Download or read book Planting and Care of Lawns written by Harvey Leroy Westover and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Organic Lawn Care written by Howard Garrett and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lush green lawn is one of the great pleasures of the natural world, whether it's right outside your front door or on a majestic fairway at a legendary golf course. But anyone who has tried to grow the perfect lawn the conventional way knows it requires an endless cycle of watering and applying synthetic fertilizers and toxic chemical pesticides that costs a lot of money and kills all the life in the soil, on the surface, and on the grass. Fortunately, there's a better way. Organic lawn care is not only healthier for the environment, it's actually cheaper and less water-intensive, whether you're managing a small yard or acres of turf. In Organic Lawn Care: Growing Grass the Natural Way, Howard Garrett, the renowned "Dirt Doctor," takes you step-by-step through creating and maintaining turf organically. He begins with the soil, showing you how to establish a healthy habitat for grass. Then he discusses a variety of turfgrasses, including Bermudagrass, bluegrass, buffalograss, fescue, ryegrass, St. Augustine, and zoysia. Garrett explains in detail how to establish and maintain a lawn, including planting, mowing, watering, fertilizing, composting, and managing weeds and pests. And he offers alternatives to lawn grasses and turf, describing the situations in which they might be your best choice. Follow the program in Organic Lawn Care, and don't be surprised when your water bill drops dramatically and your lawn or golf course is the best-looking one around.
Download or read book Lawn Gone written by Pam Penick and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2013-02-12 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A colorful guide covering the basics of replacing a traditional lawn with a wide variety of easy-care, no-mow, drought-tolerant, money-saving options that will appeal to today's busy, eco-conscious homeowner. Americans pour 300 million gallons of gas and 1 billion hours every year into mowing their lawns, not to mention 70 million pounds of pesticides and $40 billion for lawn upkeep. No Wonder the anti-lawn movement is thriving, as today's eco-conscious consumers realize that their traditional lawns are water-hogging, chemical-ridden, maintenance-intensive burdens. Lawn Gone!, from award-winning gardening blogger Pam Penick, is the first basic introduction to low-water, easy-care lawn alternatives for beginning gardeners, written in a friendly style with an approachable package. It covers all the available time-saving options: alternative grasses, ground cover plants, artificial turf, hardscaping, mulch, and more. In addition, it includes step-by-step lawn-removal methods, strategies for dealing with neighbors and homeowner associations, and how to minimize your lawn if you're not ready to go all the way.
Download or read book Gardening at Longmeadow written by Monty Don and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-05-31 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Monty Don made a triumphant return to our screens as presenter of Gardeners' World. A firm favourite with viewers, Monty's infectious enthusiasm for plants, attention to the finer details of gardening technique and easy charm have seen the ratings soar. Here Monty invites us into the garden at Longmeadow, to show us how he created this beautiful garden, and how we can do the same in our own. Following the cycle of the seasons, Gardening at Longmeadow will introduce readers to the garden from the earliest snowdrops of January through the first splashes of colour in the Spring Garden, the electric summer displays of the Jewel Garden, the autumn harvest in the orchard, and on to a Christmas feast sourced from the vegetable gardens. Describing the magic of each area at different times of the year, Monty will explain the basics of what to do when and how to get the most from each plant. He'll talk through the essential techniques and more complex processes, accompanied by easy-to-follow, step-by-step photography. Longmeadow is a gardeners' garden, but this will be a book for gardening enthusiasts of all skill levels who have been inspired by what they've seen, and who would like to achieve something similar for themselves.
Download or read book Lawn Care For Dummies written by Lance Walheim and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1998-02-12 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Only one thing is standing between you and a fabulous lawn: It's called Lawn Care For Dummies. If you want a spiffy and well-coifed lawn (and not the overgrown, unruly one that people comment on when they pass by your house), you'll find everything you need to know to help you make your lawn the most dazzling spectacle on the block. Let authors Lance Walheim and the gardening experts at the National Gardening Association treat you and your yard to a megadose of lawn care information. In Lawn Care For Dummies, Walheim and the NGA give you the dirt on all the essentials, including how to * Design a low-maintenance or a high-maintenance lawn * Evaluate the pros and cons of planting a lawn from seed or starting one from sod * Discover how often you need to water your lawn without under-watering it or waterlogging it * Choose a mower that's right for your grass type * Deal effectively with wicked weeds and pesky insects * Create alternative lawns, such as ground cover plants, decks, and patios Lawn Care For Dummies also features a beautiful color insert with photos illustrating the various types of lawns found in yards across the world.
Download or read book The Humane Gardener written by Nancy Lawson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Download or read book Food Not Lawns written by H. C. Flores and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combines practical wisdom on ecological design and community-building with a fresh, green perspective on an age-old subject. Activist and urban gardener Heather Flores shares her nine-step permaculture design to help farmsteaders and city dwellers alike build fertile soil, promote biodiversity, and increase natural habitat in their own "paradise gardens." This joyful lifestyle manual inspires readers to apply the principles of the paradise garden--simplicity, resourcefulness, creativity, mindfulness, and community--to all aspects of life. Plant "guerrilla gardens" in barren intersections and medians; organize community meals; start a street theater troupe or host a local art swap; free your kitchen from refrigeration and enjoy truly fresh, nourishing foods from your own plot of land; work with children to create garden play spaces. Flores cares passionately about the damaged state of our environment and our throwaway society. Here, she shows us how to reclaim the earth, one garden at a time.--From publisher description.
Download or read book The Organic Lawn Care Manual written by Paul Boardway Tukey and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to make a lawn safe and environmentally friendly using organic methods, and how to pick the best grass for each climate and sunlight situation.
