How to Build a Natural Swimming Pool: The Complete Guide to Healthy Swimming at Home

How to Build a Natural Swimming Pool: The Complete Guide to Healthy Swimming at Home

Review It is a well laid out, detailed and useful book for anyone wanting to learn more about natural pools, and I only wish I'd read it before building my own.

--Ben Law, Permaculture magazineIt is a comprehensive, clear and tightly written book, full of illustrations, diagrams, tables, shorthand symbols and case studies to help navigate through what is clearly a subject full of complexity and variables, all of which need to be known and managed.

--Annabel Downs, Garden Design Journal About the Author Wolfram Kircher is a leading international expert on natural swimming pools and teaches plant ecology at the University of Applied Sciences at Bernburg, Germany.

Andreas Thon is an irrigation and water purification consultant and landscape architect who has built many natural swimming pools.



Natural swimming pools are cleaned by plants instead of chlorine so they are gentle on the eyes and healthy for swimmers. This book describes how to build a pool to suit your site and maintain the nutrient level in perfect balance to keep the algae down and the water sparkling.

As well as being delightful to swim in, these pools enhance the garden and provide a valuable water source for beneficial insects.

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There are few books in English about Swimmingponds. But if you are looking for a complete guide to build a natural pool by yourself or get good informations before you contact your landscape-gardener, this book should be your choice. It's new, the authors are experts and you will get a lot of ideas.(Read more)

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Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart

Mister Owita's Guide to Gardening: How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart

A bestseller in the making, this is the true story of a unique friendship between two people who had nothing - and ultimately everything - in common.

Carol Wall, a white woman living in a lily-white neighborhood in Middle America, was at a crossroads in her life. Her children were grown; she had successfully overcome illness; her beloved parents were getting older. One day she notices a dark-skinned African man tending her neighbor's yard. His name is Giles Owita. He bags groceries at the supermarket. He comes from Kenya. And he's very good at gardening. Before long Giles is transforming not only Carol's yard, but her life. Though they are seemingly quite different, a caring bond grows between them. But they both hold long-buried secrets that, when revealed, will cement their friendship forever.

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A beautifully written book which I thoroughly enjoyed. It was emotional and uplifting and I would recommend it to others.(Read more)

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Feng Shui for Gardens: How to Improve the Environment Around Your Home with Auspicious Garden Design (Complete Illustrated Guide)

Feng Shui for Gardens: How to Improve the Environment Around Your Home with Auspicious Garden Design (Complete Illustrated Guide)

About the Author As one of world’s leading exponents of Feng Shui, Lillian Too’s in-depth knowledge, acquired from great masters throughout the East, spans over 26 years.

Retired from a lucrative career in the banking and corporate world at the age of 45, Lillian Too is living proof that feng shui works.

She says she owes her incredible luck and many successes in her career and business activities to her in depth knowledge of Feng Shui which she has been applying to every aspect of her life.



In this text, Lillian Too turns her attention to the garden or plot of land immediately around the home. She gives guidelines on how best to plan and landscape a garden using water, trees, various plants and architectural aspects so a beautiful, relaxing and positive environment may be created.

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I fould this book easy to work with the format is well laid out and the photographs add texture and interest. For anyone interested in Feng Shui for the home this book makes it an easy transition out into the garden.(Read more)

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The Vegetable Gardener's Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem

The Vegetable Gardener's Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem

Review Shein does an excellent job of explaining the concept of Permaculture. " The book gives gardeners a wide variety of tools to begin to use the principles and techniques of this ancient yet cutting-edge technology.

"Publishers Weekly " Along with detailed plans and lavish illustrations, Shein s straightforward, practical guide describes techniques and deciphers terminology to encourage gardening practices built on principles of caring for the planet and sharing its bounty, whether one is feeding a family or a village.

"Booklist" Gardeners who are interested in experimenting with the permaculture approach to growing edibles would do well to use this book as a guide.

"American Gardener" Straightforward and engaging. . . . the book clearly outlines the steps you can choose to incorporate [permaculture] into your home landscape. "Garden Therapy" Shein does an excellent job of explaining the concept of permaculture. "The Gardener" The range of content in the book defines what permaculture is, how to apply these ideas in gardens, and ways to connect with community using a permaculture focus.

"PLACE" Shein offers plenty of color photos, diagrams and plans for turning a backyard garden into an edible ecosystem. "SF Gate" I didn t read this book so much as devour it, and few books in recent years have inspired me more to continue my efforts to turn what little yard I have into an edible landscape.

"East Oregonian" If this is your first exposure to Permaculture: buy this book. If you know permaculture and want a way to share it with someone else. . . . pick up a copy, it s the right place for them, or you to start. "The Permaculture Podcast" I love this book because not only does it get into the philosophy behind permaculture, it gives you examples of permaculture and the knowledge to design a permaculture system to fit your space and needs.

