, featuring jungle-y architecture from around the world! For each spread of beautifully verdant interiors, the duo breaks down how the foliage within is surviving (and thriving). Ablaze with jaw dropping photography, Indoor Jungle will deserve its own prominent place in your new, improved and jungle-ified living room.

'Plant parenting' is a strong new trend

With this kit, complete with a 32page book explaining bonsai gardening, an instruction sheet, a small pot, a peat pellet, a packet of seeds, and a pair of scissors, indoor gardeners can grow a peaceful mini-garden anywhere they choose. Whether it's on a desk or in a kitchen, this little bit of greenery will brighten up the day-just add water! Also available in a full-size kit

A stunning exploration of one of the hottest trends in garden design, nature-based planting with an eco-aware approach, featuring the work of leading designers such as Sean Hogan, Piet Oudolf, and Dan Pearson

Introducing 'RHS Complete Gardener's Manual', a comprehensive guide for gardening enthusiasts. This masterpiece is penned by the renowned author, Dk, who has once again outdone himself in the genre of gardening and horticulture. Published in the year 2020, this book is a treasure trove of gardening wisdom and practical tips. It's a one-stop manual that guides you through every step of the gardening process, from understanding the soil and choosing the right plants to designing the garden and maintaining it. The publisher, Dorling Kindersley Ltd, has done an exceptional job in presenting this rich content with clear illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions. The book is written in English and is a must-have for all gardening enthusiasts, whether you're a novice or an expert. Experience the joy of gardening with 'RHS Complete Gardener's Manual' and let your garden bloom with health and beauty.

'The wisest book I've read for many years ... Much more than a gardening book, much more than a guide to mental health ... Hugely recommended' Stephen Fry

The Cut Flower Sourcebook, a mesmerizing journey penned by Rachel Siegfried, takes readers into the enchanting world of flowers. Published by FILBERT PRESS in 2023, this book is a treasure trove for flower enthusiasts and gardening aficionados alike. Siegfried, an acclaimed author in the genre, masterfully guides readers through the intricate details of cut flowers, their varieties, and their care. The Cut Flower Sourcebook is more than just a guide; it's an invitation to explore the beauty and diversity of the floral world. Immerse yourself in this captivating read and let the vibrant imagery and detailed descriptions transport you to a realm of delicate petals and enchanting aromas. FILBERT PRESS, renowned for its selection of high-quality publications, is proud to present this latest addition to its catalog. The Cut Flower Sourcebook is a must-have for those seeking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the delicate art of flower arrangement.

Based on forest gardening principles, this is the most comprehensive guide to growing, harvesting and processing nuts.

A beautiful, flamboyant gardening book for the Instagram generation.

A 2014 Garden Writers Association Media Award Winner Just as he demystified the soil food web in his ground-breaking book Teaming with Microbes, in this new work Jeff Lowenfels explains the basics of plant nutrition from an organic gardener's perspective. Most gardeners realize that plants need to be fed but know little or nothing about the nature of the nutrients and the mechanisms involved. In his trademark down-to-earth, style, Lowenfels explains the role of both macronutrients and micronutrients and shows gardeners how to provide these essentials through organic, easy-to-follow techniques. Along the way, Lowenfels gives the reader easy-to-grasp lessons in the biology, chemistry, and botany needed to understand how nutrients get into the plant and what they do once they're inside.