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 Black Decker The Complete Guide to a Better Lawn written by Chris Peterson and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At heart, almost every homeowner would love to have a better lawn—greener, denser, healthier. This book is an up-to-date, environmentally responsible approach to lawn care with mainstream appeal. It focuses on dozens of common lawn problems, offering detailed solutions to each one. An ideal reference for busy homeowners who want better grass quickly and easily.
Download or read book Organic Lawn Care Manual Guide For Novice written by Dr Sandra Carter and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than just a concentrated area of grass, a lawn is defined as a space planted with grass or other spreading plants that is kept trimmed to provide a natural carpet of foliage. If a grassy field is not cut and left to grow wild, it should not be considered a lawn but more likely a meadow.Most times a lawn is planted with grass to make an outdoor space that's usable and comfortable. It is aesthetically pleasing and easy to care for. It's also an economical way to prevent erosion and keep the soil moist and healthy.Many outdoor sports use a lawn as a playing surface. They often call that area by another name and might require exact specifications to be met regarding the care and maintenance of that lawn. In golf for instance, there is a big difference between the rough, fairway and the green. Each of these areas might even be planted with different grass varieties.Other terms used for a lawn are field (as in soccer), turf and pitch. In reference to your home, a lawn is also commonly called a yard.Although it is a matter of preference, there is a minimal level of maintenance required for a grassy area to be called a lawn. It should be trimmed close to the ground, although recently a trend towards wilder, les manicured lawns has taken off. Lawns are often invaded by common weeds such as dandelions and clover and can also become food for rodents and other animals.
Download or read book The American Meadow Garden written by John Greenlee and published by Timber Press (OR). This book was released on 2009 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers guidance for designing, planting, and taking care of a meadow with information on plants, styles, and examples from all over the country.
Download or read book Lawn Care For Dummies Mini Edition written by Lance Walheim and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-09 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grow and maintain a lush lawn without sacrificing your weekends No matter where you live or what you do, you, too, can grow great turf. Discover timesaving and water-saving secrets for better planning, fertilizing, watering, and mowing. With easy-to-follow instructions, this friendly guide will help you grow a lawn that's the envy of the block. Open the book and find: Tips for mowing your lawn to the perfect height How and how much to water your lawn Which nutrients your lawn needs Easy and safe ways to fertilize your lawn
Download or read book The Florida Lawn Handbook written by Laurie Elizabeth Trenholm and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything you need to know to keep your lawn looking its best! Written in practical language by turfgrass experts, this new edition is completely up-to-date with the most recent lawn management information. Color plates identify various grass types, weeds, diseases, and insects—including those that are good for your lawn. Chapters cover selection, adaptability, establishment, and maintenance for each type of lawn; soil analysis and fertilization; yearly calendars for lawn care and culture; mowing, watering, and calibrating sprinkler systems and fertilizer spreaders; overseeding for winter color; preparing a lawn for drought and low temperatures; weed and thatch control; safe pesticide application and use; integrated pest management strategies; and complete, illustrated diagnostic information for weeds, diseases, insect problems, nematodes, and other pests.
Download or read book Lawn Care for Dummies written by John Baker and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02-18 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well maintained lawns are not only appealing to the eye but also add value to our homes. To have that beautiful lawn that you always dream of is not a very difficult task. In fact, all you need is to get the right grass, get it planted, water it on time, provide sufficient fertilization and be on the lookout for diseases and pests. We believe that maintaining a beautiful lawn is not a preserve of the so call experts alone. Everyone, you included, can plant and maintain a beautiful lawn. This book is meant to help every beginner get comfortable dealing with their own lawn. The book provides insightful details on planting a lawn, maintaining a lawn, repairing a lawn, pest and diseases control and important tools you need to keep your own lawn.
Download or read book Lawn Care written by John Baker and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-01-10 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Well maintain lawns are not only appealing to the eye but also add value to our homes. To have that beautiful lawn that you always dream of is not a very difficult task. In fact, all you need is to get the right grass, get it planted, water it on time, provide sufficient fertilization and be on the lookout for diseases and pests. We believe that maintaining a beautiful lawn is not a preserve of the so call experts alone. Everyone, you included, can plant and maintain a beautiful lawn. This book is meant to help every beginner get comfortable dealing with their own lawn. The book provides insightful details on planting a lawn, maintaining a lawn, repairing a lawn, pest and diseases control and important tools you need to keep your own lawn.
Download or read book Lawn Care written by Josh Cooper and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-08-10 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect green lawn on a summer morning, fresh smell of the grass covered by morning dew. All green, nice and clean. The picture of perfect lawn might have stuck in your head for a long time. Now it is time to make it come true. A bit of work will conclude in a perfect lawn next to your home. Knowing specific tips and lawn calendar will make your lawn care and maintenance easier. By reading this book, you will see that lawn maintenance may not be as hard as you can imagine. You just have to know how to do it right. Wondering how to grow and maintain a good lawn? Want to get better lawn than your neighbors? Maintaining a perfect lawn may be challenging work but not when know important tips on how to do that without spending much time and money. This book covers many topics about lawn care: - Planning a lawn - Creating a new lawn - Soil preparation - Choosing grass type - Lawn care calendar - Fertilizing and watering - Moss removal - Lawn maintenance - Useful tips for lawn care By taking the tips from this book, you will be able to create your dream lawn next to your house. Flat, emerald green lawn now seems possible, all you have to do is to take a first step and get to know more about lawn creating, care and maintenance! Take your copy now!
