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The Rancho Gordo Heirloom Bean Grower's Guide: Steve Sando's 50 Favorite Varieties
Par Steve Sando. 2011
Steve Sando founded Rancho Gordo with the simple idea that saving our New World foods is a critical pursuit …
and his passion for heirloom beans has made his business a huge success Sando s beans are sought after by famous chefs like Thomas Keller Vallarta is his favorite and he s frequently profiled in publications such as Bon Appetit Saveur and the New York Times In The Rancho Gordo Heirloom Bean Grower s Guide Sando invites the gardener and home cook to share his passion profiling the fifty best beans to grow cook and save From the silky flavor of Good Mother Stallard to the buttery Runner Cannellinis the most delicious varieties are presented in these pages along with growing tips flavor notes stories of their heritage and beautiful photographs that showcase the unique beauty of each bean In reintroducing the best of the New World heirloom beans Sando has created a sensation and food-lovers everywhere will relish transforming this humble staple into a celebrated delicacyThinking about the Torah: A Philosopher Reads the Bible (JPS Essential Judaism)
Par Kenneth Seeskin. 2016
The Bible is an enduring source of inspiration for the human heart and mind and readers of Thinking about…
the Torah will be rewarded with an enhanced understanding of this great work s deeper meanings Drawing on Western philosophy and particularly Jewish philosophy Kenneth Seeskin delves into ten core biblical verses and the powerful ideas that emerge from them He speaks to readers on every page and invites conversation about topics central to human existence how finite beings can relate to the infinite what love is the role of ethics in religion and the meaning of holiness Seeskin raises questions we all ask and responds to them with curiosity and compassion weaving into his own perceptive commentary insights from great Jewish thinkers such as Maimonides Spinoza Buber Rosenzweig and Levinas as well as Plato Aristotle Augustine Luther Kant and Kierkegaard The Bible is concerned with how we think as well as how we follow the commandments rituals and customs Seeskin inspires us to read the Torah with an open mind and think about the lessons it teaches usContemporary Color in the Landscape: Top Designers, Inspiring Ideas, New Combinations
Par Andrew Wilson. 2011
Color is the first and most important design choice a garden designer makes Over the past decade landscape…
architects and garden designers have moved away from the more sedate shades commonly found in traditional gardens and have used plants and hardscape to experiment with explosions of color From the layered and textural colors of Piet Oudolf to the high contrast colors of Tom Stuart Smith this increased focus on color is a trademark of today s leading designers Contemporary Color in the Landscape explores the whole spectrum of color how we perceive and respond to color how to design with color how to manipulate contrast and create intensity with saturation how to maximize impact by minimizing color how to find your own personal color combinations and how color is viewed in nature In gorgeous color-drenched photos Andrew Wilson showcases the work of leading garden designers as inspiring examples of the way color is used Innovative gardens from all over the world help the reader visualize the core color lessons throughout the book Supported by more than 300 stunning photographs Contemporary Color in the Landscape integrates cutting-edge designers their landscapes color theory new design ideas and gorgeous photography into one inspirational instructional and must-have guide for design professionalsThe Well-Tended Perennial Garden: Planting & Pruning Techniques
Par Tracy DiSabato. 2017
With more than 180 000 copies sold since its original publication The Well-Tended Perennial Garden has proven itself to…
be one of the most useful tools a gardener can have Now in this expanded edition there s even more to learn from and enjoy This is the first and still the most thorough book to detail essential practices of perennial care such as deadheading pinching cutting back thinning disbudding and deadleafing all of which are thoroughly explained and illustrated More than 200 new color photographs have been added to this revised edition showing perennials in various border situations and providing images for each of the entries in the A-to-Z encyclopedia of important perennial species In addition there is a new 32-page journal section in which you can enter details notes and observations about the requirements and performance of perennials in your own garden Thousands of readers have commented that The Well-Tended Perennial Garden is one of the most useful and frequently consulted books in their gardening libraries This new expanded edition promises to be an even more effective ally in your quest to create a beautiful healthy well-maintained perennial gardenSublime Physick: Essays
Par Patrick Madden. 2016
A follow-up to Patrick Madden s award-winning debut this introspective and exuberant collection of essays is wide-ranging…