"Fruhlingskabine Micro-Farm" " The book gives gardeners a wide variety of tools to begin to use the principles and techniques of this ancient yet cutting-edge technology.

Publishers Weekly Along with detailed plans and lavish illustrations, Shein s straightforward, practical guide describes techniques and deciphers terminology to encourage gardening practices built on principles of caring for the planet and sharing its bounty, whether one is feeding a family or a village.

Booklist Gardeners who are interested in experimenting with the permaculture approach to growing edibles would do well to use this book as a guide.

American Gardener Straightforward and engaging. . . . the book clearly outlines the steps you can choose to incorporate [permaculture] into your home landscape. Garden Therapy Shein does an excellent job of explaining the concept of permaculture. The Gardener The range of content in the book defines what permaculture is, how to apply these ideas in gardens, and ways to connect with community using a permaculture focus.

PLACE Shein offers plenty of color photos, diagrams and plans for turning a backyard garden into an edible ecosystem. SF Gate I didn t read this book so much as devour it, and few books in recent years have inspired me more to continue my efforts to turn what little yard I have into an edible landscape.

East Oregonian If this is your first exposure to Permaculture: buy this book. If you know permaculture and want a way to share it with someone else. . . . pick up a copy, it s the right place for them, or you to start. The Permaculture Podcast I love this book because not only does it get into the philosophy behind permaculture, it gives you examples of permaculture and the knowledge to design a permaculture system to fit your space and needs.

Fruhlingskabine Micro-Farm ""The book gives gardeners a wide variety of tools to begin to use the principles and techniques of this 'ancient yet cutting-edge technology.

'" --Publishers Weekly "Along with detailed plans and lavish illustrations, Shein's straightforward, practical guide describes techniques and deciphers terminology to encourage gardening practices built on principles of caring for the planet and sharing its bounty, whether one is feeding a family or a village.

" --Booklist "Gardeners who are interested in experimenting with the permaculture approach to growing edibles would do well to use this book as a guide.

" --American Gardener "Straightforward and engaging. . . . the book clearly outlines the steps you can choose to incorporate [permaculture] into your home landscape." --Garden Therapy "Shein does an excellent job of explaining the concept of permaculture." --The Gardener "The range of content in the book defines what permaculture is, how to apply these ideas in gardens, and ways to connect with community using a permaculture focus.

" --PLACE "Shein offers plenty of color photos, diagrams and plans for turning a backyard garden into an edible ecosystem.

" --SF Gate "I didn't read this book so much as devour it, and few books in recent years have inspired me more to continue my efforts to turn what little yard I have into an edible landscape.

" --East Oregonian "If this is your first exposure to Permaculture: buy this book. If you know permaculture and want a way to share it with someone else. . . . pick up a copy, it's the right place for them, or you to start." --The Permaculture Podcast "I love this book because not only does it get into the philosophy behind permaculture, it gives you examples of permaculture and the knowledge to design a permaculture system to fit your space and needs.

" --Fruhlingskabine Micro-Farm From the Back Cover "Chris Shein captures the essence of permaculture practice for any landscape and any gardener.

This book will be a classroom and garden staple." --Claudia Joseph, director of environmental education for The Old Stone House, Brooklyn, New York Grow your own food forest--Take your organic gardening to the next level by learning the low-maintenance secrets of permaculture.

These tried-and-true methods teach gardeners of every skill level--with any size space--how to live in harmony with both nature and neighbors to create an abundant harvest.

Permaculture expert Christopher Shein shows you how to build an edible ecosystem--a thriving food forest--in your own backyard with the least possible expenditure of time, effort, and the earth's resources.

By updating ancient techniques from cultures around the world, Shein takes you step-by-step through the process of designing your ideal edible garden with the most productive fruits and vegetables so that you have enough food to feed your own family and to share with your friends.

This inspiring, easy-to-follow, information-packed, practical guide will help you transform your garden and nurture the earth for years to come.

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Once a fringe topic, permaculture is moving to the mainstream as gardeners who are ready to take their organic gardening to the next level are discovering the wisdom of a simple system that emphasizes the idea that by taking care of the earth, the earth takes care of you.

This book teaches gardeners of every skill -- with any size space -- how to live in harmony with both nature and neighbours to produce and share an abundant food supply with minimal effort.

Permaculture teacher Christopher Shein highlights everything you need to know to start living off the land lightly, including how to create rich, healthy, and low-cost soil, blend a functional food garden and decorative landscape, share the bounty with others, and much more.

This inspiring, easy-to-follow, information-packed, practical guide will help you transform your garden into a resource that feeds you for years to come.

