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  • RHS Propagating Plants

    How to Grow Plants for Free

    by DK ...
    Fill your garden with beautiful plants for next-to-nothingDo you long to grow your own plants from scratch? This complete guide from the experts at the RHS will teach you how to propagate every type of plant.If you're a thrifty gardener who wants more plants for free, then this book is perfect for you! From fruit trees and ornamental shrubs to exotic orchids and succulents, get all the info you ... Read more

    $215.49 HKD

  • RHS Roses

    An Inspirational Guide to Choosing and Growing the Best Roses

    by Michael V Marriott ...
    A rose is one of the most beautiful, versatile, and rewarding plants that a gardener can grow, but with over 30,000 different types of roses available to gardeners across the world, how do you find the right one for your garden?RHS Roses is a joyous celebration of this garden icon, which brings together stunning photography of rose gardens and displays with expert advice on how to choose, grow, ... Read more

    $215.49 HKD

  • Botany for Gardeners, Fourth Edition

    An Introduction to the Science of Plants

    by Brian Capon ...
    This bestselling reference guide is essential for any experienced or buddening gardener.All questions about complex plant processes can be found in the Botany for Gardeners. First published in 1990 with more than 260,000 copies sold, it has become the go-to introduction to botany for students and gardeners. Now in its fourth edition, Botany for Gardeners has been expanded and updated. It features ... Read more

    $82.69 HKD

  • RHS Gardening School

    Everything You Need to Know to Get the Most from Your Garden

    by Simon Akeroyd, Dr Ross Bayton ...
    Keen amateur gardeners and aspiring professionals can learn from the expertise of the RHS with this handy guide.It doesn't matter if you're an old hand at gardening or just starting out, there are always things to discover and opportunities to improve, whether it's mastering a new technique or brushing up on your botany.RHS Gardening School is the perfect guide for gardeners who want to learn. ... Read more

    $160.49 HKD

  • How to Grow Cannabis at Home - A Guide to Indoor Medical Marijuana Growing

    by Glenn Panik ...
    This book provides a step-by-step guide to successfully cultivating cannabis and an informative read about all aspects of this healthful plant. It is not a gardening tips book, but a guide to help you through each stage of a project that is not rocket science, but has it's pitfalls. Additionally, this ebook serves as a reference/guide to the overwhelming jargon you will run into if research the ... Read more

    $70.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sakuteiki

    Visions of the Japanese Garden

    by Jiro Takei, Marc P. Keane ...
    Learn the art of Japanese gardening with this classic, fascinating text.The Sakuteiki, or "Records of Garden Making," was written nearly one thousand years ago. It is the oldest existing text on Japanese gardening—or any kind of gardening—in the world. In this edition of the Sakuteiki, the authors provide an English-language translation of this classic work and an introduction to the cultural and ... Read more

    $101.59 HKD

  • The Suburban Micro-Farm

    by Amy Stross ...
    Winner of the GOLD Nonfiction Book Award!Reduce your lawn and your grocery budget. Take gardening to the next level!Would you like to grow healthy food for your table? Do you want to learn the secrets of farming even though you live in a neighborhood? Author Amy Stross talks straight about why the suburbs might be the ideal place for a small farm.In these pages you'll learn:How to make your ... Read more

    $39.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Nut Culturist

    A Treatise On The Propagation, Planting And Cultivation Of Nut-Bearing Trees And Shrubs, Adapted To The Climate Of The United States, With The Scientific And Common Names Of The Fruits Known In Commerce As Edible Or Otherwise

    by Andrew S. Fuller ...
    This vintage book is a comprehensive guide to producing nuts, with information on propagation, planting, and cultivation. Profusely illustrated and full of useful tips and simple instructions, this volume constitutes a must-read for anyone interest in nut production, and will appeal to collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: “The Almond”, “The Beechnut”, “Castanopsis”, “The ... Read more

    $75.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Weekend Gardener

    THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

    by Henry Agg ...
    THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*This book is all you need to start your garden transformation. Henry is so knowledgeable and thinks outside the box – pure garden magic! - Zoe Ball"Henry Agg’s new book is full of great tips for time-poor gardeners looking to maximise their efforts." The Telegraph"If you're looking for ideas, inspiration, and brilliant advice on how to build your garden a... ... Read more

    $189.69 HKD

  • Chilifeuer & Knollengenuss

    Die essbaren Nachtschattengewächse

    by Orestes Davias ...
    War der Paradiesapfel das wahre Ei des Kolumbus? Wie spielten sich ehemals die Kriege mit scharfer Paprika als Waffe ab? Kann die Kartoffel in den Weltraum fliegen? Unbeantwortete Fragen, die ihren Schlüssel suchen, und die Rätsel des Naturforschers gleiten endlich auf der Rutschbahn der Zeit aus und werden uns als Delikatessen auf unserem Tisch serviert. In dampfenden Töpfen werden die Herzen der ... Read more

    $118.00 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • GROW

    Fill your world with plants

    by Robyn Booth, National Trust Books ...
    Series series National Trust
    Discover the joy of growing and using plants indoors and outdoors, no matter how limited your space.This beautifully illustrated book is a modern, fresh take on gardening that shows how anyone can grow their own vegetables, create a mini wildflower meadow or learn how to make the most of their houseplants. And you don’t need your own garden to get started. Creating a thriving window box, choosing ... Read more

    $107.19 HKD

  • O livro das áreas verdes

    Edited by Andrew Wilson ...
    O livro das áreas verdes é um guia com mais de 100 projetos que podem facilmente ser aplicados ou adaptados a espaços com as mais diversas características.Cada uma das propostas para planejamento de jardins é acompanhada de plantas em escala, de um resumo do projeto e de fotos, o que permite o estudo de jardins particulares de todos os formatos, condições climáticas e topográficas, tamanhos e ... Read more