and wild following bifurcating paths of thought to surprising connections In Sublime Physick Madden seeks what is common and ennobling among seemingly disparate even divisive subjects ruminating on midlife time family forgiveness loss originality a Canadian rock band and much more discerning the ways in which the natural world fisica transcends and joins the realm of ideas sublime through the application of a meditative mind In twelve essays that straddle the classical and the contemporary Madden transmutes the ruder world into a finer one articulating with subtle humor and playfulness how science and experience abut and intersect with spirituality and everyday life For teachers who d like to adopt this book for their classes Madden has provided a number of helpful teaching resources including a 40-minute lecture on his writing process and writing prompts for each of the book s essays Access the free teaching resources Watch a book trailerDesigning with Grasses
Par Neil Lucas. 2011
Designing with Grasses shows gardeners not just what grasses are available but how to design with grasses in different…
settings including meadows lawns green roofs and more Design ideas are supported by carefully devised maintenance techniques design checklists that make designing achievable by gardeners of all ability levels and lists of grasses best for a variety of situations including low-maintenance drought-tolerant alternatives to the traditional lawn grasses and grasses suitable for green roofs and erosion control An encyclopedic A to Z of grasses includes profiles with information on growth and careSugar Snaps and Strawberries: Simple Solutions for Creating Your Own Small-Space Edible Garden
Par Andrea Bellamy, Jackie Connelly. 2011
Imagine savoring fresh-picked strawberries on a weekend morning, plucking plump figs from your mini-orchard to quarter and serve at a…
farm-to-table meal with friends, or harvesting and sautéing the edible stalks of garlic bulbs. If the size of your space is bringing you back to reality, here's the best part: you don't need a big backyard to grow your own food. In fact, you don't need a yard at all. Andrea Bellamy, founder of the acclaimed blog Heavy Petal, gives you the dirt on growing gorgeous organic food with very little square footage. Simple, straightforward, design and growing advice can help you transform just a snippet of space into a stylish and edible oasis. Bellamy goes beyond the surface and shows you how to create and maintain healthy soil, decide what and when to plant, sow seeds and harvest, and most importantly, enjoy the process. So go ahead, picture that tiny nook, corner, strip, porch, alley, balcony, or postage-stamp-sized yard overflowing with fingerling potatoes, fragrant herbs, sugar snap peas, French breakfast radishes, and scarlet runner beans. Armed with luscious photography, encouraging tips, and sophisticated designs, you're sure to be inspired to join the grow-your-own revolution.Designing with Succulents: 10th Anniversary Edition
Par Debra Lee Baldwin. 2007
Lavishly illustrated with over 300 photographs, Designing with Succulents gives design and cultivation basics for paths, borders, slopes, and containers;…
hundreds of succulent plant recommendations; and descriptions of 90 easy-care, drought-tolerant companion plants. Beginners and experienced designers, landscapers, and collectors alike will find what they need to visualize, create, and nurture the three-dimensional work of art that is the succulent garden.How the Government Got in Your Backyard: Superweeds, Frankenfoods, Lawn Wars, and the (Nonpartisan) Truth About Environmental Policies
Par Jeff Gillman, Eric Heberlig. 2011
Biotechnology the future or a genetic time bomb Renewable fuels the key to cleaner air…
or just corporate welfare Greenhouse gasses baking the earth to death or just a needless worry Plant patents improving gardens and farms or just profiteering When you stop to think about it the government has its hand in every important environmental issue And with the left and the right raucously disagreeing about whether the government s policies are for good or for evil it s impossible for a concerned citizen to know what to think How the Government Got in Your Backyard distills the science the politics and the unbiased nonpartisan truth behind hot-button environmental issues from pesticides to global warming By clearly representing what the left says what the right says what the science is and what the facts are Gillman and Heberlig don t set out to provide the answer they light the path so concerned citizens can uncover their own true and informed opinion In this season of political discontent the unbiased truth about environmental policies free of political agendas is as refreshing as it is fascinating How the Government Got in Your Backyard is not for Republicans or Democrats liberals or conservatives It s for anyone who is ready to get to the bottom lineThe Kitchen Gardener's Handbook
Par Jennifer Bartley. 2010
A mouthwatering picture book Toronto Tasting Notes No longer content with separating the…
