A History Of Zinnias

Author : Eric Grissell
Publisher : Purdue University Press
ISBN 13 : 1557539073
Total Pages : 315 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book A History of Zinnias written by Eric Grissell and published by Purdue University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A History of Zinnias brings forward the fascinating adventure of zinnias and the spirit of civilization. With colorful illustrations, this book is a cultural and horticultural history documenting the development of garden zinnias—one of the top ten garden annuals grown in the United States today. The deep and exciting history of garden zinnias pieces together a tale involving Aztecs, Spanish conquistadors, people of faith, people of medicine, explorers, scientists, writers, botanists, painters, and gardeners. The trail leads from the halls of Moctezuma to a cliff-diving prime minister; from Handel, Mozart, and Rossini to Gilbert and Sullivan; from a little-known confession by Benjamin Franklin to a controversy raised by Charles Darwin; from Emily Dickinson, who writes of death and zinnias, to a twenty-year-old woman who writes of reanimated corpses; and from a scissor-wielding septuagenarian who painted with bits of paper to the “Black Grandma Moses” who painted zinnias and inspired the opera Zinnias. Zinnias are far more than just a flower: They represent the constant exploration of humankind’s quest for beauty and innovation.

Author : Monica Wellington
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0735232059
Total Pages : 40 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Zinnia's Flower Garden written by Monica Wellington and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-02-03 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Springtime is here, and Zinnia can’t wait to plant her seeds and watch them grow. She carefully takes care of her garden, watering her plants, weeding, and waiting patiently for something to sprout. And soon enough, the first seedlings appear! With art just as colorful as a garden in bloom, young readers will enjoy watching Zinnia’s beautiful garden grow, and may even be inspired to start one of their own.

Author : Mary Lahr Schier
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781681340463
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book The Northern Gardener written by Mary Lahr Schier and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tips and tricks for the northern gardener collected from 150 years of Minnesota State Horticultural Society publications. Illustrated with color photos and vintage artwork.

Author : Patricia Hruby Powell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781893354388
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Zinnia written by Patricia Hruby Powell and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A story of adventure! When the Navajo people are on the brink of a devastating famine, the boy Red Bird is sent to ask Spider Woman for her help. On his journey he encounters a lizard, a Gila monster, a snake, and a flock of sun-yellow birds. Will they help Red Bird find Spider Woman in time to save the crops?

Author : Missy Rolfe
Publisher : Eabooks Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781952369698
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Lena's Zinnias written by Missy Rolfe and published by Eabooks Publishing. This book was released on 2021-05-14 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lena loved to grow bright, colorful zinnias. Her love of flowers was passed on to her daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter too! They all brought smiles to others when they shared the flowers they grew. This sweet story teaches about the beauty of family and sharing joy with those around us.

Author : Pippa Le Quesne
Publisher : Frederick Warne Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780723257745
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Zinnia's Magical Adventure written by Pippa Le Quesne and published by Frederick Warne Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Zinnia loves living in the garden, but one day she decides to have an adventure! She follows some children into the wild marshes, but how will she find her way home again?"--Page 4 of cover.

Author : Anita Lobel
Publisher : Greenwillow Books
ISBN 13 : 9780688147372
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Alison's Zinnia written by Anita Lobel and published by Greenwillow Books. This book was released on 1996-04-25 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An unusual alphabet book incorporates reinforcement of individual letters into a dazzling display of floral painting as Lobel links girls' names, flowers, and verbs in a chain of floral gifts."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.

Author : Sanyat Misra
Publisher : Kruger Brentt Publisher Uk. Limited
ISBN 13 : 9781787150072
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Commercial Ornamental Crops written by Sanyat Misra and published by Kruger Brentt Publisher Uk. Limited. This book was released on 2017 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -Explain exclusively on production technology of 29 most commonly cultivated ornamental plants and related aspects of postharvest management of various commercial ventures -Each chapter gives a succinct accrued of significant scientific works carried out worldwide -Detailed Glossary of the important terms and index in provided at the end of the work -Book will cater to the needs of students, teachers, researchers, horticultural, training centre's and department officers engaged in the field of horticulture and over all to the growers to generate more income

Author : Advolly Richmond
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books
ISBN 13 : 0711282226
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book A Short History of Flowers written by Advolly Richmond and published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books. This book was released on 2024-03-05 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In A Short History of Flowers, Advolly Richmond of Gardeners' World explores the exciting stories behind the most popular garden flowers.

Author : Piet Oudolf
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604699736
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Download or read book Planting the Natural Garden written by Piet Oudolf and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “If the world of gardening has rock stars, Piet Oudolf qualifies as Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Prince rolled into one.” —Gardenista The original publication of Planting the Natural Garden ushered in a revolution in landscape design: the New Perennial Movement. Spearheaded by internationally renowned designer Piet Oudolf, and incisively articulated by the late plantsman and designer Henk Gerritsen, it transformed private and public spaces with its emotionally resonant, naturalistic use of hardy perennials and grasses. Now this classic has been expanded and updated to include scores of new plants and combinations. Packed with practical information and visual inspiration, Planting the Natural Garden zeroes in on the New Perennial Movement’s power to move us, making its distinctive plant palette available to all. For enthusiasts of these vibrant landscapes, it is an essential text; for gardeners who love the dreamy moods and colors that Oudolf and Gerritsen celebrate, it’s the key to a magic kingdom of garden beauty.