Download or read book Gardening Basics For Canadians For Dummies written by Liz Primeau and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-08-26 with total page 615 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardening Basics For Canadians For Dummies has been revised to help the beginner gardener get started, providing all the information you'll need on flowers beds and borders, trees, shrubs, and lawns to landscape your property. It also includes step-by-step plans for organic and edible gardens, specific regional gardens, and butterfly and children's gardens. The book gives helpful tips controlling pests safely, managing weeds, and correcting common gardening problems. In addition, Gardening Basics For Canadians For Dummies also covers all the new tools and additives available to make gardening easier. With information about what plants grow best in our country's diverse regions, and helpful Canadian resources that help readers find everything they need to get gardening, this book is essential reading for any Canadian with a green thumb.
Download or read book Gardening Basics For Dummies written by Steven A. Frowine and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-23 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant the garden of your dreams! Even if you’ve never sowed a seed nor pulled a weed, Gardening Basics For Dummies contains everything you need to know about flowers, beds, borders, trees, shrubs, and lawns to create your own private paradise. This friendly and informative guide also covers all of the tools and additives available to make gardening easier. You’ll discover: Clear definitions and descriptions of the different types of plants Tips on choosing the type of garden you want How to create a garden plan Easy-to-follow instructions for soil preparation Advice on planting, growing and caring for annuals and perennials Step-by-step plans for organic and edible gardens Plans for butterfly and children's gardens Packed with helpful tips on controlling pests safely, managing weeds, and correcting common gardening problems, Gardening for Dummies turns your brown thumb green in a hurry.
Download or read book Gardening Basics For Canadians For Dummies written by Steven A. Frowine and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gardening For Canadians For Dummies written by Liz Primeau and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 2003-04-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes updated hardiness zone map, colour photos, and more! Your green-thumb guide to gardening in Canada. Brimming with suggestions for hardy perennials and stunning annuals, plus the real scoop on bulbs, Gardening For Canadians For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the ideal resource for every Canadian gardener. This friendly guide, complete with over a hundred illustrations, a garden planner, and a section on art in your garden, will show you how to roll up your sleeves and make the garden of your dreams a reality.
Download or read book Guide to Canadian Vegetable Gardening written by Douglas Green and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2022-03-29 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vegetable gardening in Canada is made easier with gardening expert Douglas Green’s simple, commonsense approach. With his sense of humor and encouraging voice, Doug shows you all the insider how-to and when-to information; helpful planting, harvesting, and organic problem-solving tips; and advice on growing vegetables in limited space. Doug’s personal recommendations of more than 50 proven vegetables and herbs make this the must-have resource for anyone interested in growing vegetables in Canada. You’ll learn to grow healthy, abundant asparagus, broccoli, cucumber, kale, lettuce, pepper, summer squash, tomato, watermelon, winter squash, arugula, chives, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and much more. Find within: Full-color photos Canadian zone maps and what they mean Tips for extending the growing season Advice on compost and improving soil quality How and when to water Container gardening tips Dealing with common Canadian pests, like deer and raccoons Shade gardening tricks Timing charts for sowing and harvesting With the Guide to Canadian Vegetable Gardening, you will be on your way to eating healthier, saving money, and having fun doing it!
Download or read book The Canadian Gardener written by Marjorie Harris and published by Random House Canada. This book was released on 1990 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Canadian Gardener is a must for anyone gardening in Canada. Filled with beautiful colour photographs and a wealth of practical information, "The Canadian Gardener is both the perfect inspiration and gift for hands-on gardeners and garden-lovers alike, certain to go from the coffee table to the garden and back again. "The Canadian Gardener is a comprehensive guidebook for both the expert and beginning gardener, filled with indispensable gardening tips, design suggestions, plant listings, zone guides and solutions to many gardening problems. There are 208 pages of stunning, full-colour photographs from Canadian gardens. Taken especially for this book, these beautiful pictures feature gardens from across the country, and illustrate the practical advice given in the text. A special section of the book discusses Canada's different hardiness zones, indicating what plants can survive under certain light and temperature conditions. "The Canadian Gardener also encourages the Canadian gardeners to consider the microclimates which exist in his or her own garden, created by such things as soil, prevailing winds, sunlight, and the size and number of trees. Marjorie Harris and photographer Tim Saunders criss-crossed the country taking hundreds of pictures and talking to dozens of Canadian gardeners about their ideas, problems, solutions and gardening advice.