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I am designing a permaculture allotment and bought this book sometime ago. I've done a PDC but not done much designing. It is reviving everythign for me and enthusing me anew. I love it.. I love everything about it. it really covers permaculture simply and so many examples, tips etc.. great illustrations, A must for everyone wanting to design a permaculture style garden..(Read more)

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Why Can't My Garden Look Like That ?: Proven, Easy Ways To Make a Beautiful Garden

Why Can't My Garden Look Like That ?: Proven, Easy Ways To Make a Beautiful Garden

Review Shortland blossoms with enthusiasm, prompting the process of creating, then maintaining, a garden. Deceptively simple ideas that could help generate your own dream garden. (The Lady)It holds your hand right through the process of creating a garden that even the Joneses will drool over. (Four Shires)There are some real gems to be taken from it. (English Garden)This is a straightforward, easy-to-follow manual for gardening which, although aimed at the wider public, still contains pearls of wisdom of use to more experienced and professional gardeners.

(The Professional Gardener)Why Can't My Garden Look Like That? is full of good tips on how to improve your garden so that it looks good right through the year.

(Constance Craig Smith Daily Mail)Practical and creative ways of making your garden stunning. (Bee Craft) Book Description Proven, easy ways to make a beautiful garden of your own See all

How many times when we are visiting gardens, or thumbing through a glossy magazine, do we look at our own garden with mixed feelings of disappointment and despair, and exclaim 'Why can`t my garden look like that?'.

The simple answer is `it can`. This book demonstrates just how easy it is to make adjustments to what is already there to make your garden stunning, whatever its size.

Whether it's an issue with design, plant selection or pruning - or even lack of time - simple solutions are described in clear, jargon-free language that will appeal both to the complete novice and those with more experience.

Written in an informal, easy-to-read style this book will enable everyone to have a garden they can be proud of.

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This is a very informative easy read and contains sound advice for novice or experienced gardeners - something for everyone whether a keen gardener or a newcomer to the discipline. I wish I had read it a few years ago when I embarked on making a new garden.there are several ideas I could have used if I had known about them.We await the sequel with baited breath!(Read more)

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The Pinball Effect: How Renaissance Water Gardens Made the Carburetor Possible - and Other Journeys by James Burke (1997-12-23)

The Pinball Effect: How Renaissance Water Gardens Made the Carburetor Possible - and Other Journeys by James Burke (1997-12-23)

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Of course, everyone knows before we start this book that everything is connected in several ways to everything else. The Real skill is in finding these connections and telling about them in an interesting way. Well James Burke as editor, does this with great skill. I first read the book straight through. Then I came back and read with the hyper-links. Sure enough, you get different perspectives. Then you add the links that he did not think of. I am ready for the next book.By the way, James Burke was not the first to think this way. You should really read "The Ascent of Man" by Jacob Bronowski. It was used as a Humanities course in a local joiner collage.(Read more)

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How to Get Planning Permission

How to Get Planning Permission

Review This book provides a no-nonsense guide to obtaining and renewing planning permission. With clear explanations, step-by-step instructions and sample documents it delivers exactly what the title says. --Jason Orme, Editor, Homebuilding & Renovating magazineModern planning is an extremely complex area, and anyone who is serious about building their own home should invest in this book to maximise the chance of building what they want, not to mention being forewarned about any nasty surprises.

An essential read for all prospective builders. --Duncan Hayes, Editor Build It magazineThis book is the distillation of years of experience in gaining planning consent for clients.

It describes simply and accurately when you need planning permission and how to obtain it. A must have for selfbuilders and extenders. --Ross Stoke Editor, Selfbuild & Design magazineModern planning is an extremely complex area, and anyone who is serious about building their own home should invest in this book to maximise the chance of building what they want, not to mention being forewarned about any nasty surprises.

An essential read for all prospective builders. --Duncan Hayes, Editor Build It magazineThis book is the distillation of years of experience in gaining planning consent for clients.

It describes simply and accurately when you need planning permission and how to obtain it. A must have for selfbuilders and extenders. --Ross Stoke Editor, Selfbuild & Design magazineModern planning is an extremely complex area, and anyone who is serious about building their own home should invest in this book to maximise the chance of building what they want, not to mention being forewarned about any nasty surprises.

An essential read for all prospective builders. --Duncan Hayes, Editor Build It magazineThis book is the distillation of years of experience in gaining planning consent for clients.

It describes simply and accurately when you need planning permission and how to obtain it. A must have for selfbuilders and extenders. --Ross Stoke Editor, Selfbuild & Design magazine About the Author Roy Speer and Michael Dade are consultants, writers and speakers on planning and land matters.

