Download or read book Rhapsody in Green A Writer an Obsession a Laughably Small Excuse for a Vegetable Garden written by Charlotte Mendelson and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Excellent book.' Nigella Lawson 'Charming, inspiring, uplifting... pure lovely.' Marian Keyes 'Read Rhapsody in Green. A novelist's beautiful, useful essays about her tiny garden.' India Knight 'Glorious...for anyone who loves fruit, vegetables, herbs and language. It makes you see them with new eyes.' Diana Henry 'A witty account of 'extreme allotmenteering' for all obsessive gardeners' Mail on Sunday 'An extremely entertaining and inspiring story of one woman's passionate transformation of a small, irregular shaped urban garden into a bountiful source of food.' Woman & Home 'A gardening book like no other, this is the author's 'love letter' to her garden. She relays warm and witty stories about the trials and tribulations throughout her gardening year.' Garden News '...this inspirational, funny book, written by someone who hankers after a homesteader's lifestyle, will make you look at even your window box in a new, more productive light.' The Simple Things 'Gardening is not a hobby but a passion: a mess of excitement and compulsion and urgency and desire. Those who practise it are botanists, evangelists, freedom fighters, midwives and saboteurs; we kill; we bleed. No, I can't drop everything to come in for dinner; it's a matter of life and death out here.' Novelist Charlotte Mendelson has a secret life. Despite owning only six square metres of urban soil and a few pots, she is an extreme gardener; the creator of a tiny but bountiful edible jungle. And like all enthusiasts, she will not rest until you share her obsession. This is the story of an amateur gardener's journey to addiction: her attempts to buy lion dung from London Zoo and to build her own cold frame; her disinhibited composting and creative approach to design; her prejudices (roses, purple flowers, people with orchards); and her passions: quinces, salad-leaves, herbs, Japanese greens and ancient British apples. It is a story of where fantasy meets reality, of the slow onset of a consuming love and, most of all, of how gardening, however peculiar, can save your life.
Download or read book The Urban Farmer written by Curtis Allen Stone and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2015-12-14 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are twenty million acres of lawns in North America. In their current form, these unproductive expanses of grass represent a significant financial and environmental cost. However, viewed through a different lens, they can also be seen as a tremendous source of opportunity. Access to land is a major barrier for many people who want to enter the agricultural sector, and urban and suburban yards have huge potential for would-be farmers wanting to become part of this growing movement. The Urban Farmer is a comprehensive, hands-on, practical manual to help you learn the techniques and business strategies you need to make a good living growing high-yield, high-value crops right in your own backyard (or someone else's). Major benefits include: Low capital investment and overhead costs Reduced need for expensive infrastructure Easy access to markets Growing food in the city means that fresh crops may travel only a few blocks from field to table, making this innovative approach the next logical step in the local food movement. Based on a scalable, easily reproduced business model, The Urban Farmer is your complete guide to minimizing risk and maximizing profit by using intensive production in small leased or borrowed spaces. Curtis Stone is the owner/operator of Green City Acres, a commercial urban farm growing vegetables for farmers markets, restaurants, and retail outlets. During his slower months, Curtis works as a public speaker, teacher, and consultant, sharing his story to inspire a new generation of farmers.
Download or read book RHS The Urban Gardener written by Matt James and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2014-04-07 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Garden designer, lecturer and broadcaster Matt James explores how to design an urban outdoor space, no matter the size or location - from balconies and roof terraces to courtyards, basement areas and front gardens, factoring in areas for relaxation, play and growing your own produce. There are 16 step-by-step projects including creating a 'living' green wall, planting under mature trees and making a gravel garden and 13 case studies showing great design in action, with examples from Tom Stuart-Smith, Charlotte Rowe and Christopher Bradley-Hole. Award-winning photographer Marianne Majerus provides the visual inspiration.
Download or read book The Urban Garden written by Kathy Jentz and published by . This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "101 creative and inspiring ideas to grow edible and decorative plants in urban environments"--
Download or read book The Essential Urban Farmer written by Novella Carpenter and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-01-10 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The "how-to" guide for a new generation of farmers from the author of Farm City and a leading urban garden educator. In this indispensable guide, Farm City author Novella Carpenter and Willow Rosenthal share their experience as successful urban farmers and provide practical blueprints-complete with rich visual material-for novice and experienced growers looking to bring the principles of ethical food to the city streets. The Essential Urban Farmer guides readers from day one to market day, advising on how to find the perfect site, design a landscape, and cultivate crops. For anyone who has ever grown herbs on windowsills, or tomatoes on fire escapes, this is an invaluable volume with the potential to change our menus, our health, and our cities forever.
Download or read book One Little Lot written by Diane C. Mullen and published by Charlesbridge Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a bustling, urban neighborhood, count the ways one little lot becomes a beautiful community vegetable garden. Count all the ways (one to ten) an urban community unites to clean up an abandoned lot. From building planter boxes to pulling weeds to planting seeds, everyone works together to transform the lot into a bountiful vegetable garden. As the garden grows, strangers become friends, eventually sharing in a special feast with the harvest they grew.
