It is written in an easy to read format and everything is either illustrated or described in detail. Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Often other recipes are included with each vegetable that are designed to...
Africa, Asia, Polynesia, North and South America all have historical examples of gourd craft and legends.Early peoples were fashioning gourd containers long before they developed skills for making woven baskets and pottery.
There's a number that I've added to my 'must have' list just because they have an interesting tale. Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Their stories have made them quite popular.
It is compact, well-written and easy to understand. It explains botanical classifications and Latin terms in a way that even the novice will understand.Readers on both sides of the ‘Pond' will be interested in the dates of introduction and in many cases,...
Today, they retire to their sheds as places of creativity or solitude.As gardeners, most of us have sheds where we store rakes, shovels and other tools, but many of us also incorporate sheds into the theme of our gardens.
We seldom think about the impact of our actions on nature and this book lovingly tells the tale through the eyes of the animals, tugging the heartstrings of all readers, regardless of their age.Rabbit Hill was given the prestigious Newberry Award for...
One of the most distinctive types of basket is the white oak baskets crafted by the Appalachian peoples and those living in the surrounding region. Craftspeople will find inspiration in the simple, but functional shapes.This book is a wonderful historical...
Every society and culture since before written records existed used plants for medicinal and culinary purposes. Each herb has an excellent large color photograph and it is listed by its botanical name, along with the common names that it is known by around...
I enjoyed the day, even though my siblings weren't as thrilled to be there as I was. (Isn't it a great gift shop that sells plants for souvenirs!?!) That's how this beloved little book became the first acquisition to my gardening library.She employs a...
With meager resources and restricted travel he managed to put together a collection of 1,117 different varieties of pomegranates. Field trips to locate new plants consisted of third-world public transportation, horseback or foot travel.
The author gives us a great introduction and shows us that many of us already enjoy foods collected from the wild without realizing it. The author even includes a recipe section with delicacies such as Cattail Pollen Bread and Acorn Burgers to get you...
Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Most readers are probably familiar with the Brandywine tomato, but not that there are several distinct Brandywines.
Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Local clubs raised money via publishing cookbooks, plant sales, lectures, garden tours and thrift stores.
The Tomato Hornworm is a good example. It is astounding how many species there are of this troublesome pest.Finally, the book concludes with a chapter on beneficial arthropods. There is even a good section on gastropods, which include slugs and snails.
The needles were easy to work with and pine trees provided an unlimited supply.Everyday household materials are all that you need to get started. Other than a couple of guide tubes and the needles themselves, most everyone will have these in their tool...
They want to share their bounty with their patrons and take pride in giving us healthy, tasty produce. Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Market farmers shouldn't neglect the ultimate presentation of their offerings...
However, it can be a useful guide to soothing and refreshing hot or cold drinks that can possibly alleviate some symptoms of what ails you.The author urges newbies to start simple and proceed slowly.
Many are pass-along plants and often were given as housewarming gifts, dug from the giver's own garden. Thewas origianlly a cutting from a plant that has been in our family over 100 years.
Suitable for inquisitive toddlers, or young readers anxious to read books on their own, this exquisite book is rich with information tailored to youngsters.I do not normally use actual parts of the book in my reviews, but the family has graciously permitted...
It is such a complete list that it even tells the cook what percentage of the vegetable is lost to peeling or trimming. There are also categories for Fried Vegetables, Grilled Vegetables, Braised Vegetables, Sauces and Roasted Vegetables.While the cookbook...
When you need a bit of flavor, simply pop a cube in your soup, stew or meat loaf. Janet Chadwick takes a no-nonsense approach to preserving the harvest with tips on preparing smaller batches, time saving cutting and freezing techniques and organizational...
Did you know that the Smithsonian maintains a Victory Garden, or a Butterfly Habitat Garden? The various museums and landmarks are highlighted, as well as the locations of the Smithsonian Gardens.
From colonial Williamsburg, to the heyday of American seed and nursery vendors using the railroads to ship their plants and seeds throughout the nation, this is an excellent read for any gardener interested in history on either side of the ‘pond'.
Gardeners love books, as the number of titles devoted to the subject attest. Gardeners from many regions will find it helpful.Each plant is listed by its common name, but botanical designation and synonyms are properly noted.
How many maintenance hours do they require? A good yard is an ongoing process and sometimes things just don't work out.When it finally comes to plants, they should provide seasonal interest, contribute to the infrastructure of the garden or delight the...
She would be happy to know that her life continues to inspire generations of ‘garden girls' around the globe.is now a museum with programs as diverse as etiquette lessons for children, to a holiday open house in December.
I really like the continous feed aspect of the Toter. It is important to maintain a healthy balance of moisture content. By sharing what I've discovered, I think gardeners can make an informed choice as to which direction they prefer to go.