Both are Chartered Planning and Development Surveyors with degrees in Estate Management. They run their own specialist town and country planning practice, Speer Dade Planning Consultants, carrying out a wide range of work throughout the country for their book readers, individuals, builders/developers, landowners, businesses and other organisations.



Step-by-step guide to the planning process. Now in its fourth edition. Ideal for planning permission for conversions, extensions, improvements and newbuilds. Includes: How to dramatically improve your chance of success How to make the application How to overcome objects and refusals How to make an appeal if you've already been turned down Includes process flow chart Fully illustrated with examples of forms and letters Jargon free and easy to follow

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I found the book to be full of very useful information. It allowed me to communicate to the local authority from an informed position. This made the process much easier than it may have otherwise been. I would recommend this book to any layperson in need of planning permission.(Read more)

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How to Design and Build Your Garden Railroad

How to Design and Build Your Garden Railroad

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As a beginner in Garden Railroad design, I was looking for ideas but nothing too technical. This book has it all. The book is suitable for all Garden Railroaders, with beautiful illustrations, lots of useful information, great ideas for bridges and buildings and most importantly an enjoyable easy read. I even went on to buy the authors video - Crystal Springs Garden Railway Tour!(Read more)

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Cool Flowers: How to Grow and Enjoy Long-Blooming Hardy Annual Flowers Using Cool Weather Techniques

Cool Flowers: How to Grow and Enjoy Long-Blooming Hardy Annual Flowers Using Cool Weather Techniques

Review Every flower gardener needs this book! Lisa Ziegler s Cool Flowers brings to flower gardening a brand new point of view that introduced me to all sorts of possibilities for my floral palette as a gardener and floral designer.

Her valuable tips for success with hardy annuals will extend your garden s blooming season, no matter where you live. If you want to make the most of all seasons in your garden, Cool Flowers is a must-have.--Debra Prinzing "DebraPrinzing.com """I recommend picking up a copy of Cool Flowers for some inspiring ideas to grow hardy annuals in the cold months of gardening.

"--Helen Yoest "Gardening with Confidence "Who knew growing your favorite old-fashioned hardy annual flowers was so easy? Over the years, flower farmer Lisa Ziegler has figured it out and shares her success.

If you love to grow your own flowers, this book will change your gardening forever. - Saxon Holt, garden photographer, Photo BotanicKnowledge is the key to success, and Cool Flowers is here to help. Finally, here is an easy-to-understand book that explains the difference between hardy and tender annuals (known as half-hardy in the UK) and demystifies the selection and cultivation process.

Whether you seek a cutting garden to fill in gaps while shrubs and perennials mature, or simply want to grow easy-care flowers - this is the book you have been waiting for.

- Karen Chapman, owner of Le Jardinet and co-author of Fine FoliageWhere was this book when I began gardening? Goodness knows, I needed help choosing the best annuals for my garden.

Being a flower farmer, Lisa Ziegler knows her hardy annuals, those that can survive winter temperatures and light up the border in spring, and the ones that still perk up the garden come the 4th of July.

- Dee Nash, author of The 20-30 Something Garden GuideIn user-friendly prose, Lisa Ziegler fills a niche too long neglected.

.. how to grow tough annuals that actually enjoy coloring those challenging gaps between seasons. Follow her sage advice in Cool Flowers for glorious blooms, just when the neighbors are dreading their garden's gray winter snooze or last wilting days of summer.

- Linda Yang, author of The City Gardener's HandbookCool Flowers is well... really cool. We are all so intent on keeping flowers blooming through the summer and fall that we forget that fall, winter and early spring plantings produce cut flower gardens like none other.

Lisa tells us when, where and how to plant, as well as her recommendations for the best flowers for successful cut flowers. Her writing is practical and credible. Give it a read - you will be glad you did. - Dr. Allan M. Armitage, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture, University of Georgia, Athens; author of Armitage's Garden Perennials, co-founder, Association of Specialty Cut Flower GrowersLisa Ziegler takes cut-flower farming to a new level - showcasing her passion for organic gardening and inspiring home gardeners to embrace environmentally friendly living.

Her farm is as picturesque as it is productive; its a gardening landmark in southeastern Virginia. Her new book now allows gardeners everywhere to share in its beauty and purpose. - Kathy Van Mullekom, author of the nationally published gardening column "Diggin' In""Now that I know Ziegler's secret to success, perhaps I can find uses for all of those seeds I've purchased over the years but, for fear of failure, never started.

"--Jean Starr "Petal Talk "Cool Flowers is a lovely, compact book dedicated to the art of growing cut-flowers.--Kathy Jentz "Washington Gardener Magazine "Cool Flowers offers many creative insights for those who can take advantage of seasonal cool months for maximum spring results.