Download or read book Urban Gardening For Dummies written by National Gardening Association and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-01-24 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The easy way to succeed at urban gardening A townhouse yard, a balcony, a fire escape, a south-facing window—even a basement apartment can all be suitable locations to grow enough food to save a considerable amount of money and enjoy the freshest, healthiest produce possible. Urban Gardening For Dummies helps you make the most of limited space through the use of proven small-space gardening techniques that allow gardeners to maximize yield while minimizing space. Covers square-foot gardening and vertical and layered gardening Includes guidance on working with container gardening, succession gardening, and companion gardening Offers guidance on pest management, irrigation and rain barrels, and small-space composting If you're interested in starting an urban garden that makes maximum use of minimal space, Urban Gardening For Dummies has you covered.
Download or read book The Urban Farmer written by Justin Calverley and published by . This book was released on 2017-02-20 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The guide for anyone who dreams of living the country life in the city by growing their own healthy, sustainable fruit and veg - and more! Producing our own fruit, vegetables, herbs, eggs and honey is perfectly possible in a suburban space, and this practical guide will help urban dwellers develop a more sustainable existence. With a deep knowledge of permaculture and organic gardening, horticultural expert Justin Calverley shows you how to establish a diverse urban farm, whether in your own backyard, a courtyard or even a balcony. Justin advocates observing and following nature's cycles and patterns as the best way to a sustainable and productive garden.As well as growing fruit and veg, The Urban Farmer explains how to take up bee-keeping, chook care, propagation, maintaining your plot and preserving your patch's bounty. So be inspired and get cracking with your own personal garden of Eden!
Download or read book The Complete Urban Gardener written by Joan Puma and published by HarperCollins Publishers. This book was released on 1985 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Urban Garden Design written by Arboretum (Firm) and published by Loft Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The projects by Ignasi and Xavier Bisbe that illustrate this book are a fresh, living and contemporary illustration of what we understand as "exteriorism". Behind the gardens and balconies that feature in this book lies a drastic transformation to traditional landscape gardening"--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book The Complete Urban Farmer written by David Wickers and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Urban Gardening written by Peter Greenfield and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-31 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your space, your rules. How to become self-sufficient in even the tiniest of apartment spaces... Have you ever wondered what it would take to become self-sufficient, even if you lived in a city apartment? The idea may sound absurd at first. When we think of self-sufficiency, our mind directly travels to a secluded and primitive farm somewhere in the countryside, to those vast stretches of fertile lands, and that long line of bleating sheep blocking the road as you're driving away to escape the city and its distractions. For better or worse, we have come a long way from how our ancestors used to live--industrial development and cities have transformed our lives in ways previously unimaginable. Drowned in the promise of comfort and effective task division, we have slowly walked away from the idea of self-sufficiency. We have been led to believe that we can procure anything we would ever want or need with money. That eventually proved to be a failed strategy. By becoming increasingly dependent on others to provide us with our most basic needs, we quickly lost control over the quality of the products we receive. And in return, we pay much more for the quality we should never even have lost in the first place. In fact, since 1940, the produce we consume has actually lost over 40% of its nutritional value in favour of bigger yields. But now things are starting to change--humanity's best asset has always been its creativity. Our ability to think outside the box has allowed us to effectively transform and reshape the interior of the urban boxes we live in. Who needs a big farm when you can convert your apartment into a garden capable of making enough quality produce to last you a whole year? With the right guidance and the proper tools, you can become one of the 33% of Americans who grow their own food and pride themselves on barely ever needing to visit the vegetable section of the grocery store. In Urban Gardening, you will discover: The 6 most effective types of gardens to choose from to make your closed-off urban space as productive as an outdoor garden Step-by-step guidance on how to effectively plan your home for the largest variety of crops that your space allows How a hydroponic system is the answer to an easy, hassle-free indoor gardening experience Different strategies to utilize for a green and fruitful garden all year long, regardless of the seasons and weather conditions The ideal soil mixtures that will promote healthy plant growth in your garden How to process and save your own seeds so as to avoid the extra costs of buying seedlings The most effective ways to build a self-sustainable indoor garden promising a self-sufficient lifestyle in the city And much more. The road to self-sufficiency is not easy, but it's also far from being impossible. Even in the confines of a city apartment, you now have the possibility to effectively manage your space and grow all kinds of tasty and flavourful crops. This is indeed your chance to regain control of the quality of the produce you eat--you are the one managing what goes on your plants and inside your soil. All it takes is some creative planning and a little patience. From there on, spending as little as 10 minutes per day, you can watch your indoor garden flourish into the abundant food source previously thought impossible in concrete cities. If you want to discover how to transform your apartment into a self-sufficient garden, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
Download or read book The Urban Garden City written by Sandrine Glatron and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-03-24 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an interdisciplinary overview of the role of gardens in cities throughout different historical periods. It shows that, thanks to various forms of spatial and social organisation, gardens are part of the material urban landscape, biodiversity, symbolic and social shape, and assets of our cities, and are increasingly becoming valued as an ‘order’ to follow. Gardens have long been part of the development of cities, serving different purposes through the ages: shaping neighborhoods to promote health or hygiene, introducing aesthetic or biological elements, gathering the citizens around a social purpose, and providing food and diversity in times of crisis. Highlighting examples that can serve as the basis for comparisons, the chapters offer a brief panorama of experiences and models of gardens in the city – in the European context and in various periods of history – while also discussing issues related to garden cities, urban agriculture and community gardens. The contributors are university staff from various disciplines in the human and life sciences, in discourse with other academics but also with practitioners who are interested in experiences with urban gardens and in promoting an awareness of their spatial, social and ‘philosophical’ goals throughout history. The book will appeal to urban geographers, sociologists and historians, but also to urban ecologists dealing with ecosystem services, biodiversity and sustainable development in cities. From a more operational standpoint, landscape planners and architects are sure to find many of the projects enlightening and inspirational.
