Herb Gardening

There’s nothing like the joy of being self-sufficient—knowing that all you need to survive are a few seeds, water, and your hands in the dirt. You might already be totally convinced of the benefits of gardening but worry that your small urban home won’t be big enough to grow a thriving garden. This book is here to show you that there is no urban home that is too small to grow a garden that will bring you endless joy and satisfaction in your life.

Have you ever dreamed of a garden that feels like a secret hideaway, where every plant whispers ancient secrets and every herb holds mystical powers? Imagine a place where you can manifest your desires and enhance your everyday life through the power of nature. Join author Kara Lawrence on a journey into the world of magical gardening, where you'll learn how to create your own enchanted oasis and harness the extraordinary properties of plants and herbs.

Escape into a verdant world nestled right within your urban space with "Urban Herbalist"—a comprehensive guide designed for the modern dweller seeking the enchanting simplicity of indoor herb gardening. This digital tome is your faithful companion through an aromatic journey that transforms any nook into a flourishing oasis. Dive into the core of herb cultivation with Chapter 1, illuminating the wholesome benefits and vast potential that lies in cultivating herbs in limited spaces. Discover how to scout the quintessential spots in your place of dwelling to build a sanctuary for your ...

Have you ever wondered how peas, kale, asparagus, beans, squash, and corn have ended up on our plates? Well, Adam Alexander has. In The Seed Detective, Adam shares his own stories of seed hunting, with the origin stories behind many of our everyday food heroes. Taking us on a journey that began when we left the life of the hunter-gatherer to become farmers, he tells tales of globalization, political intrigue, colonization, and serendipity—describing how these vegetables and their travels have become embedded in our food cultures.

Ever dream of stepping outside and picking fresh, homegrown vegetables straight from your garden—without the stress, guesswork, or endless weeding? Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced gardener looking to maximize your harvest, The Ultimate Vegetable Garden is your go-to guide for growing more food with less effort. This isn’t just another gardening book filled with dry facts. It’s a fun, practical, and no-nonsense blueprint that takes you from seed to harvest—without expensive tools, confusing techniques, or hours of backbreaking work.

Discover how to build and maintain a sustainable raised bed garden with ease, using regenerative practices that lead to abundance year after year. Are you uncertain about how to start your raised bed garden? Do you struggle with understanding soil composition, plant selection, or how to prevent issues like overcrowding or weed invasions? Raised bed gardening has been practiced for centuries because it offers a unique ecosystem that, when properly understood, can yield thriving crops with less effort. In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about planning, ...

Do something good for your family by learning how to plant a garden that will yield healthy, wholesome food throughout the year. Melissa K. Norris, fifth-generation homesteader and host of the popular Pioneering Today podcast, will walk you through each step of the process, from planning your food crops and garden space to harvesting and preserving the food you grow. Even intermediate to experienced gardeners will discover dozens of new ideas.

A lot of famous and successful people are embracing the life of a homesteader. Homesteading has become a catharsis for people who finally want to live the life of a producer rather than a mere consumer. Thousands of people all over the globe have decided to say “yes” to gardening and domesticating animals. But, are you uncertain and hesitant to take the step? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, homesteading doesn’t have to be difficult.

Are you tired of failing at your Florida gardening? Are stink bugs puncturing your tomatoes and nematodes gnawing your eggplants? Is the sand eating your compost like an RV swallows gas? Fear not! You can grow buckets upon buckets of food in Florida - and this book gives you the secrets to pulling it off year after year. Lots more food - for a lot less work!

What the world’s best microgreen growers know, that you don’t...Maybe you’re over 40 years old and starting to become concerned about your health? Maybe you're just intrigued to know what microgreens are, and how fun they could be to grow indoors? Or maybe you’ve attempted to grow microgreens already, but you struggle to cultivate strong, prosperous plants which germinate properly, and grow without getting completely covered in mold. Have no idea where to even begin? Become the microgreen expert in your local area and build a wildly successful green-eco-empire.

