Download or read book The Budget Wise Gardener With Hundreds of Money Saving Buying Design Tips for Planting the Best for Less written by Kerry Ann Mendez and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Budget wise Gardener written by Kerry Ann Mendez and published by . This book was released on 2018-02 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A savvy garden pro shares little-known money-saving secrets and tricks of the garden center trade that consumers need to know to get good deals.
Download or read book Water Wise Plants for the Southwest written by Nan Sterman and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2010-02-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Water-Wise Plants for the Southwest is a must have resource for any Southwest gardener facing water-shortages. It is filled with expert advice from proven low-water gardeners, and includes everything from using tried and true low water use plants in the landscape, efficient watering and cultivation tips from planting to maturity, to new water-wise cultivars and species. The book features inspirational photos of low-water residential landscapes and more than 100 plant recommendations with helpful icons for ease of use. Also included is an extensive reference guide with listings of botanical and water conservation demonstration gardens, educational opportunities, irrigation suppliers, technical support, websites, and professional organizations. This book is one you would recommend to any gardener facing limited water resources.
Download or read book The Money Wise Gardener written by K. K. Campbell and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-15 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to have more perennials, shrubs and trees in your flower garden for less, or even no, money? Want to know how to find the biggest bargains when you are buying plants? Do you find yourself wondering how to spread the plants you already have throughout your garden? The Money-Wise Gardener will show you the way. Within its pages you will find: Quick and easy shopping tricks to instantly cut your plant costs by 25%, 50% or more. Learn to shop in unusual places to stretch your gardening dollars. Methods to score plants to fill out your flowerbeds for free. Tips on how to get the most value and enjoyment from what you already own. Imagine your lush garden bursting with vibrant foliage and a rainbow of blossoms all for pennies on the dollar. Discover the surprisingly easy methods of increasing the bounty of your perennial garden on a budget. A thrifty garden does not have to be an inferior garden. The Money-Wise Gardener will show you how. Topics covered include: The Basics - Descriptions of basic gardening terms Strategic Shopping - The thriftiest tips and techniques to find the greatest value as you shop for your garden Freebies for the Taking - A whole chapter on how to get free plants to fill your garden Make What You Have Last Longer - Immediately save money by keeping your existing plants happy, healthy and thriving. Outside the Flower Box - A few unexpected, but very valid, ways to save money in your gardening efforts. This book is from the pen of a veteran gardener with over twenty years of experience under her belt. Throughout those years she tested out a huge variety of methods of saving money in her flowerbeds; discarding some, keeping the best. This book distills her hard-earned knowledge down into a quick, less than 100 pages, read. For the beginning gardener and experienced alike, she has recorded her most useful tips, practical techniques and advice for building and maintaining a perennial flower garden for a rock bottom price. What are you waiting for? Your garden and your wallet will thank you. Scroll up to the top and hit that Buy button now. If you are a member of Kindle Unlimited the book is free to read.
Download or read book The Money Saving Gardener written by Anya Lautenbach and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beat the rising cost of living and transform your garden on a budget with Anya the Garden Fairy. The Money-Saving Gardener reveals the tips and tricks to keeping costs down without compromising on style or impact. Learn how to repurpose what you have and give new life to second-hand garden furniture; discover savvy cheats to keep hard landscaping costs low; and boost your plant collection for next to nothing with seed-saving and propagation hacks. Revealing the plants that will give you the best long-term value for money, tips for choosing the varieties that will thrive in your garden year after year, and projects for making the most of your propagated cuttings and seedlings, The Money-Saving Gardener proves that a stunning garden doesn't need to cost the earth or break the bank.