plants they grow to eat and the plants they grow for beauty gardeners are discovering the pleasures of incorporating both edibles and ornamentals into their home landscapes The Kitchen Gardener s Handbook makes it easy Whether she s sharing tips on planting radishes in spring harvesting tomatoes in summer or pruning perennials in winter Bartley s friendly advice gives gardeners the tools they need to build and maintain a kitchen garden Readers will learn how to plant grow and harvest the best vegetables fruits greens and herbs for every season They ll also find seasonal recipes that celebrate the best of the harvest monthly garden chores eight sample garden designs and information on using cut flowers for decoration The Kitchen Gardener s Handbook is a guide for gardeners who want it all the freshness of fruits and vegetables and the beauty and simplicity of hand-picked bouquetsEssential Wines and Wineries of the Pacific Northwest: A Guide to the Wine Countries of Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Idaho
Par Andrea Johnson, Cole Danehower. 2010
Superbly balanced pinot noirs; crisp rieslings; rich, heady syrahs: these are only a fraction of the expertly crafted wines being…
produced in the Pacific Northwest's diverse and distinctive wine countries. Second only to California in production, the Pacific Northwest is the largest wine region in North America, home to more than 1,000 wineries. What was once a young wine-growing area with a reputation for eccentricity is today recognized as a dynamic region producing world-class wines, with a focus on ecologically sound practices.This definitive volume profiles the wines, the people who make them, and the wine countries of Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Idaho. The journey begins with the region's climates and geology, which create a fascinating tapestry of wine-growing areas. Next, the book focuses on the unique qualities of each wine region, with profiles of more than 160 representative wineries to visit. Included are legacy wineries that helped to build the region’s reputation, prestige wineries with a national presence, under-the-radar artisan wineries that embody the pioneering spirit of the Northwest, and promising new wineries. Each profile lists the winery's signature, premium, value, and estate wines.Beautifully illustrated with photographs and helpful maps, this in-depth guide is a milestone in the North American literature on wine. It will enable wine lovers everywhere to plan their touring, select their wines, and explore and discover the riches of the Northwest's wine country.The Book of Little Hostas: 200 Small, Very Small, and Mini Varieties
Par Kathy Guest Shadrack, Michael Shadrack. 2010
Hostas are irresistible. Their sculptural leaves and appealing textures make it difficult to stop at one, and it is easy…
to fill a garden with them. Help is at hand with this attractive guide to the popular new small hostas that take up less space and are ideally suited to container cultivation. They can be used on their own or with companion plants to make charming displays on the patio, porch, or even windowsill. Many small hostas are simply scaled-down versions of classic hostas, while others offer distinctly new attributes in terms of color, leaf shape, and patterning. Like full-size hostas, small hostas can be upright, flat, or cascading; there are varieties that are full of substance, and others that are fine and delicate; there are green ones, gold ones, blue ones, variegated ones, and splashed ones. Some are better garden plants than others, and a valuable function of this book is to showcase the very best of the new introductions. Photographs of the hostas in garden settings show how admirably they respond to imaginative display in a wide range of situations including waterside, woodland, and rock gardens. Beautifully illustrated and highly informative, this handpicked selection of diminutive hostas will inspire hobbyists and gardeners alike and provide inspiration for new planting schemes.Understanding Garden Design: The Complete Handbook for Aspiring Designers
Par Vanessa Gardner Nagel APLD. 2010
Designing a garden is a complex task Where do you start What kind of skills do you need…
What are the logical steps in creating a design How do you communicate your ideas to a client and how do you accommodate a client s requests while maintaining the integrity of the project The answers to these questions and many more can all be found in Understanding Garden Design Most books on garden design focus on only one or a few aspects of garden design choosing plants or creating a hardscape for example This comprehensive accessible book lays out the entire process from start to finish in clear precise language that avoids the pitfalls of designspeak In fact garden owners and clients of garden designers who want to understand more about the designer s craft will be able to profit from the book s lessons Among the many topics covered are how to document a site how to determine what a client needs and wants from the garden how to take architectural features into consideration how to think about circulation and lay out paths how to use basic design principles how to work with plants and how to create a final design Practical aspects are clearly laid out including working with contractors and staying on top of the various phases of construction This thorough handbook is profusely illustrated with helpful photographs and diagrams A particularly interesting tool is the hypothetical garden plan that appears in each chapter to show how to apply the topics at hand A practical logical approach to the planning design and installation of a garden this volume will be an invaluable resource for students landscape professionals and garden designersThe Green Roof Manual: A Professional Guide to Design, Installation, and Maintenance