--Diane Donovan "Donovan Literary Services " About the Author Lisa Mason Zeigler is an author, speaker, and renowned expert on cut-flower gardening.

Lisa started flower farming in 1998 and she now produces over 15,000 stems a week From April through October from her one-and-a-half acre organic cutting gardens.

The flowers from her farm, The Gardener s Workshop Cut-Flower Farm, are popular among florists and upscale grocery stores and Garden Share members in the Virginia area.

Her seed catalog has 20,000 subscribers. The Gardener's Workshop website is a resource and teaching center for flower gardeners."

Everyone longs for fragrant early spring blossoms Snapdragons, Bells of Ireland, Sweet Peas, Sweet Williams and other beauties. But few grow them successfully in their own gardens because they haven t learned the simple cool-weather techniques that make it possible.

Expert flower grower Lisa Zeigler profiles 30 long-blooming stars of the spring garden, the "hardy annuals" that thrive when they are planted during cool conditions (instead of waiting until the warmth of spring and losing much of the season).

Give them a cool start, plant them in the right spot at the right time, and stand back. In no time at all you ll have a low-maintenance, vibrant spring flower garden that keeps on blooming when the "tender annuals" are dead and gone.

Beautifully photographed and filled with simple steps to success."

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This is a really excellent book, very clearly written and helpful and I love the way she interweaves the 'how to' with her own personal story of starting up a flower farm. As someone who is just starting out in flower farming I've found it so helpful. I think this would be a great book also for those wanting to just grow their own flowers in their gardens. The how-to advice on starting annuals in the autumn so that you have a great, strong spring and early summer crop is invaluable.(Read more)

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Moth Orchids: The Complete Guide to Phalaenopsis

Moth Orchids: The Complete Guide to Phalaenopsis

Review ." . . easy to follow directions. . . This well-illustrated book features 365 color photos and 204 pages of useful moth orchid information." -- Robert Haehle "South Florida Sun-Sentinel""The writing is lucid and easy to read and understand, and the book brings together an enormous amount of scattered information.

It will be a useful addition to any general orchid library. . . It is a good introduction to these popular plants. . ." -- Harold Koopowitz "Orchid Digest""Full of gorgeous photos of an array of colorful flowers, this book is a how-to with practical advice and step-by-step instructions for gardeners as well as a detailed look at species and hybrids.

""Recommended for all orchid people, beginner and experienced, and all public libraries." -- Jenny Seftas "Library Journal"The writing is lucid and easy to read and understand, and the book brings together an enormous amount of scattered information.

It will be a useful addition to any general orchid library. . . It is a good introduction to these popular plants. . . --Harold Koopowitz "Orchid Digest "". . . easy to follow directions. . . This well-illustrated book features 365 color photos and 204 pages of useful moth orchid information. --Jenny Seftas "Library Journal "" Recommended for all orchid people, beginner and experienced, and all public libraries. --Harold Koopowitz "Orchid Digest """This is a very good horticultural guide which we can recommend highly."Recommended for all orchid people, beginner and experienced, and all public libraries. Library Journal This is a very good horticultural guide which we can recommend highly. Plant Science Bulletin Full of gorgeous photos of an array of colorful flowers, this book is a how-to with practical advice and step-by-step instructions for gardeners as well as a detailed look at species and hybrids.

Deseret News Easy-to-follow directions. . . .This well-illustrated book features 365 photos and 204 pages of useful moth orchid information. South Florida Sun-Sentinel If you are a novice orchid lover, this book will arm you with all the knowledge you need to enjoy these magnificent blossoms in your home.

If you are a phalaenopsis fanatic, you ll be thrilled to see just how exciting the world of moth orchids has become. Hobby Greenhouse The writing is lucid and easy to read and understand, and the book brings together an enormous amount of scattered information.

It will be a useful addition to any general orchid library. . . . A good introduction to these popular plants. Orchid Digest ""Recommended for all orchid people, beginner and experienced, and all public libraries." --Library Journal "This is a very good horticultural guide which we can recommend highly." --Plant Science Bulletin "Full of gorgeous photos of an array of colorful flowers, this book is a how-to with practical advice and step-by-step instructions for gardeners as well as a detailed look at species and hybrids.

" --Deseret News "Easy-to-follow directions. . . . This well-illustrated book features 365 photos and 204 pages of useful moth orchid information." --South Florida Sun-Sentinel "If you are a novice orchid lover, this book will arm you with all the knowledge you need to enjoy these magnificent blossoms in your home.

If you are a phalaenopsis fanatic, you'll be thrilled to see just how exciting the world of moth orchids has become." --Hobby Greenhouse "The writing is lucid and easy to read and understand, and the book brings together an enormous amount of scattered information.

