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Author
Publisher
Pacific Street Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
vii, 321 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
Description
"California Plants is an essential resource for outdoor enthusiasts. With his vibrant photographs and lively writing, Matt Ritter takes the reader on a journey through the Golden State's iconic landscapes and abundant plant life. This definitive guide features more than 500 species, along with detailed descriptions, fascinating natural history stories, and handy tree and wildflower color identification charts."--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Description
"This new, completely revised second edition of her bestselling classic is a design compendium that is as practical as it is inspirational. Designing with Succulents shares design and cultivation basics; hundreds of succulent plant recommendations; and profiles of 50 easy-care, drought-tolerant companion plants. Lavishly illustrated with 400 photographs, you will find everything you need to visualize, create, and nurture a thriving, water-smart succulent...
Author
Publisher
Atria Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
[xii, 225] pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Description
"On the forefront of uncovering the essential truths about plants, world-renowned scientist Stefano Mancuso reveals the surprisingly sophisticated ability of plants to innovate, to remember, and to learn, offering us creative solutions to the most vexing technological and ecological problems that face us today. Despite not having brains or central nervous systems, plants perceive their surroundings with an even greater sensitivity than animals. They...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
288 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Description
"Tovah Martin, the undisputed Queen of Green, shows that anyone can grow healthy houseplants. It all boils down to a simple set of skills and--here?s the crucial part--picking the right plants. These tough but beautiful plants can thrive in less-than-ideal conditions, and they?re easy to find. You?ll also learn how to pot, repot, water, and fertilize; pick up some great ideas for fun, funky containers; and benefit from Tovah?s tips on how to display...
11) The California native landscape: the homeowner's design guide to restoring its beauty and balance
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
372 p. ; cm.
Description
"The California Native Landscape addresses water shortages and water rationing by showing homeowners how to succeed with natives and showing them how lush, colorful, and thriving their landscape can be. The authors stress the importance of smart garden design and combining the right plants to promote the natural symbiosis that occurs within plant communities. Native plants also play an important role in creating fire-resistant landscapes, and this...
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"Foraging for food is an engaging and beneficial pastime that anyone can enjoy. It inspires connections to the land and can help to improve your health. Plus, many target plants for foragers are non-native, so the activity can support-if not improve-biological diversity and ecological well-being. Foraging Southern California introduces you to plentiful and delicious foods, from berries and fruits to roots, seeds, and even tasty aquatic options, like...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
207 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Description
In recent years California has been facing extreme drought, and in 2015 they passed state-wide water restrictions that affect home owners. Unfortunately the drought is only going to get worse, and gardeners who aren't willing to abandon their beloved pastime entirely are going to have to learn how to garden with the absolute minimum of water. The Drought-Defying California Garden offers gardeners in the Golden State everything they need to get started...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
292 pages ; cm
Description
"Houseplants add style, clean the air, and bring nature indoors. But they are often plagued with problems--aphids, mealybugs, mites, and thrips to name just a few. What?s Wrong With My Houseplant? shows you how to keep indoor plants healthy by first teaching you how to identify the problem. This hardworking guide includes plant profiles for 148 plants organized by type, visual keys to the most of common problems, and the related organic solutions...
17) Plants feed me
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
29 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Description
"Watermelons are fruits. Cabbages are leaves. Walnuts are seeds. Carrots are roots. People eat many parts of plants. Even flowers!--
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
203 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Description
Go beyond the garden to create projects that take center stage in any space. DIY Succulents shows you how to use beautiful and resilient plants like echeveria, sedum, and graptopetalum to craft nature-inspired home decor like rustic tabletop centerpieces and breathtaking wall art. Each page offers details on selecting the right plants and containers for the project, assembling a gorgeous arrangement, and maintaining the garden as it grows. With step-by-step...
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
255 p. : col. ill. ; 19 x 21 cm.
Description
Presents a guide to creating miniature gardens, providing specific garden care and maintenance tips and outlining step-by-step instructions for a variety of designs, including a tiny patio, a trellis, a pond, and a secret garden.
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