Download or read book The Thrifty Gardener written by Millie Ross and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Never forget, plants want to live. They will work with you!' 'This book is about igniting the skills and knowledge you already have but may not realise.' - Millie Ross, THE THRIFTY GARDENER Whether you own a tiny courtyard or a massive suburban tract, Millie will show you how to use garden wisdom to: , ∗ assess your site, microclimate and soil conditions & make a plan , ∗ develop a design style, from industrial oasis to nanna chic, renters' 'mobile' garden to edible ornamentals , ∗ build paths, fences, walls, fireplaces, ponds and other structures , ∗ grow plants in raised and self-watering beds, hydroponically, and in containers and pots , ∗ make planting schemes for all kinds of plants -- indoor and outdoor, shade and sun, native and exotic -- and produce plants from seeds and cuttings or by propagation, pollination and grafting , ∗ maintain, irrigate, feed, prune, mulch, compost and weed your garden and eliminate pests , ∗ grow a successful fruit, vegetable & herb garden for next to nothing.
Download or read book Deer Resistant Design written by Karen Chapman and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Fear deer no more! The best source I’ve seen on the topic!” —Tracy DiSabato-Aust, award-winning garden designer and best-selling author Deer are one of the most common problems a gardener can face. These cute but pesky animals can quickly devour hundreds of dollars’ worth of plants. And common solutions include the use of unattractive fencing and chemicals. In Deer-Resistant Design, Karen Chapman offers another option—intentional design choices that result in beautiful gardens that coexist with wildlife. Deer-Resistant Design showcases real home gardens across North America—from a country garden in New Jersey to a hilltop hacienda in Texas—that have successfully managed the presence of deer. Each homeowner also shares their top ten deer-resistant plants, all welcome additions to a deer-challenged gardeners shopping list. A chapter on deer-resistant container gardens provides suggestions for making colorful, captivating, and imaginative containers. Lushly illustrated and filled with practical advice and inspiring design ideas, Deer-Resistant Design is packed with everything you need to confidently tackle this challenging problem.
Download or read book Small Budget Gardener written by Maureen Gilmer and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2010-02-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With consumers seeking ways to do more with less money, this book is a must have for gardening on a budget. With helpful tips and advice, gardeners can create beautiful, healthy sustainable landscapes with recycled materials and limited resources. Author Mauren Gilmer includes a chapter on food gardening and preserving precious resources.
Download or read book Natural Landscaping written by Sally Roth and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2002-04-20 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now Create a Landscape that's Naturally Beautiful, Naturally Inviting, Naturally Easy to Care for! Natural Landscaping shows you how to create your own woodland gardens, shade gardens, wildflower meadows, prairie gardens, water gardens, songbird gardens, hummingbird gardens, and butterfly gardens! It includes: - 9 detailed, full-color plans to provide plenty of inspiration. - 234 easy-care plant ideas to take the guesswork out of plant-work! - Plenty of projects and techniques that let you build in structure at your own pace! - Plus scores of finishing touches to help you achieve just the look you want! It's packed with real-life examples, garden plans, colorful combinations, at-a-glance plant charts, expert tips, related projects, and custom options, with lavish color photos and illustrations.
Download or read book California Friendly written by Douglas Kent and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-09 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: California Friendly® is California's future. Water reliability is dependent on using water wisely. We need to create sustainable gardens that rely on less water. This maintenance guide will help you support California's future:*Uncover the secrets of efficient irrigation.*Explore the techniques for irrigating with recycled water.*Get the maintenance tips for hundreds of California Friendly® plants.*Discover the methods and means of managing weed and pest infestations.*Learn how to maintain rainwater capture opportunities.This book has been written for every landscaper, gardener and land manager in Southern California. It has been produced by the very first collaboration between three Southern California organizations, LADWP, MWD and SoCalGas. Grab a copy--they are free--use the information in your garden and help us create a beautiful, thriving and sustainable future.