Download or read book The Urban Gardener written by Sonia Day and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sonia Day is the recipient of Landcsape Ontario`s Gardening Communicator of the Year Award (2003) and her book Tulips won a Garden Globe Award of Achievement for writing (2003), from the Garden Writers Association of America. Growing plants on balconies—and rooftops, terraces, decks and patios—has become the hottest gardening trend as cities across North America experience tremendous growth in the building of condos and other small living spaces. Aimed squarely at this gardening crowd, The Urban Gardener is packed with incredible detail: dos and don’ts, tips on what plants and tools are best, potting instructions, hints that will save you money and tips from real small space gardeners. Every unique aspect of urban gardening is addressed. You’ll learn: - how to get started when the soil for your garden has to be hauled up in elevators - what will work on cold, windy balconies, damp courtyards, backsides of townhouses - where to buy plants when you don’t have a car - how to create a quick and colourful instant garden - mixing in herbs and vegetables - growing up–vines that climb - how to help your oasis survive when winter comes. If you long to create your own natural sanctuary amidst urban smog and concrete, The Urban Gardener is the book you need to guide you on your way.(March 2003)
Download or read book COMPLETE URBAN HORTICULTURE COURSE written by Marcel Souza and published by Gavea. This book was released on with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transform your space into a green oasis with the 'Complete Urban Horticulture Course'! This book is the ultimate guide to turning even the smallest corners of the city into lush and productive gardens. From indoor plants to vertical gardens, this comprehensive course provides expert knowledge at every step of the urban gardening process. Discover the best techniques for cultivating a variety of plants, from aromatic herbs to fresh vegetables, tailored to the urban environment. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and practical tips, you'll learn to create a garden that not only adds beauty to your space but also provides fresh and healthy food to your table. Additionally, this course addresses important topics such as selecting the best containers for planting in limited spaces, effective irrigation techniques, and managing pests and diseases in urban environments. Whether you're an enthusiastic beginner or an experienced urban gardener, the 'Complete Urban Horticulture Course' offers a valuable source of inspiration and knowledge to create a green oasis in any urban setting. Transform your city into a green paradise with this comprehensive and practical guide!
Download or read book Urban Gardening for Novice written by Thomas Dickson and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-12 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you think it's impossible to grow your own food because you don't have a large yard or you live in the city...think again. There is a plethora of urban gardening options to create beautiful, productive edible gardens no matter where you live. The key to succeeding as an urban gardener is to choose the method(s) that make sense for your unique living situation and then give your plants what they need to thrive. This book provides in-depth garden plans, from upcycled DIY projects and intensive hydroponic systems to beautiful and functional raised beds. Urban gardening is a real, growing, and important movement in today's world. This fact-packed book is your roadmap to get growing today.
Download or read book The Urban Garden written by Kathy Jentz and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Urban Garden you’ll find dozens of inspiring and creative ways to grow flowers, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, and other plants in small spaces and with a limited budget. Whether you want to grow on a balcony, rooftop, front stoop, or a tiny urban patio, turn your growing dreams into reality and build a gorgeous and unique garden that showcases your personal style while still being functional and productive. With the ingenious ideas and resourceful tactics found here, you’ll be maximizing yields and beauty from every square inch of your space, while also making a lush outdoor living area you’ll crave spending time in. Take inspiration from urban gardeners around the world and learn to: Install planting pockets on fences and walls Grow a rooftop garden in lightweight grow bags Tips for designing small spaces that feel BIG Build a salad table for growing lettuce and greens Utilize garden structures and plants for decorative screening Support pollinators by creating a small-scale habitat Design a pet-friendly urban yard Employ climbing plants and vines to add privacy and reduce noise Plant in layers to maximize yields and add beauty Whether you’re growing edible plants or beautiful flowers, the 101 amazing growing ideas found in The Urban Garden will turn your tiny urban yard into a treasure trove of green you’ll be proud to share with family and friends.