It will be a useful addition to any general orchid library. . . . A good introduction to these popular plants." --Orchid Digest About the Author Steven A. Frowine is a professional horticulturist, a consultant to the green industry, an avid gardener, and an active garden writer and speaker.

He has tended orchids at the National Tropical Botanical Garden in Hawaii and at Missouri Botanical Garden, where he managed one of the largest orchid collections in the United States over 10,000 plants.

A passionate grower of orchids for almost 40 years, Steven's basement is filled with stands of plants under grow lights. Steven has written for several publications including Fine Gardening, American Nurseryman, Nursery Business, and National Gardening, and has written weekly gardening columns for the Pittsburgh Post and the St.

Louis Post-Dispatch. In addition, Steven has appeared on national television talk shows, including Martha Stewart Living, Good Morning America, Today Show, Victory Garden, and CBS Morning News.

A much sought-after speaker, Steven is noted for his thorough knowledge of his subjects, a keen sense of humor, and excellent photography.

He has given over 500 lectures and workshops, and has been a judge at most of the major U.S. flower shows. He is a board member of the National Gardening Association and has also served on the boards of the Garden Writers of America and the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta.

Though he has a special love for orchids and other tropical plants, Steven is interested in many facets of horticulture

With their refined beauty and elegant flower form, moth orchids (members of the genus Phalaenopsis) are often referred to as the basic black of the orchid world.

In fact, moth orchids are the most popular orchids in the world, accounting for a staggering 75 percent of all orchid plant sales.

More than merely beautiful, they are also among the easiest orchids to grow, whether in greenhouses, on windowsills, or under artificial lights, and the individual flowers can last for up to three months in pristine form.

These appealing traits make moth orchids the first choice of every orchid fancier, from rank beginners to dyed-in-the-wool fanatics.

Most flower lovers are familiar with the elegant white, pink, and striped hybrids, but a revolution in phalaenopsis breeding has resulted in an entirely new, diverse, and wonderful array of flower colors and patterns previously unimaginable.

Professional horticulturist and orchid expert Steven A. Frowine, author of Miniature Orchids (Timber Press, 2007), focuses on these new stars while also providing a detailed look at the classic hybrids and species.

Readers will be enticed by the book's 365 lavish color photographs and gratified by the wealth of practical advice on selecting and buying moth orchids.

Most importantly, Frowine shares his secrets on how these glorious plants can be grown to perfection, with recommendations about light levels, potting media, watering, and feeding.

Especially useful are his clearly illustrated step-by-step directions on how to repot, trim, and propagate moth orchids. If you're a novice orchid lover, this book will arm you with all the knowledge you need to enjoy moth orchids' magnificent blossoms in your home.

If you're a phalaenopsis fanatic, you'll be thrilled to see just how exciting the world of moth orchids has become.

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The Resilient Garden: Planning and Planting for Unpredictable Weather: How to Cope with the Changing Weather

The Resilient Garden: Planning and Planting for Unpredictable Weather: How to Cope with the Changing Weather

Review 'This book is beautifully illustrated and contains a lot of advice on planning and structure.' --Image Interiors About the Author Marylyn Abbott is acknowledged as one of the world's greatest garden creators - BBC2's Gardeners' World made an exclusive programme about her work (2001) and she lectures throughout the world.

Marylyn has created Australia's most visited garden at Kennerton Green, and for the last decade has been re-creating the gardens of West Green in Hampshire, now open to the public and awarded a two-star rating by The Garden Guide.



Weather patterns are changing - earlier springs, record summer temperatures and erratic rainfall. And even when it is raining, we still have to be aware of conserving water. From her gardens in the dry heat of Australia and the wet of Hampshire, Marylyn Abbott has learnt about plant behavior in these conditions and divulges her knowledge in this aptly timed book.

She focuses on the dry gardens that work and why, how to create illusions of water, how to care for dry climate plants, and create the right conditions (including mulches to conserve water, plant groupings, preparation of plants) and drainage for the times when it suddenly pours and pours.

Together with a list of beautiful plants that will 'weather well', this is both a practical and inspirational read.

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well worth buying for the serious gardener, well presented with good advice. Very good photographs, advice can be adapted for the smaller garden.(Read more)

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Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters

Writing Short Films: Structure and Content for Screenwriters

From the Publisher Learn screenplay writing for shorter filmsWriting a good screenplay, short or long, is a difficult job, and Writing Short Films offers readers the essential requirements necessary to make their writing crisp, sharp and compelling.

Citing numerous examples from short films as well as feature films, Cowgill teaches strategies to keep a short film on track and writer's block at bay.