    $178.00 HKD

  • How to Grow African Violets : The Complete Guide

    by Violet Kingsthorpe ...
    How to Grow African Violets: The Complete Guide by Violet Kingsthorpe is an indispensable resource for anyone passionate about cultivating these beloved indoor plants. Whether you're a novice gardener or an experienced enthusiast, this comprehensive guide offers everything you need to ensure your African violets thrive, bloom, and flourish in any indoor setting.Renowned for their vibrant flowers ... Read more

    $46.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Dahlias

    Beautiful varieties for home and garden

    by Naomi Slade ...
    For years dahlias have been dismissed for being garish, gaudy additions to gardens and arrangements, but when you find the right variety it's hard to think of a better garden plant or more striking cut flower.The next title in Pavilion's series of stylish floral gardening guides celebrates the diversity and return to fashion of the dahlia.This title explores the history of the dahlia from its ... Read more

    $172.39 HKD

  • Where on Earth, 5th Edition

    A Guide to Specialty Nurseries and Gardens in California

    by Heyday books ...
    The statewide gardening guide—in a revised and updated fifth editionEver since its initial publication in 1993, this guide to California’s specialty plant nurseries has been an invaluable tool for gardeners and landscapers, and it is now available in an expanded and completely revised edition. Organized by geographic region, each listing provides essential information, including address, contact ... Read more

    $78.23 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Gardening with Young Children

    by Sara Starbuck, Marla Olthof, Karen Midden ...
    Explore the unique and expansive learning opportunities offered by gardening with childrenGardens are where children’s imaginations engage nature, and the result is joyful learning. Gardening helps children develop an appreciation for the natural world and build the foundation for environmental stewardship. This book is packed with information and inspiration to help you immerse children in ... Read more

    $168.89 HKD

  • Twentieth Century Fruits

    Burbank's 1911 catalog

    by Luther Burbank ...
    Luther Burbank's 1911 Plant catalogThis fascinating 1911 catalog from Luther Burbank's 'Experiment Farms' shows the results of his initial successes in modifying numerous fruits and other plants. It describes in great detail some of the most famous Burbank developments in horticulture; like his Abundance cherry and several types of Plumcots. It also list numerous decorative plants he either ... Read more

    $9.01 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Garden Bird Confidential

    Discover the hidden world of garden birds

    by Dominic Couzens ...
    Do you really know what's going on away from the bird feeder? Discover the private lives of your bird table regulars in this fascinating exposé of the drama behind their everyday survival. There are profiles of over 50 birds, with key information for identifying and learning about their different plumage, song, food and ways you can attract them to your garden. However this book goes further than ... Read more

    $121.99 HKD

  • The Vegetable Garden

    What, When, and How to Plant

    by Midwest Journal Press, Farmer's Cycolpedia, Dr. Robert C. Worstell ...
    Series Book 27 - Living With the Land
    Perhaps the most characteristic feature of Northern and Eastern farms is the home vegetable garden. Even where no orchard has been planted, and where the ornamental surroundings of the home have been neglected, a fairly well-kept garden in which are grown a number of the staple kinds of vegetables is generally to be found.In many cases the principal interest in the garden is manifested by the ... Read more

    $70.40 HKD

  • The Regenerative Grower's Guide to Garden Amendments

    Using Locally Sourced Materials to Make Mineral and Biological Extracts and Ferments

    by Nigel Palmer ...
    Revitalize your garden—and go beyond compost—by making your own biologically diverse inoculants and mineral-rich amendments using leaf mold, weeds, eggshells, bones, and other materials available for little or no cost!In The Regenerative Grower’s Guide to Garden Amendments, experimental gardener and author Nigel Palmer provides practical, detailed instructions that are accessible to every grower ... Read more

    $140.69 HKD

  • Why Your House Plants Keep Dying

    by Isabella Martinez ...
    Are your houseplants more like temporary guests than permanent residents? You're not alone. Despite our best intentions, many of us struggle to keep our indoor plants alive, leaving behind a trail of crispy leaves and wilted dreams. But here's the good news: your black thumb isn't permanent, and most houseplant deaths are completely preventable.In this practical and engaging guide, you'll discover ... Read more

    $39.99 HKD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Garden Friends

    by Ed Ikin ...
    Get the best out of your outside space by calling on your garden 'friends'. Introducing helpful wildlife into your garden will help to control pests, maintain a natural chemical-free balance and encourage your garden to bloom, whether you have a large garden, an allotment or a simple window box.Some plants are great 'friends' and are endlessly useful – sweetpeas are good for regenerating tired ... Read more

    $37.79 HKD

  • The New Seed-Starters Handbook

    by Nancy Bubel, Jean Nick ...
    Series series Rodale Organic Gardening
    Starting plants from a seed grants earlier harvests, greater variety, healthier seedlings, lower costs, and the undeniable sense of satisfaction and reward.For the most complete, up-to-date information on starting plants from seed, turn to The New Seed-Starter's Handbook. Written by a gardener with 30 years of experience, this updated, easy-to-use reference explains everything you need to know to ... Read more

    $98.89 HKD

  • RHS Gardening School

    Everything You Need to Know to Get the Most from Your Garden

    by Simon Akeroyd, Dr Ross Bayton ...
    'With an approachable layout and excellent illustrations, including both photographs and line drawings, this book is just the thing for someone discovering the pastime and would be ideal for those who have just acquired a garden of some size. Topics covered range from plant biology and propagation, to everyday garden care, fruit and vegetables and growing under cover.' The English GardenKeen ... Read more

    $160.49 HKD