California Gardeners Handbook

Author : Bruce Asakawa
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1610587367
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Gardener's Handbook written by Bruce Asakawa and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVWith over 100 years of combined gardening experience, renowned California horticulturalists Bruce and Sharon Asakawa bring you the perfect when-to, how-to, and what-to plant guide for gardening in the Golden State./divDIV/divDIVPerhaps you’ve always entertained the idea of cultivating a garden in your California landscape, but have never quite known where to begin. Perhaps you’ve stood helplessly by as your once-beautiful calico flowers withered beneath the persistent western sun. Don’t despair! Fortunately, there’s a specialized gardening guide to the rescue, tailored exclusively to the needs of California residents./divDIV/divDIVIn California Gardener’s Handbook, beloved California gardening duo Bruce and Sharon Asakawa walk you through 350 plant species destined to flourish amid the varied climates and environmental challenges of California. With the help of gorgeous photography and foolproof instructions, they’ll teach you how to plant, prune, water, control pests, and care for your personal outdoor oasis. Fifteen plant categories give you hundreds of choices, letting you find the flora that best fit your microclimate. Even better, the Asakawas provide twelve full months of when-to advice for each plant category, allowing you to successfully enjoy this peaceful pastime all year round. Whether you’re craving the sweetness of the dragon fruit or longing for the cheery visual splendor of the blue marguerite daisy, California Gardener’s Handbook will equip you to confidently awaken your inner gardening enthusiast./div

Author : Claire Splan
Publisher : Month by Month Gardening
ISBN 13 : 159186609X
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Month-by-Month Gardening written by Claire Splan and published by Month by Month Gardening. This book was released on 2014-12-04 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An introductory overview of California's microclimates and soil types, along with a primer on general gardening techniques and a color-coded USDA zone map, prepares you to make your best effort as a gardener in California.

Author : Dennis Pittenger
Publisher : UCANR Publications
ISBN 13 : 1601078579
Total Pages : 702 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Master Gardener Handbook, 2nd Edition written by Dennis Pittenger and published by UCANR Publications. This book was released on 2014-12-15 with total page 702 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since it was first published in 2002, the California Master Gardener Handbook has been the definitive guide to best practices and advice for gardeners throughout the West. Now the much-anticipated 2nd Edition to the Handbook is here—completely redesigned, with updated tables, graphics, and color photos throughout. Whether you're a beginner double digging your first bed or a University of California Master Gardener, this handbook will be your go-to source for the practical, science-based information you need to sustainably maintain your landscape and garden and become an effective problem solver. Chapters cover soil, fertilizer, and water management, plant propagation, plant physiology; weeds and pests; home vegetable gardening; specific garden crops including grapes, berries temperate fruits and nuts, citrus, and avocados. Also included is information on lawns, woody landscape plants, and landscape design. New to the 2nd Edition is information on invasive plants and principles of designing and maintaining landscapes for fire protection. Inside are updates to the technical information found in each chapter, reorganization of information for better ease of use, and new content on important emerging topics. Useful conversions for many units of measure found in the Handbook or needed in caring for gardens and landscapes are located in Appendix A. A glossary of important technical terms used and an extensive index round out the book.

Author : Nan Sterman
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 9781591862673
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Gardener's Guide Volume II written by Nan Sterman and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gardening is now the favorite leisure pastime in America. Homeowners are realizing the health benefits derived from gardening and the increase in their home's property value. This book contains easy-to-use advice on the top landscape plant choices. It also recommends specific varieties, and provides advice on how to plant, how to grow and how to care for the best plants.

Author : Bruce Asakawa
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
ISBN 13 : 1610587359
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Getting Started Garden Guide written by Bruce Asakawa and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVHave you ever wondered which plants and flowers to grow in California, and how to do it?/divDIV/divDIVThe California Getting Started Garden Guide features region-specific advice on planting, growing, and caring for more than 150 of California’s top ornamental and native plants. From flowers and grasses to trees and palms, this step-by-step guide includes useful information for the novice and experienced gardener alike, geared exclusively toward the particular climatic concerns of Californians. With gorgeous full-color photos of each plant, this book will increase the enjoyment and satisfaction of any gardener hoping to learn about—and master—the natural environment of California./div

Author : Bruce Asakawa
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1930604475
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Gardener's Guide written by Bruce Asakawa and published by . This book was released on 2001-09-03 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each of the 169 specially selected plants featured in this book is showcased in glorious full color. Valuable information on planting, caring, and protection is included for each plant and a map designates each plant's preferred growing zones.

Author : Katherine Grace
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 9780811853125
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Northern California Gardening written by Katherine Grace and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2005-11-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beloved perennial of the green-thumbed in the golden state, and now revised and sporting a gorgeous new cover, Northern California Gardening is a comprehensive, illustrated guide for both novice and expert gardeners. San Francisco Chronicle garden columnist Katherine Grace Endicott maps out the rewards of reaping what you sow from flowers and fruits to herbs and vegetables throughout Northern California. The unique month-by-month format helps readers find answers when they need them, while detailed information on native and nonnative species and basic planting and pruning techniques make carefree gardening easier than ever. Add to that a completely new and updated source list, and finding just the right plants and seeds is as simple as watching them grow.

Author : Jennifer R. Bartley
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 0881929565
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Kitchen Gardener's Handbook written by Jennifer R. Bartley and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2010-11-24 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A mouthwatering picture book.” —Toronto Tasting Notes No longer content with separating the plants they grow to eat and the plants they grow for beauty, gardeners are discovering the pleasures of incorporating both edibles and ornamentals into their home landscapes. The Kitchen Gardener's Handbook makes it easy. Whether she's sharing tips on planting radishes in spring, harvesting tomatoes in summer, or pruning perennials in winter, Bartley's friendly advice gives gardeners the tools they need to build and maintain a kitchen garden. Readers will learn how to plant, grow, and harvest the best vegetables, fruits, greens, and herbs for every season. They'll also find seasonal recipes that celebrate the best of the harvest, monthly garden chores, eight sample garden designs, and information on using cut flowers for decoration. The Kitchen Gardener's Handbook is a guide for gardeners who want it all—the freshness of fruits and vegetables and the beauty and simplicity of hand-picked bouquets.

Author : John Cretti
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 1591865409
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rocky Mountain Gardener's Handbook written by John Cretti and published by . This book was released on 2012-11-30 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocky Mountain Gardener's Handbook is an all-inclusive gardener's reference book. It includes plant information as well as when-to-do-it information. Covering decorative landscape plants and edible plants, this handbook is a thorough introduction to gardening in the Rocky Mountains.

Author : Pat Munts
Publisher : Gardener's Handbook
ISBN 13 : 1591866065
Total Pages : 259 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Northwest Gardener's Handbook written by Pat Munts and published by Gardener's Handbook. This book was released on 2014-12-16 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the complete guide to gardening in Oregon, Washington, Northern California & British Columbia. You'll get when-to information & problem solving help.