Download or read book Month By Month Gardening in Idaho written by John Cretti and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2008-02-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Month-By-Month series is the perfect companion to take the guesswork out of gardening. With this book, you'll know what to do each month to have gardening success all year. Written by authors in your state, the information is tailored to the issues that affect your garden the most. When is the best time to plant trees and shrubs? Should I fertilize my lawn now? Is it time to prune my roses? What should I be doing in my garden this month? You'll find the answers to these questions and much more inside. This easy-to-use book highlights each of the ten major plant categories using a monthly format. It guides you through each month of the year, telling you exactly what your garden needs. It is like having an expert in the garden with you all year long. Valuable hints are located throughout the book, and beautiful photographs will inspire you. Written just for gardeners where you live, you can be confident that the information is right for you-and your garden will show it.
Download or read book Rocky Mountain Month By Month Gardening written by John Cretti and published by . This book was released on 2015-07 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocky Mountain Month-by-Month Gardeningis your one stop resource for easy-to-use information on gardening in the region.
Download or read book Rocky Mountain Gardener s Handbook written by John Cretti and published by . This book was released on 2012-11-30 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocky Mountain Gardener's Handbook is an all-inclusive gardener's reference book. It includes plant information as well as when-to-do-it information. Covering decorative landscape plants and edible plants, this handbook is a thorough introduction to gardening in the Rocky Mountains.
Download or read book Gardening in the Treasure Valley written by Margaret Lauterbach and published by . This book was released on 2013-12 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the Idaho Statesman's weekly gardening columnist for 20 years, author Margaret Lauterbach has advised Treasure Valley gardeners on everything from sowing to composting to coping with the Valley's soils, pests, diseases and unique climate. This book features her very practical advice in an organized format. Lauterbach, who has gardened in Boise for more than 40 years, has been a master gardener and an advanced master gardener in Ada County.
Download or read book Rocky Mountain Fruit Vegetable Gardening written by Diana Maranhao and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2014-07-15 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVMaster the art of edible gardening in one of the United States’ most breathtaking landscapes./divDIV/divDIVIf you’re interested in growing your own fruits and vegetables, you’ve joined the ranks of a blossoming group of DIY gardeners who place a premium on the idea of self-reliance. But like any other kind of gardening, growing edibles is not a one-size-fits-all pursuit: in order to be successful, you’ll need to know not only which plants grow well in your state or region, but also how to grow them with careful methods and a schedule that caters specifically to your local climate. Fortunately for you, Rocky Mountain Fruit & Vegetable Gardening is written exclusively for gardeners who want to grow edibles in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, or Colorado. Co-authors Katie Elzer-Peters and Diana Mahanao rely on their extensive gardening knowledge and familiarity with the Rocky Mountain region to equip you with all the information you need to design your edible garden, tend the soil, maintain your plants throughout their life cycles, and—most importantly—harvest the delicious foods they produce. So whether you live near the Big Horn Mountains, on the Front Range, along the Green River, or anywhere else in the Rocky Mountain region, you’ll discover the best fruit and vegetable plants for your garden in this beautiful step-by-step how-to guide . . . and they’ll be on your table before you know it./div
Download or read book Month By Month Gardening in the Rocky Mountains written by John Cretti and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Month-By-Month series is the perfect companion to take the guesswork out of gardening. With this book, you'll know what to do each month to have gardening success all year. Written by authors in your state, the information is tailored to the issues that affect your garden the most. When is the best time to plant trees and shrubs? Should I fertilize my lawn now? Is it time to prune my roses? What should I be doing in my garden this month? You'll find the answers to these questions and much more inside. This easy-to-use book highlights each of the ten major plant categories using a monthly format. It guides you through each month of the year, telling you exactly what your garden needs. It is like having an expert in the garden with you all year long. Valuable hints are located throughout the book, and beautiful photographs will inspire you. Written just for gardeners where you live, you can be confident that the information is right for you-and your garden will show it.
Download or read book Monthly Tips For Idaho Gardeners written by Howita Lexon and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Idaho, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, varied climates, and diverse geography, presents gardening enthusiasts with distinct opportunities and challenges. Idaho's diverse topography, spanning from the rugged Rockies to the fertile expanses of the Snake River Valley, offers an abundant substrate for the cultivation of numerous plant species. This introductory section on gardening in Idaho will cover the state's varied climates, prevalent gardening techniques, well-liked flora, and critical success factors. Idaho's horticulture community has something to offer everyone, from novices to seasoned expert green thumbs. In terms of geography and climate: The climate of Idaho exhibits significant regional variation, being shaped by the Pacific Northwest, the Rocky Mountains, and the Great Basin. The state undergoes four discrete seasons, wherein typical occurrences include frigid winters and scorching summers. Conversely, geographical characteristics such as mountains and valleys, variations in altitude, and proximity to bodies of water all contribute to the abundance of microclimates. Common Gardening Practices: In Idaho, where climates varied considerably, gardening practices can differ considerably. Gardeners can benefit from an extended growing season in warmer southern regions, such as the Snake River Valley, by concentrating on commodities like tomatoes, peppers, and melons. Hardy vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and kale flourish in the chilly northern regions, including the Panhandle. Numerous cultivators in Idaho employ sustainable and organic practices to promote healthy soil and plants, including mulching, composting, and water conservation. Furthermore, in order to irrigate gardens efficiently and reduce waste, drip irrigation systems are frequently utilized in regions of the state characterized by arid conditions. Popular Plants: Idaho gardeners have a vast array of plants to choose from, ranging from native species to cultivated varieties that thrive in the state's diverse conditions.
