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The Adventurous Gardener (Horticulture Garden Classics Ser.)
Par Christopher Lloyd. 1998
'The best informed, liveliest and most innovative gardening writer of our times' GUARDIAN'Christopher Lloyd ranks with Gertrude Jekyll and Vita…
Sackville-West as one of the major figures in twentieth-century British gardening' THE TIMESIn this gardening classic the forever adventurous Christopher Lloyd takes us on a tour through the garden, to encourage, to reveal and to overturn the old and accepted when experience prompts him. He advises on cuttings, pruning, the art of compromise and takes another look at Miss Jekyll. Gardening was a passion, and throughout his life he developed Great Dixter to be one of Britain's greatest gardens. For Christo gardening is nothing if not fun and - pointing out that 'to be roused into an argumentative frame of mind is in itself no bad thing' - he makes it equally stimulating and enjoyable for his readers.The Garden on Holly Street Part One: Spring Seedlings
Par Megan Attley. 2019
Part One of the new feel-good series about finding your soulmates and your place in the world for fans of…
Cathy Bramley, Holly Hepburn, Heidi Swain and Kirsty Greenwood. Meet the neighbours of Willow Court . . .Newly single Abby has just moved in after finding an explicit message on her boyfriend's phone that was definitely not from her. Then, when she thought things couldn't possibly get any worse, she loses her job. Having been in a relationship for so many of her thirty-six years, she feels utterly helpless and in need of something - but she has no idea what that could be. Seven-year-old Ernie spends much of his day playing Zombies in the communal gardens. It's more a demolition site than a flowerbed, but he loves it out there. It helps him forget that his mum isn't around and that his dad is away so much with work. Lucky for them both, Ernie and Abby are about to become good friends. But only after they have run-ins with Arthur. The old man likes his quiet and is a stickler for routine. He's been that way since his treasured wife, Julia, died a year ago. Although Arthur isn't aware of it, he's slowly pulled away from life and everything he ever loved about it - what's the point, anyway, without Julia by his side? And that eyesore of a garden reminds him every day of losing her . . .All three are lonely, all three are lost. But with a little nurturing, can they find their way back to happiness?A Rage for Rock Gardening: The Story of Reginald Farrer, Gardener, Writer and Plant Collector
Par Nicola Shulman. 2002
A new edition of Nicola Shulman's miniature masterpiece about the life of gardener Reginald Farrer A hundred years ago, there…
was a revolution in British gardening, as the garden changed from being a diversion of dukes to the hobby of millions. Few figures were more prominent in this renaissance than Reginald Farrer, whose passion for alpines, the most demanding of plants, would inspire generations with a love of flowers. He was the man who put a rockery in every back garden. Tormented by physical and emotional misfortune, Farrer was one of those 'born to endless night'. Yet in the realm of horticulture his many faults were turned to advantages, and he became one of the great plant-hunters, collecting new species from the mountains of Tibet and China. Through the influence of his extraordinary books, Farrer did for English gardening what, half a century later, Elizabeth David would do for its cookery, changing everything forever.The Clean Freak Manifesto: The Germaphobe's Guide to Sanitizing Everything in Your Home
Par Tara D. Garner. 2021
Go beyond sparkling clean for a safe sparkling clean!Tara D. Garner's The Clean Freak Manifesto covers everything you need to…
know in order to keep your entire home truly sanitized and healthy amid the ever-changing world of viruses and bacteria. So stop panic-cleaning with bleach when someone suddenly gets sick or the headlines discover a new health threat. Instead, get prepared now with sensible steps that will work hard for your household all year round.- Discover the hot spots where germs lurk—so you can target your efforts- Understand the difference between cleaning and disinfecting—and the common mistakes that leave us unprotected- Get cleaning secrets for tough places—from electronics to the laundry room- Find shortcuts and natural cleaners that give you options to meet your needs- Stay protected on the go and keep germs from entering your home with sanitizing strategies for the workplace, errands, takeout and deliveries, and travel- Save money with easy DIY disinfecting solutions and tips for buying the most effective commercial cleanersWith The Clean Freak Manifesto you’ll feel smart, prepared, and safe as your germ anxiety eases and you take control!Indoor Bonsai
Par Paul Lesniewicz. 2021
"Excellent guide...with specifics on individual plants." - The New York Times.A bonsai is a miniature tree. Grown in a shallow…