A classic of reportage, Oranges was first conceived as a magazine article, but John McPhee kept encountering so much irresistible information that he wrote a book. It is perhaps the last word on the subject (the first came in 500 BC and is attributed to Confucius). McPhee writes about the botany, history, and industry of oranges, from the great orangeries of European monarchs to a fascinating profile of Ben Hill Griffin of Frostproof, Florida, who may be the last of the individual orange barons.

Do you dream of walking through your own kitchen garden with baskets full of delicious food you grew yourself? But are you waiting to begin because you think you don't have enough space, sun, time, or experience? Then consider this: Plants want to grow. And when you match a plant's needs to your own resources, you're just one step away from success in the kitchen garden. Nicole Johnsey Burke—founder of Gardenary, Inc., and author of Kitchen Garden Revival—is your expert guide for growing your own fresh, organic food every day of the year, no matter where you grow.

Unrivaled gardening wisdom from Monty Don, including essential tips, knowledge, and musings from his 50 years of gardening experience. This is Monty Don right beside you in the garden, challenging norms and sharing advice. Discover Monty's thoughts and garden ideas around nature, seasons, color, design, pests, flowering shrubs, containers, and much more. Hear about the month-by-month jobs he does in his own garden that he hopes are relevant to you. Monty's warm voice brings this most intimate book to life - an enriching listen for any gardener.

This essential hydroponics guide gives you the proven step-by-step methods for creating and managing your own successful hydroponic system. With this, you will have the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to grow a selection of herbs, vegetables, and flowers at home - without the use of any soil!

Looking to embark on a sustainable and rewarding journey in your own backyard? Look no further than Edible Gardening Essentials, your one-stop guide to growing your own fruits, vegetables, and herbs! This comprehensive eBook covers everything from soil preparation to plant maintenance, encouraging the cultivation of healthy and natural produce all year round. In Chapter 1, you'll learn the basics of organic gardening and how to set yourself up for success. From there, you'll dive into Chapter 2, where we'll guide you through the ins and outs of building an optimal garden environment. You'll...

*Small Space, Big Flavor: Container Gardening for Culinary Herbs* is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in growing fresh herbs, even in the smallest of spaces. Perfect for urban dwellers, suburban homeowners, or home cooks, this book teaches you how to maximize limited space by creating vibrant container gardens filled with culinary herbs that enhance your dishes with homegrown flavors. The book begins with the fundamentals of container gardening, explaining the many benefits of this versatile method. From controlling the growing environment to optimizing sunlight exposure, container ...

Here's what you'll learn from these three books about Dahlia Plant Care, Growing Mint Indoors, & Quick Guides: Container Gardening. Dahlia Plant Care Varieties and Species: Information on different types of Dahlias, their colors, and growth habits. Planting and Soil Requirements: Best soil types, pH levels, and planting depths for healthy Dahlia growth. Watering and Fertilizing: Optimal watering schedules and types of fertilizers to use at different growth stages. Pest and Disease Management: Common pests and diseases that affect Dahlias and how to manage them. Pruning and Deadheading: ...

Two manuscripts in one audiobook! Listen to Greenhouse Gardening and Container Gardening to learn how to construct your very own greenhouse, with step-by-step building instructions, and tips on year-round planting schedules, equipment and plant selections, lighting, and so much more!

Throughout human history, plants have played a vital role in the development of medicine and herbal remedies, often serving as both healing agents and lethal substances. Among the vast array of flora, many species possess toxic qualities that can pose significant risks if misused. Nevertheless, these poisonous plants have also been harnessed in traditional medicine and contemporary pharmacology to treat various ailments. In this book we will get familiar with the paradoxical nature of poisonous plants, including some flowers- their primary qualities, description of symptoms associated with ...

Companion gardening is just planting certain plants together because they will help each other grow and become healthier. It is said that companion gardening is even better than using fertilizers or artificial ways of letting plants grow because the plants can benefit from each other and it's all a natural process.