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-"Wholesale food prices rose last month by the most in 36 years, and experts can't say how high they'll ultimately go."(Penn State© Live: April 4, 2011)-"Studies estimate that processed food in the United States travels over 1,300 miles, and fresh produce travels over 1,500 miles, before being consumed."-A well-known financial consultant says food prices are skyrocketing now.-The United States has two weeks' worth of stored grain.-Providing for your...
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“Home Gardener's Garden Pests & Diseases” is the essential guide to identifying, targeting, and banishing common pests and diseases from the garden. All gardeners know the disappointment of finding their flowers nibbled, or their prized produce riddled with rust. Armed with this essential guide, you can stop the destruction.
Get acquainted with all the common pests and diseases that afflict ornamentals, vegetables, fruits, and houseplants, and...
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Cet ouvrage sur les champignons de couche est paru à l'origine en 1871. Il constitue un véritable traité sur leur culture et vente avec une mine d'informations au sujet qui sont toujours pratiques et utiles aujourd'hui. Recommandé au maraîcher professionnel tout comme le petit jardinier. Table des matières : Introduction ; Vocabulaire ; Mode de formation et de reproduction du champignon ; L'agaric comestible ou champignon de couche ; Culture...
6) I Am Seed!
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An illustrated book on counting and seed identification of most commonly found vegetables in the garden from its seeds, leaves, flowers and fruits.
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Compost is an invaluable ingredient for garden soil. It enriches the ground with minerals and other nutrients and can provide ideal mulch for growing plants. The Gardener's Guide to Making Compost is a primer that both gardening beginners and veterans can use to help them make better compost. The book covers most popular types of compost systems, making compost with worms, mulching and green manures. It is an excellent primer on making and using compost....
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Snails and slugs are a huge garden nuisance. They can vastly change the scope of a garden in just one night of foraging. This book truly gives you 29 ways you can get rid of those snails and slugs that tend to devour your garden. Most of these ways are easy to use and inexpensive. Don't wait until they eat everything you planted. Find out how to get rid of them now.
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This book is based on my personal experiences as a gardener, garden writer, workshop facilitator, lecturer, and permaculture designer. Most of the gardening I have done has been undertaken in urban environments. I have created small to medium gardens for myself and others on balconies, decks, and backyards. I love growing plants in containers.
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WANT TO LEARN THE INS AND OUTS OF GARDENING FOR BEGINNERS?
Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn About Container Gardening...
Getting the Containers for Your Garden
Creating a Good Environment for the Container Plants
Choosing the Right Time to Plant
The Best Plants to Grow in Your Container Garden
Tips for Helping Your Plants to Thrive
Much, Much, More!
Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn About Greenhouse Gardening...
Setting Up a Greenhouse...
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Embark on a transformative journey from concrete jungles to lush, green oases with "Urban Homesteading Essentials: Transforming Your Space into a Self-Sufficient Sanctuary." This comprehensive guide is your key to unlocking the secrets of sustainable living in any urban environment. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a budding enthusiast, discover innovative strategies for maximizing limited space, nurturing your own food sources, and embracing...
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Appreciate your garden from a whole new light -- at night! A complete guide to creating a stunning white garden, White Gardens offers tons of tips to cultivate a beautiful night garden. Fill your garden with white flowers and native plants that reflect the light of the moon -- or even only bloom at night! -- so you can enjoy the beauty of your outdoor space in the evening, not just during the day. Featuring detailed overviews on gardening basics,...
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So much of our time is spent in a concrete jungle with a technological device attached to at least one hand. It's fast-paced, stressful, and not good for your health.
But then, in a rare moment of no responsibilities and a completed to-do list, you take a walk in a park or a forest and you are a different person - instantly. There is a sense of peace and tranquility as you take in the smells, sounds, and colors.
This intense connection with...
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* Imagine que usted está en un parque, en el campo o en la montaña y un árbol le llama la atención. Le gustaría conocer su nombre, pero...
* ¿Cómo se puede reconocer un árbol? ¿Existe algún método? ¿Tal vez alguna regla? ¿Hay al menos algún procedimiento práctico?
* Sí. Cada especie tiene unas hojas características, una estructura particular, e incluso las flores y los frutos tienen ciertos rasgos específicos.
* En las páginas...
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Mulberry plant is a woody perennial plant. Scientific name of mulberry is Morus spp.. White mulberry is known as Morus alba, red mulberry is known as Morus rubra, and black mulberry is known as Morus nigra. Mulberry belongs to the family Moraceae. Mulberry plants are mainly grown for their fruits and for sericulture purposes. Sericulture is the culture of silk worms where mulberry leaves are used as fodders for silk worms.
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Mushrooms are a group of fleshy saprophytic fungi that are found growing on dead organic matter. Over 10,000 species of mushrooms are believed to be found naturally growing in moist, damp forests and soils rich in organic matter throughout the world. Among these, some are edible while others are toxic. A few species of mushrooms are known for their medicinal properties as well and hence they are known as medicinal mushrooms.A growing mushroom initially...
19) First Time Gardening Advice: The Beginner's Journey Into Successful Gardening - Discover the Joy
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Do you dream of cultivating your own garden, but don't know where to start?Are you eager to learn, yet find gardening guides too complicated or overwhelming?Step into the green world with First Time Gardening Advice: The Beginner's Journey Into Successful Gardening - Discover the Joy and Satisfaction of Growing Your Own Garden. This comprehensive guide breaks down complex gardening concepts into simple, easy-to-understand steps perfect for beginners."Gardening...
20) Worm Composting Made Easy: DIY Vermiculture, Waste Management, Compost Bins, Earthworm Care, and
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Are you eager to transform your kitchen scraps into valuable garden gold? Wondering how to take charge of your waste management in an eco-friendly manner? Look no further. Introducing Worm Composting Made Easy: DIY Vermiculture, Waste Management, Compost Bins, Earthworm Care, and Soil Enrichment. This book is your go-to guide for diving into the fascinating world of worm composting, also known as vermiculture. Why Choose This Book?Sustainable Living:...
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