dish, it resembles larger trees in all respects except size, and lives to an equally old age.The conventional bonsai requires a site in the open air where the plant is exposed to the sun, wind and rain in order to develop and remain healthy. In this book, however, Paul Lesniewicz looks at those species that can successfully be kept indoors all year round. He explores a vast variety of bonsai trees, including mini versions, which are only 3-6 inches tall, for those who are really lacking in space.Indoor Bonsai includes sections such as choosing a plant or growing it from seed, planting, general care, pests and diseases, shaping, wiring and pruning, and many other aspects, all explained in simple and straightforward terms. Advice is accompanied by step-by-step illustrations and spectacular colour photography throughout, to help you choose and care for your bonsai tree.Paul's guidance is not a one-size-fits-all approach; his sensible and easy-to-follow advice will help each gardener to create their own individual work of art.The Bonsai Bible: The definitive guide to choosing and growing bonsai
Par Peter Chan. 2014
The Japanese and Chinese have been creating bonsai trees for centuries and it is now an internationally popular pastime. This…
compact and stylish guide will provide everything you need to know to grow bonsai successfully, including shaping with wires, watering, seasonal maintenance, tackling common ailments, choosing the right container, feeding and repotting. A directory of over 90 of the most popular species, illustrated with beautiful photographs, will enable you to find the tree that is right for you.The New Kitchen Garden: How to Grow Some of What You Eat No Matter Where You Live
Par Mark Diacono. 2015
Whether you are taking your first steps in growing some of what you eat, or experienced and looking for inspiration,…
ideas and some new plants to grow, The New Kitchen Garden is for you. Inspired by a range of gardeners growing food on allotments, on rooftops, in container gardens and in other edible spaces, many of them urban, Mark shows you the full exciting breadth of what a kitchen garden can be. Whether you have a window sill, space for a few plants by the back door, an allotment or an acre, you'll find a series of invitations to grow any of almost 200 fruits, nuts, herbs, spices, flowers and vegetables to suit your space, time and inclination. Everything is here - the tools, the techniques, the ideas and the knowledge - to enable you to realise that vision of your own kitchen garden, wherever you live. There's also a dozen incredible edible gardens - a rooftop food forest, a courtyard of metre-square raised beds, Charles Dowding's no-dig garden, a child's container garden and Raymond Blanc's heritage garden at Le Manoir among them - their gates flung open by the gardeners to reveal their methods, ideas and techniques, with plans, key plants and photography to accompany. Mark Diacono - who was head of the gardening team at Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's River Cottage - captures the spirit of adventure and imagination of those growing food in the twenty-first century. He takes ideas from gardens around the world, including that of his own home, Otter Farm in Devon, with its unique blend of orchards, vineyards, forest gardens, edible hedges, perennial garden and veg patch.No matter whether you have space for a collection of pots or a small farm at your disposal, The New Kitchen Garden will show you how to create the most incredible edible garden you can.The Herb Bible: The definitive guide to choosing and growing herbs
Par Dr Stefan Buczacki. 2015
Discover more than 130 herbs in this authoritative and attractive reference book by horticultural expert Stefan Buczacki. There is at-a-glance…
information on a wide range of herbs with advice on how to grow them and their best uses - both culinary and ornamental. Designing and planning a herb garden is also considered, with advice on site, soil and style.RHS Grow for Flavour: Tips & tricks to supercharge the flavour of homegrown harvests
Par James Wong, The Royal Horticultural Society. 2015
Use James Wong's revolutionary tips and tricks to grow:- Tomatoes that are 1.5 times sweeter than usual, with 50% more…
vitamin C- Chillis with double the fire power- Blueberries that are 3 times richer in antioxidants... and that's only the beginning!Have you ever grown a batch of lovingly nurtured tomatoes only to be disappointed by the flavour when you harvest them? Bestselling gardening writer and botanist James Wong shows you how to measurably increase the flavour of grow-your-own favourites such as sweetcorn, strawberries and tomatoes with a collection of deceptively simple tips and tricks.Simply by growing the best-flavoured varieties and treating them just a bit meaner, you will not only get harvests with an intense flavour - but also slash the work involved. Combining cutting-edge science with overlooked traditional techniques, this ground-breaking book helps you to make the most of your crop, while at the same time revealing exciting new foodie varieties you never knew you could grow. James also provides 40 really simple recipes for delicious ways to eat what you've grown.Kew on a Plate with Raymond Blanc
Par Raymond Blanc, Royal Botanic Kew. 2015
The best dish on Raymond's menu, according to Raymond, is the 'one that's in season'.In this unique TV series and…