Download or read book Gardening Basics For Dummies written by Steven A. Frowine and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cultivate your passion to grow In a 1625 essay, Francis Bacon called gardens "the purest of human pleasures," and what was true then is even more so today—gardening can give you a serene refuge from the short-lived (and noisy!) distractions of modern life and a fertile basis for satisfaction that will bear fruit long into the future. To help you get started on your own leafy paradise, the new edition of Gardening Basics For Dummies grounds you thoroughly in the fundamentals of soil, flowers, trees, and lawns—and helps you get to know the names of what you're planting along the way! In a friendly, straightforward style, professional horticulturist Steven A. Frowine distills 50 years of gardening experience to show you how to start growing your expertise—from planning out your own mini-Eden and planting your first annuals, bulbs, and perennials through to laying the perfect lawn, raising tasty crops, and even introducing fish to your landscape! He also digs into the grubbier side of horticultural life, making sure you're as prepared as any seasoned farmer to deal with pests, weeds, and other challenges the earth will throw up at you. Create your ideal garden plan Become an expert on common flora with definitions and descriptions Know how to look after your soil Get creative with butterfly and children's gardens Whether you're beginning with a tiny garden in a box, or beautifying your property with tree-lined groves and flowery bowers, this is the ideal introduction to the intense pleasure of gardening and will make you happy to reap what you’ve sown!
Download or read book GrowVeg written by Benedict Vanheems and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For anyone who has ever wanted to tend a little piece of ground but wasn’t sure where to begin, GrowVeg offers simple recipes for gardening projects that are both attainable and beautiful. Benedict Vanheems, editor of the popular website GrowVeg.com, guides aspiring green thumbs to success from the start, no matter what size gardening space you have. Get recommendations for veggie varieties for your first edible garden, plant a miniature orchard, and grow an edible archway, or keep your efforts contained by cultivating a rustic crate of herbs on a sunny balcony, a crop of carrots in a basket, or nutritious and delicious sprouts in a jar on the kitchen counter. The beginner-friendly instructions and step-by-step photography detail more than 30 approachable, small-scale gardening projects that will inspire and empower you to get growing!
Download or read book Gardening All in One For Dummies written by National Gardening Association and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-08 with total page 744 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "God almighty first planted a garden: and, indeed, it is the purest of human pleasures." --Sir Francis Bacon National surveys show that gardening has become the most popular, least exclusive hobby nationwide. From the balconies of Manhattan to the patios of Malibu to the backyards of Chicago, anybody with a few square feet of earth is doing their best to make their little corner of the world more gracious and beautiful. And the best thing is, you really don't have to be born with a green thumb to give life to a glorious garden. Anybody can do it with a little coaching. Which is where Gardening All-in-One For Dummies comes in. Puzzled by pruning? Baffled by bulbs? Can't tell a hosta from a hyacinth? Don’t worry! This all-in-one reference delivers the know-how you need to transform your little patch of the outdoors into a blooming paradise. Drawing upon the expertise of the National Gardening Association, it gets you up to speed on: Basic gardening skills—from understanding your microclimate to using gardening tools to managing pests and common plant diseases How to design, plan and build a garden landscape that reflects your unique sense of style Selecting, planting and maintaining stunning roses Building a raised bed for your perennials and making them bloom in any climate Choose, grow and maintain annuals From amaryllis to spider dahlias to wood tulips—coaxing beauty from homely bulbs Enjoying nature’s bounty by growing you own vegetables and herbs A veritable encyclopedia of gardening, this Gardening All-in-One For Dummies is an indispensable resource for novices and experienced gardeners alike. It brings together between the covers of a single volume seven great books covering: Gardening Basics Garden Design Roses Perennials Annuals Bulbs Vegetables and Herbs Your one-step guide to a beautiful garden, Gardening All-in-One For Dummies shows you how to experience the “purest of human pleasures” in your own backyard.
Download or read book Gaia s Garden written by Toby Hemenway and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extensively revised and expanded edition broadens the reach and depth of the permaculture approach for urban and suburban gardeners. The text's message is that working with nature, not against it, results in more beautiful, abundant, and forgiving gardens.