Par Linda McIntyre, Edmund C. Snodgrass. 2010
Green roofs—the ultimate in sustainable building practices—continue to generate enormous interest and enthusiasm among architects, landscape designers, and urban planners.…
Increasingly strict stormwater regulations and the appeal of LEED-related projects have also boosted the popularity and desirability of green roofs. Those who want to build green roofs, however, have few resources to guide them. Until now, no book has taken a comprehensive look at how to effectively adapt green-roof technology to the variable and extreme North American climate, and how to design projects that will function and endure as successfully as those in Germany, Switzerland, and other European countries. This book fills the gap by providing an overview of practices and techniques that have been effective in North America. The authors offer options regarding structure, function, horticulture, and logistics, as well as surveys of actual projects and analyses of why they have or haven’t succeeded. Approachable and reader-friendly, the manual clearly explains how these complex systems function and how to plan and carry out projects successfully from concept through construction and maintenance. Ideally suited to professionals (including architects, landscape architects, engineers, and designers) and their clients, it brings together key lessons from leaders in the field. Numerous photographs highlight the range of design possibilities and show green roofs both during construction and at various stages of maturity. At last, those seeking basic information about how to design and build green roofs have a concise, authoritative guide to this exciting new technology.How to Grow a School Garden: A Complete Guide for Parents and Teachers (In The Barn Ser.)
Par Arden Bucklin, Rachel Pringle. 2010
A school garden is a tremendously valuable tool to help young people turn book knowledge into real experience This…
book is a must-have resource for anyone considering embarking on a youth gardening adventure Mike Metallo President National Gardening Association In this groundbreaking resource two school garden pioneers offer parents teachers and school administrators everything they need to know to build school gardens and to develop the programs that support them Today both schools and parents have a unique opportunity and an increasing responsibility to cultivate an awareness of our finite resources to reinforce values of environmental stewardship to help students understand concepts of nutrition and health and to connect children to the natural world What better way to do this than by engaging young people their families and teachers in the wondrous outdoor classroom that is their very own school garden It s all here developing the concept planning fund-raising organizing designing the space preparing the site working with parents and schools teaching in the garden planting harvesting and even cooking with kid-friendly recipes and year-round activities Packed with strategies to-do lists sample letters detailed lesson plans and tricks of the trade from decades of experience developing school garden programs for grades K 8 this hands-on approach will make school garden projects accessible inexpensive and sustainableGardening for a Lifetime: How to Garden Wiser as You Grow Older
Par Sydney Eddison. 2010
From the winner of the National Garden Club s Award of Excellence Although the garden may beckon as strongly as…
ever the tasks involved pulling weeds pushing wheelbarrows digging holes moving heavy pots become increasingly difficult or even impossible with advancing age But the idea of giving it up is unthinkable for most gardeners So what s the alternative In Gardening for a Lifetime Sydney Eddison draws on her own forty years of gardening to provide a practical and encouraging roadmap for scaling back while keeping up with the gardening activities that each gardener loves most Like replacing demanding plants like delphiniums with sturdy relatively carefree perennials like sedums rudbeckias and daylilies Or taking the leap and hiring help another pair of hands even for a few hours a week goes a long way toward getting a big job done This new edition features an additional chapter describing how Sydney s struggles with hip and back problems forced her to walk the walk As a friend of hers says Last summer you wrote the book Now I m happy to see that you ve read it Gentle personable and practical Gardening for a Lifetime will be welcomed by all gardeners looking to transform gardening from a list of daunting chores into the gratifying joyful activity it was meant to beBotany for Gardeners: Third Edition (Science For Gardeners Ser.)
