Flowers Fruit And Vegetables

Author : Giovanni Civardi
Publisher : Search Press
ISBN 13 : 9781844486823
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables written by Giovanni Civardi and published by Search Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Giovanni Civardi has built a formidable reputation worldwide for his skills as both an artist and a teacher, and here he provides a unique introduction to the art of still-life drawing focusing on natural forms. The focus of the book is very much on Giovannis exquisite drawings of a broad range of flowers, fruit and vegetables, which are accompanied by concise, clearly written explanations of perspective, composition, vegetable anatomy and structure, and light and shade. At the start of the book there is a useful section on the various drawing materials that are available, where to find botanical subjects and how to make careful studies and observation. The authors in-depth knowledge of the subject is apparent throughout, making this book an ideal introduction for the beginner, as well as a source of information and inspiration for artists of all abilities.

Author : Lisa Mason Ziegler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 0760357587
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Vegetables Love Flowers written by Lisa Mason Ziegler and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-27 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fight garden pests and increase your yields the natural way with this tried and true technique! Planting vegetables and flowers together is one of the oldest ways to create a healthy, bountiful garden; but there's more to the method than you might think. Vegetables Love Flowers walks you through the ins and outs of companion planting, from how it works to which plants go together and how to grow the best garden for your climate. Alongside gorgeous garden photography, you'll also learn about: Seed-starting, growing, and harvesting How to make garden flower bouquets, with "recipes" for various arrangements How to attract beneficial creatures to pollinate your garden and prey on its pests Pesticide-free pest-control measures Composting heaps and bins With the right information and some careful planning, you can help your plants thrive—and beautify your garden in the process.

Author : Gopinadhan Paliyath
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0813806720
Total Pages : 497 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Postharvest Biology and Technology of Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers written by Gopinadhan Paliyath and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-03-16 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An increased understanding of the developmental physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology during early growth, maturation, ripening, and postharvest conditions has improved technologies to maintain the shelf life and quality of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Postharvest Biology and Technology of Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers provides a comprehensive introduction to this subject, offering a firm grounding in the basic science and branching out into the technology and practical applications. An authoritative resource on the science and technology of the postharvest sector, this book surveys the body of knowledge with an emphasis on the recent advances in the field.

Author : Lois Ehlert
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN 13 : 9780152046330
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.3X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Planting a Rainbow written by Lois Ehlert and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2003 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This educational and enjoyable book helps children understand how to plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings, and nurture their growth. Lois Ehlert's bold collage illustrations include six pages of staggered width, presenting all the flowers of each color of the rainbow.

Author : Claire Splan
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 159186528X
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book California Fruit & Vegetable Gardening written by Claire Splan and published by . This book was released on 2012-04-23 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This easy-to-follow guide features planting, care, and harvesting information for more than 60 edibles; popular vegetable selections from artichokes to turnips; a variety of common and unusual fruits, nuts, and herbs; and advice on garden planning, creating the perfect soil, watering, and more.

Author : Elizabeth Schneider
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0688160646
Total Pages : 554 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Uncommon Fruits & Vegetables written by Elizabeth Schneider and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 1998-06-17 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes a variety of unusual fruits and vegetables from around the world, explains how to select and store each food, and provides a variety of recipes.

Author : Diana Anthony
Publisher : Warwick House Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781894020558
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ornamental Vegetable Garden written by Diana Anthony and published by Warwick House Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Louis the XIV commissioned a landscape gardener to design the Potager de Roi at Versailles. Many of the fruit and vegetable pruning systems developed by this gardener are still in use today. This beautiful book illustrates the design and planting of the ornamental vegetable garden, where aesthetics and practicality combine to create edible gardens.

Author : Niki Jabbour
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1603427856
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Year-Round Vegetable Gardener written by Niki Jabbour and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2011-12-14 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even in winter’s coldest months you can harvest fresh, delicious produce. Drawing on insights gained from years of growing vegetables in Nova Scotia, Niki Jabbour shares her simple techniques for gardening throughout the year. Learn how to select the best varieties for each season, the art of succession planting, and how to build inexpensive structures to protect your crops from the elements. No matter where you live, you’ll soon enjoy a thriving vegetable garden year-round.

Author : Matthew Biggs
Publisher : Richmond Hill, Ont. Firefly Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 650 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit written by Matthew Biggs and published by Richmond Hill, Ont. Firefly Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The demand for locally sourced organic foods continues to rise. This resource is a prime reference for the many who are growing or wanting to grow their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. The book features superb full-color photographs and illustrations and an easy-to-use A-Z directory. Comprehensive growing, harvesting and preserving tips and a wealth of recipes are a boon to gardeners and cooks alike. Practical aspects of gardening are explained in detail, with in-depth sections on creating a garden, pollination, soil fertility and greenhouse growing. Some of the topics covered are: Nutritional values The most useful and most recommended varieties Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines Cropping, harvesting and storing Weed, pest and disease control Ornamental and wildlife value Pruning and training Companion planting Container growing. A yearly maintenance calendar, glossary, further reading section, seed sources list and detailed index round out this outstanding book.

Author : Niki Jabbour
Publisher : Storey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 161212061X
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Groundbreaking Food Gardens written by Niki Jabbour and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2014-03-25 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow your zany muse and get creative with your vegetable garden. Niki Jabbour brings you 73 novel and inspiring food garden designs that include a cocktail garden featuring all the ingredients for your favorite drinks, a spicy retreat comprising 24 varieties of chile peppers, and a garden that’s devoted to supplying year-round salad greens. Created by celebrated gardeners, each unique design is accompanied by both plant lists and charming anecdotes. This fully illustrated collection glitters with off-beat personality and quirkiness.