Download or read book You Grow Girl written by Gayla Trail and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-06-16 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not your grandmother's gardening book. You Grow Girl is a hip, humorous how-to for crafty gals everywhere who are discovering a passion for gardening but lack the know-how to turn their dreams of homegrown tomatoes and fresh-cut flowers into a reality. Gayla Trail, creator of YouGrowGirl.com, provides guidance for both beginning and intermediate gardeners with engaging tips, projects, and recipes -- whether you have access to a small backyard or merely to a fire escape. You Grow Girl eliminates the intimidation factor and reveals how easy and enjoyable it can be to cultivate plants and flowers even when resources and space are limited. Divided into accessible sections like Plan, Plant, and Grow, You Grow Girl takes readers through the entire gardening experience: Preparing soil Nurturing seedlings Fending off critters Reaping the bounty Readying plants for winter Preparing for the seasons ahead Gayla also includes a wealth of ingenious and creative projects, such as: Transforming your garden's harvest into lush bath and beauty products Converting household junk into canny containers Growing and bagging herbal tea Concocting homemade pest repellents ...and much, much more. Witty, wise, and as practical as it is stylish, You Grow Girl is guaranteed to show you how to get your garden on. All you need is a windowsill and a dream!
Download or read book The Budget Gardener written by Maureen Gilmer and published by Penguin Mass Market. This book was released on 1996 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells how to save money on garden supplies, suggests economical ways to improve the soil and provide water, and gives advice on shopping for plants, using recycled materials, and obtaining free services
Download or read book Pretty Tough Plants written by Plant Select and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2017-05-03 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tough-but-beautiful plant picks There’s a growing demand for dependably hardy plants that require less maintenance and less water, but look no less beautiful in the garden. Plant Select—the leading purveyor of plants designed to thrive in difficult climates—meets this need by promoting plants that allow gardeners everywhere to have stunning, environmentally-friendly gardens that use fewer resources. Pretty Tough Plants highlights 135 of Plant Select’s top plant picks. Each profile features a color photograph and specific details about the plant’s size, best features, and bloom season, along with cultural needs, landscape features, and design ideas. The plant list includes perennials and annuals, groundcovers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. A chart at the end of the book makes it easy to choose the right plants for specific conditions and needs.
Download or read book Garden Up Smart Vertical Gardening for Small and Large Spaces written by Susan Morrison and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2011-03-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vertical gardening is the latest, most talked about trend in gardening. Outdoor living walls planted with anything from succulents to vegetables, are springing up in urban and suburban areas and even commercial spaces. Home gardeners are now ready to take advantage of the vertical spaces in their own gardens. Ornamental gardeners searching for help with narrow planting beds or choosing the appropriate trellis, small space gardeners in need of specific solutions, edible gardeners interested in creative ways to mix edibles with ornamentals will find the help they need. Garden Up! offers inspiration and how-to information for enhancing any outdoor space. Authors Susan Lee Morrison, and Rebecca Sweet offer advice on plant selection across the country, and include easy do-it-yourself projects than add unique touches to any garden. This innovative book was named to the Top 10 Home & Garden list for Amazon's Best Books of 2011!
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 Ultimate Flower Gardener s Top Ten Lists written by Kerry Ann Mendez and published by . This book was released on 2011-01-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides practical tips for growing a low-maintenance flower garden through seventy lists with notes on topics such as perennials, flowering shrubs, annuals, garden design, organic practices, and maintenance shortcuts.
Download or read book Frugal Gardening written by Timothy Hammond and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2021 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Timothy Hammond, founder of the blog Big City Gardener, believes there’s no need to go out and purchase expensive tools, special fertilizers or pricey plants to grow the garden of your dreams. In this essential guide, Timothy demystifies gardening and helps beginners create a garden that works for their space, whether that’s a backyard or a windowsill, using the tools and the materials they have. He breaks down the basics of setting up and caring for a vegetable, herb or flower garden, with straightforward, approachable methods that work. Timothy delivers tried-and true advice in his trademark friendly style, like a friend full of gardening secrets, rather than an intimidating master gardener. Getting started is simple with tips on sourcing materials such as produce boxes or wooden pallets, which can be used in place of expensive planters for a container garden. Once the seeds are planted, readers will learn about efficient watering and can even create their own rain barrel. With practical projects like the DIY Vertical Herb Wall and Newspaper Pots for starting seedlings, readers are sure to find solutions that fit their lifestyle and cash flow. Tips on saving seeds, succession planting, composting, making soil blends, minimizing weeds and more ensure that everyone can enjoy the benefits of their own green space.