Par Brian Capon. 2010
A bestseller since its debut in 1990, this indispensable and handy reference has now been expanded and updated to include…
an appendix on plant taxonomy and a comprehensive index. Two dozen new photos and illustrations make this new edition even richer with information. Its convenient paperback format makes it easy to carry and access, whether you are in or out of the garden. An essential overview of the science behind plants for beginning and advanced gardeners alike.Plant-Driven Design: Creating Gardens That Honor Plants, Place, and Spirit
Par Scott Ogden, Lauren Springer Ogden. 2008
For too long, garden design has given pride of place to architecture, artifice, and arbitrary principles. The results? Soulless landscapes…
where plants play subordinate roles.With passion and eloquence, Scott Ogden and Lauren Springer Ogden argue that only when plants are given the respect they deserve does a garden become emotionally resonant. Plant-Driven Design shows designers how to work more confidently with plants, and gives gardeners more confidence to design. The Ogdens boldly challenge design orthodoxy and current trends by examining how to marry plantsmanship and design without sacrificing one to the other.Supported by extensive lists of plants adapted to specific purposes and sites, Plant-Driven Design explores how plants interact with place. In addition, the authors' experience gardening and designing in a wide variety of climates gives their perspective a unique depth. In ideas, scope, and detail, this book both embraces and transcends regionality. By reclaiming gardens as a home to plants, this groundbreaking work will restore life-affirming vitality to garden design and profoundly affect how we understand and experience gardens.Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to Digital Techniques
Par Alan L. Detrick. 2008
Gardeners and nature lovers delight in taking pictures—especially close-ups of flowers, butterflies, and insects. And though advances in digital camera…
technology have made taking, storing, and sharing photos easier than ever, taking top-quality pictures requires familiarity with both digital technology and the general principles of photography. Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers provides exactly the information that aspiring photographers—no matter their level of skill—need to take their photos to the next level. Clear and concise chapters cover the basics of macro (close-up) photography, explain the features of current digital single-lens reflex cameras, show the many ways images can be composed, and share tips on digital effects, storage, and manipulation of imagery. Throughout the text, helpful tips, definitions, exercises, and case studies serve to demystify digital photography. Each lesson is supported by examples of the author's stunning photography. Whether taking photos of flowers and insects, compiling a photographic record of your garden, or simply sharing beautiful images with friends and family, everyone can become accomplished photographers of the world's small-scale wonders.Rhapsody in Green: The Garden Wit and Wisdom of Beverley Nichols
Par Beverley Nichols, Roy C. Dicks. 2009
Beverley Nichols (1898–1983) was a prolific author, playwright, composer, and media personality. Though much of his work has been forgotten,…
his garden writing has stood the test of time. His amusing anecdotes, poetic contemplations, and penetrating observations speak to all gardeners—from houseplant killers to nursery professionals—and capture the joy, heartache, and hilarity of gardening.Rhapsody in Green speaks to the true spirit of Beverley Nichols. Compiled by Roy C. Dicks and drawn from fifteen of his best titles, these carefully selected passages offer a tantalizing taste of Nichols's humor, passion, and poetry. Designed for easy browsing and casual reference, it is organized by subject, including favorite plants, despised plants, and the secrets to successful gardening. Readers will also delight in William McLaren's original line drawings spread throughout the text. A must-have for Nichols fans, gardeners, and plant lovers.