book, Raymond Blanc and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew have created a stunning Kitchen Garden at Kew to showcase the heritage and botany of our favourite plants as well as uncover their growing and cooking secrets.We'll explore how these plants arrived in the UK, brought back by intrepid plant hunters, how they flourished and how they spread to become part of our everyday meals. The Kew gardeners offer their tips and expertise in growing this produce, from carrots to potatoes, rhubarb and gooseberries, apples and peas.And interwoven with these stories will be Raymond's Blanc's detailed tasting notes and 40 mouth-watering recipes. Raymond's unparalleled expertise is drawn from three decades of experience in his own restaurant kitchen garden. He brings with him a lifetime's passion about fruit and veg, knowing exactly which apple is the perfect variety for his Tarte Tartin and which potato makes the perfect Sunday roast. With a wealth of stunning historical illustrations, woodcuts and images as well as beautiful recipe photography, this will be a book to treasure for life.Hog: Proper pork recipes from the snout to the squeak
Par Richard H. Turner. 2015
'If you're after advice on what to do with any cut you can think of, look no further.'The Caterer 'Hog…
is a bible for pork fans everywhere...the book celebrates the versatility, appeal and - most importantly - the taste of the pig.'Great British FoodHog is a celebration of all things pig - from breeds and rearing, to butchering and preparing, with techniques, features and more than 150 recipes for nose to tail eating. The comprehensive range of dishes includes hams, bacon, sausages, charcuterie, pates, confits, roasts, grills, hotpots, ragouts, pies, casseroles, scratchings, crackling, trotters and much more - with a foreword from Josh Ozersky and guest contributions from a range of British, American and International chefs and cooks including Diana Henry, Meredith Erickson, Judy Joo, Valentine Warner, Neil Rankin, Mitch Tonks, Fergus Henderson and Aaron Franklin.RHS The Urban Gardener
Par Matt James. 2014
Garden designer, lecturer and broadcaster Matt James explores how to design an urban outdoor space, no matter the size or…
location - from balconies and roof terraces to courtyards, basement areas and front gardens, factoring in areas for relaxation, play and growing your own produce.There are 16 step-by-step projects including creating a 'living' green wall, planting under mature trees and making a gravel garden and 13 case studies showing great design in action, with examples from Tom Stuart-Smith, Charlotte Rowe and Christopher Bradley-Hole. Award-winning photographer Marianne Majerus provides the visual inspiration.Top 10 for Men: over 200 more manly lists! (Top 10)
Par Nick Harper. 2013
You're a man. You love facts. Facts amuse you. The more trivial the better.The most important things in the world…
- sport, cars, gadgets, beer, meat - come together in this unbeatable collection of lists to feed your manly desire for knowledge and trivia. Discover vital facts and stats on the world's fastest cars, deadliest weapons, shortest football players and strongest drinks, and then wow everyone you know with your findings.The Well-Tempered Garden: A New Edition Of The Gardening Classic
Par Christopher Lloyd. 2001
A timeless gardening classic by Christopher Lloyd, one of Britain's most highly respected plantsmen, updated for the 21st century. With…
a new foreword by Anna Pavord.This is a classic work by a gardener who combines a passionate love of his subject with a critical intelligence and a good helping of wit. THE WELL-TEMPERED GARDEN is packed with the sort of information keen gardeners crave - from planting, weeding and the pleasures of propagation to annuals, water lilies and vegetables. Hailed as a masterpiece when it was first published, THE WELL-TEMPERED GARDEN is as fresh, enlightening and necessary for gardeners in the 21st century as it was when it first appeared more than 40 years ago.The Little Book of Moon Magic: Working with the power of the lunar cycles
Par Sarah Bartlett. 2020
Connect with the magic and mystique of the moon's powerThe Little Book of Moon Magic will show you how to…
maximise potent lunar energy at the most auspicious times, to make your life what you truly want it to be. From wishing on the new moon and manifesting success, to knowing when to attract new romance, this guide reveals how to go with the flow of the moon to bring you the happiness you seek. This book also reveals how to track and utilise astrological lunar cycles throughout the year for self-improvement, work with moon goddess rituals for positive empowerment, as well as discover how your moon-sign determines your moods, comfort zones, emotional needs, and so much more. This is a book for all those wishing to deepen their connection with nature and take their spiritual practice to a new level.Off Grid Life: Your Ideal Home in the Middle of Nowhere
Par Foster Huntington. 2020
Bestselling Van Life author Foster Huntington shares his experiences - as well as others - living by his own rules…
