All aspects of home soil care are covered in this informative article written by an expert on the subject. With sections on the importance of drainage, soil improvement and fertilizers. Illustrated with black and white drawings and diagrams. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Are you looking for a step-by-step method for improving your gardening skills? Then keep reading... Hydroponics is the method of growing plants without soil by supplying them with a constant nutrient solution. Despite the fact that this method remains fairly unknown outside of a small sector of the horticultural world it has in fact been around for a long time. It is a system that was used extensively in the hanging gardens of Babylon and has been studied extensively by scientists and horticulturists for the last several hundred years. There are many ...

Ancient standing stones transmit beneficial Earth energies and provide anchor points for the power and spirit of the land. Old traditions of healing, divination, wish fulfillment and fertility associated with certain stones continue to hold currency today. Anyone can tune into Earth's subtle dimensions with the art of dowsing and other forms of super-sensory attunement. Connecting and interacting, we can improve the feng shui of a place, and gain personal enrichment too! Be inspired to discover for yourself the magical energies associated with both ancient ...

A delightful and nostalgic stroll around the gardens of the early 20th century, Gardens In The Making was originally published in 1914 as a guide to the principles of outdoor design. Renowned architect and landscape designer Walter H Godfrey offers his advice on every aspect of creating the perfect garden, from basic features such as gates, hedges, paving and seats to more elaborate terraces, arbours, orangeries and pergolas. Illustrated throughout with charming black and white drawings, Godfrey's words will be an inspiration to both readers interested in ...

This antiquarian book comprises a concise and accessible guide to growing strawberries, with information on planting, manuring, pests, and more. This book will be of considerable utility to novice fruit growers with an interest in growing strawberries, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. Although old, the information of contained in this guide is timeless, making it both a useful, practical guide, and an appealing volume for collectors of vintage literature. The chapters include: 'Introduction to Fruit Growing', 'Strawberries' ...

“Gardening with Peat Moss” is a classic guide to gardening, looking at various simple methods of growing beautiful shrubs, flowers and trees in private gardens and allotments. Concentrating on using peat moss to get the best results from your garden, this is a guide that will be of considerable utility to those with an interest in this method of cultivation. Recommended for gardening enthusiasts and collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: “What Peat Moss Is, and What It Brings To the Garden”, “How Plants ...

Are you craving a landscape that truly represents you and bridges your connection to nature? Are you overwhelmed with how to get there? Confused by all the gardening “how-to” books that don’t seem to fit your style? Frustrated by projects not going as you thought? In STOP Landscaping, START Life-Scaping , Monique Allen, landscape designer, contractor, and fine gardener, speaks frankly about why you become caught in a spiral of false starts and unsatisfying projects. Through her stories, examples, and dozens of practical tips, Monique ...

WANT POISON FREE ORGANIC FOOD?...It is easier than you think! This simple, easy to understand guide walks you through everything you need to know to build and care for your own beautiful organic garden. Covering everything from building garden beds, fixing your soil, dealing with insect attack and what to plant where, this “Green Thumbs Gardening” guide makes it dead EASY! It’s everything You Need To Know To Get You Up And Growing. *Learn which plants go together and which plants don't get along  *Learn natural pest ...

A data-intensive guide to the culture of individual orchid species, covering six popularly cultivated orchid genera: Pescatorea, Phaius, Phalaenopsis, Pholidota, Phragmipediu, and Pleione.

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to propagating plants, specially designed for the novice or home gardener. With clear instructions and helpful diagrams, this book walks the budding gardener through every step from preparation and planning to cutting, layering, dividing, seeding, and beyond. This classic guide is highly recommended for those looking for an accessible introduction to the world gardening, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Cutting, Layers, Division, and Seed", "Fungus ...