Download or read book A Way to Garden written by Margaret Roach and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.
Download or read book Planning an Idaho Vegetable Garden written by Susan Bell and published by . This book was released on 1996-08-31 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four gardening experts provide successful gardening methods. Discusses site selection, garden layout, weed and insect control, and crop by crop planting instructions. Also contains a thorough list of related gardening publications. Reviewed in Sunset magazine as "a great new booklet to help beginning gardeners."
Download or read book The Colorado Gardener s Companion written by Jodi Torpey and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Colorado Gardener’s Companion is your guide to cultivating a successful garden in the Centennial State. Whether you are an experienced green thumb or an inquiring novice, whether you live in the mountains, on the Western Slope, along the Front Range, or on the eastern plains, this easy-to-understand guide will help you grow bountiful vegetables, abundant flowers, and lush lawns. You will learn:What’s in your Colorado soil and how to improve itHow to take advantage of the state’s semiarid climateTechniques to maximize the short growing seasonThe best high-performance plant varieties for your climate How to landscape to conserve waterWays to deal with the challenges of Colorado’s wild weatherLocal sources of hands-on assistance with gardening questionsIn short, how to succeed in your Rocky Mountain garden
Download or read book Treasure Valley Gardening Guide written by Jan Veatch and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sustainable Market Farming written by Pam Dawling and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing for 100 - the complete year-round guide for the small-scale market grower. Across North America, an agricultural renaissance is unfolding. A growing number of market gardeners are emerging to feed our appetite for organic, regional produce. But most of the available resources on food production are aimed at the backyard or hobby gardener who wants to supplement their family's diet with a few homegrown fruits and vegetables. Targeted at serious growers in every climate zone, Sustainable Market Farming is a comprehensive manual for small-scale farmers raising organic crops sustainably on a few acres. Informed by the author's extensive experience growing a wide variety of fresh, organic vegetables and fruit to feed the approximately one hundred members of Twin Oaks Community in central Virginia, this practical guide provides: Detailed profiles of a full range of crops, addressing sowing, cultivation, rotation, succession, common pests and diseases, and harvest and storage Information about new, efficient techniques, season extension, and disease resistant varieties Farm-specific business skills to help ensure a successful, profitable enterprise Whether you are a beginning market grower or an established enterprise seeking to improve your skills, Sustainable Market Farming is an invaluable resource and a timely book for the maturing local agriculture movement.
Download or read book The Timber Press Guide to Vegetable Gardening in the Mountain States written by Mary Ann Newcomer and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2013-12-31 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing vegetables requires regionally specific information—what to plant, when to plant it, and when to harvest are based on climate, weather, and first frost. The Timber Press Guide to Vegetable Gardening in the Mountain States tackles this need head on, with regionally specific growing information written by local gardening expert, Mary Ann Newcomer. This region includes Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, eastern Washington and Oregon, northern Nevada, and the southernmost parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan. Monthly planting guides show exactly what you can do in the garden from January through December. The skill sets go beyond the basics with tutorials on seed saving, worm bins, and more.
Download or read book The Montana Gardener s Companion written by Cheryl Moore-Gough and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-04-01 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Montana Gardener's Companion explains how to identify and address common shortcomings of Montana soils, including alkaline soils (the most common soil in Montana), acidic soils (found in some soils in the mountains and near Great Falls), and salty soils (found especially in eastern Montana and in areas west and northwest of Great Falls east of the Divide and in the far northeastern portions of Sheridan County). This book explains the different climates of eastern and western Montana, the effect of elevation on growing seasons, and how Montana gardeners can lengthen their growing seasons through careful plant selection, choosing the correct exposure, planting properly on slopes and using season-extending products.
Download or read book The Ultimate Gardening Guide written by Katie Wagner and published by Hobble Creek. This book was released on 2017-02-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -Previously published by USU Extension in 2016 as A guide to common gardening questions.
Download or read book Colorado Gardener s Guide written by John L. Cretti and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2001-07-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Colorado Gardener's Guide" offers state-specific information in the what, when, where, why and how of Colorado gardening rather than generic regional or national information other publications contain.
Download or read book A Cold Wind from Idaho written by Lawrence Y. Matsuda and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some pains take lifetimes to get through. Matsuda's poems break for us all the Japanese-American code of silence toward the indignities of the nine U. S. government-mandated internment camps of WWII like Minidoka in Idaho where Matsuda was born.