For more information, visit the Lone Eagle Web Site at http://www.loneeagle.com About the Author Linda J. Cowgill teaches at the Los Angeles Film School and Loyola Marymount University. Her books "Secrets of Screenplay Structure" and "Writing Short Films" are used in writing programs across the country. She lives in Los Angeles.

This new edition has been completely updated and revised along with the addition of several new chapters. Currently, this title remains the best selling university text book on writing short film screenplays.

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Really enjoyed this book. Yes it is a bit formulaic at times but the way its written and the extra exercises etc bring life to the subject.(Read more)

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Going Green Using Diatomaceous Earth: How-To Tips: An Easy Guide Book Using a Safer Alternative, Natural Mineral Insecticide: For Homes, Gardens, Anim

Going Green Using Diatomaceous Earth: How-To Tips: An Easy Guide Book Using a Safer Alternative, Natural Mineral Insecticide: For Homes, Gardens, Anim

About the Author Tui Rose, as a concerned mother and registered nurse interested in family and pet health and environmental safety, could not find a book anywhere in the USA or western world on the safer alternative Diatomaceous Earth for consumer usage.

So Tui decided she must write one herself and fill the literary void. She spent 15 years researching and writing to eventually produce this useful guidebook with the shared help of hands-on skilled and knowledgeable users in their various fields—harvesting nearly 50 years of their personal experiences and expertise.

As a result, this practical resource book is the first of its kind for consumers on the topic of Diatomaceous Earth.

All the things consumers can do with Diatomaceous Earth: Over 101 easy ways to “go green” with this amazing food grade Diatomaceous Earth (DE) that originates from ancient fossilized algae provided by Mother Nature.

* Safer natural insecticide for homes, gardens, animals, birds, barns, farms, kennels, grains, crops, schools, parks, etc. * Learn what DE is, where it comes from, & how to use it. * Learn tools, application methods & recipes for applying DE. * Learn how to read labels correctly to choose the right kind of DE. * Learn how to identify and distinguish from unsuitable industrial filtering grades. * Learn about health risks linked to toxic chemical pesticides. * Discover eco-stories & anecdotal comments from all kinds of successful users of DE. * Find healthier & more contented birds & animals: DE rids fleas, ticks, lice & parasites. * Use DE as an animal feed additive for improved nutrition & health. * Use DE in animal feed as an anti-caking agent for anti-clumping, easy flow & mixing. * Use DE as a deodorizer on manure for drier mangers, barns, & stables for less flies. * Use DE as a soil amender for clay soils for more porosity & supply 14 trace minerals. * Use DE for protecting & storing grains & seeds. * Use DE to clean up oil spills. * Use DE to clean & polish tarnished silver & copper. * Use DE to dry leaves & flowers for arrangements. * Use DE as a non-scratching soft scrub. * Use DE to remove light scratches from vehicles. * Use DE as a deodorizer in shoes, kitty litter, refrigerator, vacuum bags & garbage cans, etc.

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This was very informative for the use of Diatomaceous Earth. Have started using some recommendations and will use more as time goes by.(Read more)

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Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre

Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family’s food on just a quarter acre—and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require.

Even if you have never been a farmer or a gardener, this book covers everything you need to know to get started: buying and saving seeds, starting seedlings, establishing raised beds, soil fertility practices, composting, dealing with pest and disease problems, crop rotation, farm planning, and much more.

Because self-suf?ciency is the objective, subjects such as raising backyard chickens and home canning are also covered along with numerous methods for keeping costs down and production high.

Materials, tools, and techniques are detailed with photographs, tables, diagrams, and illustrations.

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Excellent - all you need know know, including good stuff on preservation(Read more)

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The Salad Garden

The Salad Garden

Review 'Gain the benefit of her comprehensive advice in the revised version of her must have book' (Country Living) About the Author Joy Larkcom is one of Britain's most respected vegetable garden makers and gardening writers.

She has contributed to many magazines and newspapers, radio and TV programmes and has lectured all over the world. Her accolades include the Garden Writer of the Year award (three times); Lifetime Achievement Award from the Garden Writers' Guild in 2003, and the Veitch Memorial Medal for horticulture, the RHS's highest honour, in 1993.

She was chosen as one of photographer Nancy Honey’s 100 Leading Ladies – a project exhibiting some of the most influential women in Britain.

Her other titles for Frances Lincoln are Oriental Vegetables (ISBN 9780711236128), Grow Your Own Vegetables (ISBN 9780711219632) and The Organic Salad Garden (ISBN 9780711222045).



A guide to growing more than 200 salad plants,The Salad Garden covers all you need to know, from site preparation to harvesting, detailing special planting techniques, advice on the best varieties (for growing and for flavour) and plenty of tips and tricks for bountiful crops.

