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GARDENING SECTION |
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| RHS
Encyclopaedia of Gardening |
Bob
Flowerdew's Organic Bible |
 This
reference book gives photographic explanations of every gardening technique
and has more than 500 separate step-by-step sequences. Written by a team
of international experts over three years, its range and depth illustrates
authoritative and up-to-date practical gardening skills from simple to advanced.
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 Bob
Flowerdew is a well-known gardening writer and broadcaster in the UK and
an authority on organic gardening. He believes in working with nature in
the garden and growing plants successfully by giving them the conditions
they need. |
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| Gardening
Under Plastic |
1001
Hints & Tips for the Garden |
 This
text offers information on gardening in polytunnels and cloches - the low
cost alternative to greenhouses. Practical information is included on the
construction or purchase of polytunnels, methods of cultivation, and problems
from pests and diseases that may strike beneath the plastic. |
 An
A-Z of practical ideas, suggestions and useful information made accessible
for gardeners of all abilities, including tips from experts, both amateur
and professional. |
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| 1001
Pelargoniums |
200
Tips for Gardening in the Shade |
 This
guide to pelargoniums shows the vast range of commercially availa ble cultivars,
species and varieties. Not only is the appearance of the plants examined,
there are also details of their cultivation requirements. |
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| Accessible
Gardening for People with... |
Alexander
Pope : The Poet and the... |
 Janeen
Adil's book is an excellent source for those persons with disabilities and/or
those who live or assist persons with special needs. This book's methods
can be used both in a private home setting or in an institution's horticultural
therapy program. |
 This
work provides a look at Pope's relationship with the leading garden makers
of his time. Forever planning and plotting for his own grotto and for his
modest five acres in Twickenham, his ideas were also sought at many of the
great estates. |
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| All
About Compost |
Aloe
Vera |
 Learn
how to save money, help the environment and enrich even the smallest garden
by recycling household and garden waste. There is plenty of practical advice
on how to create a rich, fertile soil for growing healthy, beautiful fruit,
vegetables and flowers |
 Discusses
the biological properties of aloe vera, explaining its power to heal the
human body, and traces the ways the plant has been used throughout history.
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| Ann
Lovejoy's Organic Garden Design... |
"Gardeners'
World" Garden Lover's Guide... |
 The
author, a frequent contributor to Horticulture magazine and an expert in
organic gardening, shares her natural gardening secrets in this beautifully
illustrated coffee table book that discusses the art of organic garden design,
cultivation, plant selection, and more. |
 "A
unique and fascinating treasure trove of the best of British gardening "
--Alan Titchmarsh |
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| Bob
Flowerdew's Complete Book of... |
The
Complete Book of Plant Propagation |
 This
work on companion gardening - the technique of using the beneficial effects
that plants growing in close proximity have on each other - is full of imaginative
ideas and practical tips. Growing chives in the rose garden will help the
roses resist blackspot and increase their perfume. |
 In
this reference work, aimed at beginners and experienced gardeners alike,
12 horticulturalists reveal the secrets of plant propagation, showing how
simple and satisfying it can be. All the major techniques are described
for each plant type and a dictionary section discusses individual plants.
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| "Gardeners'
World" Complete Book of... |
Matthew
Biggs's Complete Book of... |
 A
comprehensive manual compiled by the BBC-TV presenter of "Gardeners'
World", Alan Titchmarsh. He covers basics such as tools, soil improvement
and creating features; trees, shrubs and flowers; planting styles; and a
gardening calendar; all aimed at meeting the needs of the home gardener.
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 In
this comprehensive sourcebook, Matthew Biggs shares his extensive knowledge
on vegetables common, garden and otherwise, introducing the gardener to
new possibilities for the backyard, garden, glasshouse and kitchen. |
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| THE
GREENHOUSE SECTION |
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| The
Greenhouse Expert |
Greenhouse
Gardening |
 A
guide for anyone who owns or is considering buying a greenhouse. It gives
advice on the best kind of greenhouse to buy, which plants to choose, how
to care for them, how to control the environment, and includes descriptions
of the ten types of plants that can be grown in a greenhouse. |
 A
practical guide to planning, siting, building and making best use of a greenhouse.
It includes information on heat and ventilation, control of pests and diseases
and a season-by-season growing guide.
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| THE
HERB SECTION |
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| 101
Medicinal Herbs : An Illustrated... |
Jekka's
Complete Herb Book |
 Describes
the history, traditional and current uses, preparations, typical dosages,
and potential side effects of various herbs. |
 Jekka
McVicar has spent over twenty years growing herbs. She knows from experience
which herbs will grow, and grow well; and which will succeed when grown
at home. Her practical knowledge as a herb farmer is second to none, and
is constantly increasing as new varities come on the market, or as she experiments
with improved species. |
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| Growing
and Selling Fresh-Cut Herbs... |
The
Apothecary's Garden |
 A
guide for starting a herb business that offers growing and harvesting information
with advice for starting and maintaining a profitable company. |
 A
guide to growing herbs for health, this book contains an A-Z of over 80
herbs, demonstrating methods of cultivation and medicinal uses. Remedies
include: infusions, decoctions, tinctures, compresses, poultices, inhalations
and eye baths. A glossary of herb and seed suppliers is also provided. |
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Every
aspect of growing, identifying, harvesting, preserving, and using over 500
species of herbs is provided in this compendium. Home gardeners, commercial
horticulturists, and academics will benefit from the vast knowledge and
the 165 meticulous botanical drawings in this text.