in this aspirational book filled with awe-inspiring photographs of unique homes in unexpected places.After spending three years on the road living in a camper van, Foster Huntington continued his unconventional lifestyle by building a two-story treehouse. Foster, like many others, are finding freedom, tranquility, and adventure in living off the grid in unconventional homes.Perfect for fans of Van Life and Cabin Porn and those who yearn for a simpler existence, Off Grid Life showcases unique dwellings from all around the world. Organized into sections like tree houses, tiny houses, shipping containers, yurts, boathouses, barns, vans, and more, the 250 aspirational photographs feature enviable settings like stunning beaches, dramatic mountains and picturesque forests. Also included are images of fully designed interiors with kitchens and sleeping quarters as well as interviews with solo dwellers, couples, and families who are living lives off the beaten path.Plain Simple Useful: The Essence of Conran Style
Par Sir Terence Conran. 2020
'A handsome yet joyful manual for easy, stylish living.' - Architectural DigestTerence Conran always believed that objects - and surroundings…
- that are plain, simple and useful are the key to easy living. By being practical and performing well over time, they are as much the antidote to superficial styling as they are to the shoddy and second-rate. Applied to the home as a whole, this discerning approach results in interiors that are effortlessly stylish, confident and timeless, with plenty of room for the expression of personal taste. Plain Simple Useful is organized according to the main activities that take place at home. Inspirational interiors, many of which were Conran's own, provide all the guidance you need to tailor-make your own storage. The book also features iconic examples of classic designs that will enhance any home, as well as a peek behind the closed doors of those well-ordered cupboards, larders and other stowing spaces that contribute so much to easy living.This updated edition of the book features a new chapter on plain, simple, useful style outdoors with elegant contemporary ideas for eating and relaxing spaces outside.Money Spells: Manifest Wealth, Attract Prosperity, & Create Abundance (Spells)
Par Skye Alexander. 2021
You deserve abundance in your life—and Money Spells can help you manifest it.Whether you&’re looking to reframe how you think…
about money, increase your salary, pay bills, or earn some extra money on the side, magick gives you the power to manifest those goals and create change in your life. With a section introducing basic spellcasting techniques, and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, this collection of 45 spells for wealth and prosperity has everything you need to get started creating more value in your life. Spells include: -Use a Crystal to Invite Abundance -Spark Creative Ideas to Sell -Earn a Raise -Say Goodbye to Debt -Carry a Money Talisman -Manifest Special Indulgences -And more!Tarot & Tequila: A Tarot Guide with Cocktails (Sugar Skull Tarot Series)
Par David A Ross. 2021
Embrace the magic of tarot and perfectly match the cards with mixed drinks in this beautifully illustrated bar book.&“Don&’t take…
advice from tequila, that&’s the tarot&’s job.&” Tarot & Tequila is a positive and spiritually uplifting guide that includes both basic and humorous tequila-inspired meanings of all 78 tarot cards that both beginners and experienced tarot card readers will relate to. Featuring 40 cocktail recipes—one for each Major Arcana card plus bonus Minor Arcana drinks, too—based on the attributes of the cards themselves, as well as a mystical pairing that explains why professional tarot card reader David Ross chose to pair each card to their respective drink, this magical mixology book can be used as both a guide and a recipe book. Try drinks like: -The High Priestess, an elixir of tequila, lemon juice, thyme, and seltzer -The Chariot, a tequila version of a Moscow Mule, with lemon, beet, and apple juices -The Four of Wands, a positive concoction of rum, homemade fennel liqueur, and more Perfect for fans of drinking, bartending, and tarot alike, this beautifully illustrated book makes both a perfect gift and a must-have addition to any home bar.Play and the City: How to Create Places and Spaces To Help Us Thrive
Par Alex Bonham. 2021
Play is essential, for children but also adults. It's how we relax and revitalise ourselves, build and maintain friendships, try…
new things, learn and innovate.Cities have always been sites of play, bringing people together and pushing the boundaries of what is humanly possible. And now we need our cities to encourage and facilitate play of all kinds more than ever. If we want a world for our children to play in, we need to have a go at doing things differently. A city that is enjoyable to live in - that provides welcoming spaces, plentiful resources, and an attitude of 'yes, you can' - is a playful city. A city that is good for eight-year-olds as well as eighty-year-olds is a city that's good for all of us. By looking at how different cities across space and time have sought to encourage and facilitate play, Bonham shows us how to conceptualise our own contemporary city as a game, and encourages us to become participants rather than spectators.Play the city! Get involved, make a difference and help to bring your city back to life. There is help here to identify opportunities, build a team of friends and allies, take part - and win! It's time to make your move.