Joy Larkcom also shows you how to create a beautiful potager garden, with tips such as training tomatoes up attractive spiral supports, planting for theatrical height and edible seed pods.

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How to Make a Wildflower Meadow: Tried-And-Tested Techniques That Really Work

How to Make a Wildflower Meadow: Tried-And-Tested Techniques That Really Work

Review Look at James Hewetson-Brown's How to Make a Wildflower Meadow, which is a good down-to-earth mix of information and examples, including meadow turf and green roofs.

--Stephen Anderton, The TimesJames Hewetson-Brown knows how to make wildflower meadows Ð his turf was used for the London Olympics and several Chelsea Flower Show gardens.

In the most comprehensive guide to creating a meadow I've ever seen, he discusses the pros and cons of using seed, the merits of adding annuals and how to keep the display going for as long as possible.

His book leaves us with no excuses not to try creating meadows of our own. --Kate Bradbury, BBC Wildlife MagazineFor those who want to create meadows on a larger scale, new British publisher Filbert has just released How to Make a Wildflower Meadow, by James Hewetson-Brown.

This is a comprehensive guide to making and maintaining all kinds of meadows, with extensive advice, and more than two dozen case studies.

These include wildlife meadows, wildflower roofs, community schemes and the meadow stage-set created for Danny Boyle's 2012 Olympics opening ceremony.

--Jane Powers, The Irish Times About the Author James Hewetson-Brown was an arable farmer before he diversified into making wildflower turf products for gardeners and garden design professionals.

His pragmatic approach to making meadows which brings quick, reliable results has been adopted by leading garden designers.

Flowering meadows are appealing to gardeners and valuable for wildlife, but they can be difficult to establish. This book will change all that with its pragmatic yet eco-friendly advice. Gardeners and landscape professionals alike will relish James Hewetson-Brown's common sense approach. There is no need to be an expert on habitat planting or plant ecology just follow the step-by-step techniques. Using seed, plug plants, bulbs, and roll-out turf, you can establish meadow the same year you plant it. The book includes 30 case studies that describe successful meadow plantings alongside paths, utility areas, and ponds and in mixed borders, orchards, green roofs, sloping banks, and containers.

Interviews offer a fascinating insight into the the installation process and the pleasures of living with a wildflower meadow.

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Comprehensive coverage of subject with good pictures of the stages of wildflower field, meadow 'small area's development .(Read more)

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Start and Run a Gardening Business, 4th Edition: Practical advice and information on how to manage a profitable business

Start and Run a Gardening Business, 4th Edition: Practical advice and information on how to manage a profitable business

Review A remarkably practical and helpful guide... Every subject from your business plan to tax legislation is covered here in straightforward and encouraging terms making you realise just what is possible.

A life-changing book. (Permaculture Magazine)Excellent, down-to-earth advice and information on every aspect of the gardening business ...encouraging, supportive and very practical. (Herb)A practical and informative guide. (Royal Horticultural Society) Book Description You don't need pots of money to start your own gardening business. With this book and a willingness to learn, you could soon be enjoying a profitable and enormously satisfying career doing something you love.

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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 out; how to find work - and keep it; what services to offer; book-keeping for gardeners; planning the gardening year; how to get commercial contracts; providing estimates; the top ten most profitable gardening jobs.

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Good book but I would say better for a medium size company or landscaper rather than one man gardener starting out. Having said that it has some good resources. Not very helpful for working out hourly or job rates although he says this will come with experience, quoting wrong prices could be make or break for a single person starting out, I was expecting more advice in the book re working out a charging structure.On the whole a good interesting easy read.(Read more)

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ThePractical Encyclopedia of Garden Pests and Diseases An Illustrated Guide to Common Problems and How to Deal with Them Successfully by Mikolajski, Andrew ( Author ) ON Mar-19-2012, Paperback

ThePractical Encyclopedia of Garden Pests and Diseases An Illustrated Guide to Common Problems and How to Deal with Them Successfully by Mikolajski, Andrew ( Author ) ON Mar-19-2012, Paperback

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I have to learn but the book is very informative.(Read more)

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ThePractical Encyclopedia of Garden Pests and Diseases An Illustrated Guide to Common Problems and How to Deal with Them Successfully by Mikolajski, Andrew ( Author ) ON Mar-19-2012, Paperback

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How To Make A Japanese Garden: An Inspirational Visual Guide To A Classic Garden Style, Beautifully Illustrated With Over 80 Stunning Photographs by Charles Chesshire (2014-06-07)

How To Make A Japanese Garden: An Inspirational Visual Guide To A Classic Garden Style, Beautifully Illustrated With Over 80 Stunning Photographs by Charles Chesshire (2014-06-07)

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