Download or read book Gardening for Dummies written by Storey Publishing and published by Storey Books. This book was released on 1997-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Canadian Garden written by Mrs. Annie L. Jack and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Exchange Traded Funds For Canadians For Dummies written by Russell Wild and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fast and easy way for Canadians to understand and invest in ETFs Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are an increasingly popular part of the investing landscape, being less volatile than individual stocks, cheaper than most mutual funds, and subject to minimal taxation. But how do you use this financial product to diversify your investments in today's ever-changing market? Exchange-Traded Funds For Canadians For Dummies shows you in plain English how to weigh your options and pick the ETF that's right for you. It tells Canadian investors everything you need to know about building a lean, mean portfolio and optimizing your profits. Plus, the book covers all of the newest ETF products, providers, and strategies, as well as Commodity ETFs, Style ETFs, Country ETFs, and Inverse ETFs. The only book on the market catering specifically to Canadian investors Perfect for investors who want to fill in the blanks in their portfolio, adding ETFs to stocks and other common investment products Gives Canadian investors the tools they need to make informed and profitable investments in ETFs that are right for their portfolios The book also includes straightforward answers to commonly asked questions about ETFs and advice on how to avoid mistakes that many investors—even experienced ones—make. It provides forecasts of the future for ETFs and personal spending and also provides a complete list of ETFs and Web resources to assist your investing. With Exchange-Traded Funds For Canadians For Dummies, you'll learn how to incorporate ETFs into your investment strategy to produce reliable growth.
Download or read book The Canadian Illustrated Guide to Green Gardening written by Reader's Digest and published by Readers Digest. This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the ultimate guide to all-natural, all-organic gardening! Everyone’s favorite gardening resource is now completely revised! Enjoy 12 new sections, hundreds of new plant introductions, eco-friendly techniques, over 3,300 full-color illustrations, and more. Bursting with easy solutions, fast fixes, foolproof disease and pest-control techniques, garden planning ideas and handy growing tips, it’s easy to enjoy a greener, cleaner garden!
Download or read book Gardening Basics For Dummies Mini Edition written by Steven A. Frowine and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-10 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your green-thumb guide to planning, planting, and cultivating a garden With some basic knowledge, the right tools, and a little work, anyone can transform a boring old yard into a beautiful garden. This friendly guide tells you how. From improving your soil to selecting plants and caring for them, you get just the information you need to start playing in the dirt. Open the book and find: The differences between annuals and perennials and how to care for each How to feed, water, and mulch plants The best ways to plant and maintain healthy vegetables Successful ways to start a garden from seeds
Download or read book Vegetable Gardening For Dummies written by Charlie Nardozzi and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-08-11 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hands-on guide to the ins and outs of raising and using vegetables Want to grow your own vegetables? You can do it the fun and easy way with this practical guide. From selecting the right spot to preparing the soil to harvesting, Vegetable Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows you how to successfully raise vegetables regardless of the size of your plot or your dietary needs. You'll discover how to plot your garden and get the soil in tip-top shape; select the types of vegetables you want to grow; plant the seeds properly; and care for them as they grow. You'll also know the right time to pick your vegetables and the best ways to enjoy them. Plus, you'll get tips on preserving foods grown at home. Expert advice on planting, caring for, harvesting, and enjoying the fruits of your own vegetable garden Features environmentally friendly ways to combat pests in your garden Charlie Nardozzi is senior horticulturist and spokesperson for the National Gardening Association; he's also been the gardening expert on such programs as HGTV's Today at Home and Way to Grow and the Discovery Channel's Home Matters Whether you have a green thumb or you've never grown a plant before, Vegetable Gardening For Dummies, 2nd Edition has all the information you need to create a healthy garden.
Download or read book Gardening For Dummies Pocket Edition written by Steven A. Frowine and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-03 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Put down roots with the basics of gardening! Don't know your Hosta undulata from your Bellis perennis? Leaf through this fun and easy reference to learn all about gardening! First, find your gardening style and plan the garden you want while staying within a budget, then check out explanations of all those mysterious zones. Still curious? Grab all the right gear and pick out the right plants for you. You'll be growing your own annuals, perennials, and vegetables before you can say Lychnis coronaria! Open the book and find: Guidance on planning your garden Explanations of hardiness and frost zones Descriptions of proper gear The differences between annuals and perennials Tips for growing vegetables Information on what you need to keep your plants happy
