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Container Gardening Season by Season (The Weekend Gardener Series) by Gloria Daniels
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Growing Tasty Tropical Plants in Any Home, Anywhere: (like lemons, limes, citrons, grapefruit, kumquats, sunquats, tahitian oranges, barbados cherries, figs, guavas, dragon fruit, miracle berries, olives, passion fruit, coffee, chocolate, tea, black pe...
Laurelynn G. Martin - 2010
Laurelynn G. Martin and Byron E. Martin show you how to successfully plant, grow, and harvest 47 varieties of tropical fruiting plants — in any climate! This straightforward, easy-to-use guide brings papaya, passionfruit, pepper, pineapples, and more out of the tropics and into your home. With plenty of gorgeous foliage, entrancing fragrances, and luscious fruits, local food has never been more exotic.
Bonsai: A beginners guide
Bonsai Empire - 2014
Our beginners guide contains all the essential information you need in order to succeed. It covers the basic techniques, well illustrated with over a hundred images, and explains everything you need to know in an understandable way. Bonsai Empire is the world's most visited Bonsai website and has provided beginners with quality information for over a decade. We have developed this guide to help you get a taste of this fascinating and living art, and hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do! This book includes: - Over 100 stunning images - Over 80 pages - Explanations of the basic techniques - Care guides on the 10 most popular tree species - Background on the history, definition and styles Walter Pall: "Now here is the ultimate book to lead beginners. I am happy to have been able to contribute to this" Mauro Stemberger "Very clear" and "With great quality drawings and pics"
The Know Maintenance Perennial Garden
Roy Diblik - 2008
Designed by a professional and maintained by a crew, they are aspirational bits of beauty too difficult to attempt at home. Or are they?The Know Maintenance Perennial Garden makes a design-magazine-worthy garden achievable at home. The new, simplified approach is made up of hardy, beautiful plants grown on a 10x14 foot grid. Each of the 62 garden plans combines complementary plants that thrive together and grow as a community. They are designed to make maintenance a snap. The garden plans can be followed explicitly or adjusted to meet individual needs, unlocking rich perennial landscape designs for individualization and creativity.
Gardening 101
Martha Stewart - 2000
Easy to follow illustrated lessons give you all the information you need to grow your favorite vegetables, flowers, trees, and shrubs.
Organic Gardening Beginner's Manual
Julie Turner - 2012
Even if you know nothing about organic gardening.... so you can get back your health and energy and save a stack of money.You're going to learn that organic gardening can greatly improve your health and energy levels while really lowering your weekly food bills, and it only takes about half an hour per week.If you're like me you probably hate the idea of eating foods (and providing them for your family) that may have been grown with chemicals.I want to share with you not only the joy of producing fresh, delicious food for your family, but also the health advantages.... spending time in the fresh air and sunshine, stress relief, and chemical free, vitamin filled, fresh, natural foods - what our bodies really crave for and need.Now you can access the information you want quickly and easily, to make planning and growing your vegetable garden a breeze! Growing our own food makes us less reliant on commercially grown foods. Who knows how long produce might have been sitting around on a shelf, or in a cooler room? Do you wonder just what chemicals have been sprayed on that perfect-looking tomato, that really is quite tasteless? Being able to walk out to your organic vegetable garden and pick your own food - now let's see... how many food miles is that? - Oh, it's none!You'll instantly discover...Your very best area to grow your vegetablesHow to build up healthy, fertile soil without costing a fortuneHow to feed your soil - the organic waysHow to create an easy, 'no-dig' veggie plotMassive savings by learning how to grow from seeds9 Essential tips to successfully transplanting your seedlingsTips for the most effective wateringWhy mulching is a must in every organic garden5 easy ways to keep your garden weed freeHow to slash your food bill in halfThe 7 crucial ingredients to making great compostWhat never to put into your compostHow to make your own organic liquid fertilizers, saving $$'sNatural ways to protect your plants from pests and diseaseTop 10 easiest veggies to growSecrets to growing lush, healthy herbsWhy to include perennial vegetablesWhat you must do to grow your food if space is limitedHow much to plant for your family's needsAnd that's just a small glimpse of what's included. This manual was created to give you simple, concise steps to easily create the right organic food garden for your family. I've gathered this information from both my own experience and from many different resources over the past 20 years.Scroll up and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kindle or other reading device!Happy Organic Gardening, Healthy Living....~Julie
Make It Right
Mike Holmes - 2006
Thousands more see him at his personal appearances and visit his website, looking for advice on renos-gone-wrong. Mike Holmes is Canada's most trusted contractor, a crusader with a mission to expose botched renovations - and now the author of a bestselling book. Mike has taken his professional expertise and tell-it-like-it-is style and turned it into the guide no homeowner should be without. Make It Right walks readers through a renovation from start to finish, from the process of finding a reliable contractor to understanding the legalities of renovation. Mike explains the inner workings of a house, covers the most popular reno projects and describes the most common pitfalls. Packed with informative sidebars, checklists, diagrams and photographs, all showing what to expect from contractors and tradespeople, and how to keep every reno running on time and on budget, Make It Right is the book you need to read before you plan a renovation. Be smart. Take charge. Get it right the first time. About the Author Mike Holmes is the star of the incredibly popular Holmes on Homes program, where, in every episode, he and his trusty renovation crew fix renovation disasters. Mike has more than two decades of construction experience and was schooled by his father, a master plumber, in all aspects of construction and renovation. With a passion for doing things the right way the first time and a deep-seated respect for construction professionals, Mike has worked on hundreds of home and commercial renovation projects, earning a reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and a willingness to stand behind his work.
Apartment Gardening: Plants, Projects, and Recipes for Growing Food in Your Urban Home
Amy Pennington - 2011
Apartment Gardening details how to start a garden in the heart of the city. From building a window box to planting seeds in jars on the counter, every space is plantable, and this book reveals that the DIY future is now by providing hands-on, accessible advice. Amy Pennington's friendly voice paired with Kate Bingham-Burt's crafty illustrations make greener living an accessible reality, even if readers have only a few hundred square feet and two windowsills. Save money by planting the same things available at the grocery store, and create an eccentric garden right in the heart of any living space.
DIY Succulents: From Placecards to Wreaths, 35+ Ideas for Creative Projects with Succulents
Tawni Daigle - 2015
DIY Succulents shows you how to use beautiful and resilient plants like echeveria, sedum, and graptopetalum to craft nature-inspired home decor like rustic tabletop centerpieces and breathtaking wall art. Each page offers details on selecting the right plants and containers for the project, assembling a gorgeous arrangement, and maintaining the garden as it grows. With step-by-step instructions, gardening tips, and dozens of ideas to choose from, anyone can create imaginative succulent crafts like:Living WreathBirch Log PlanterTerrarium NecklaceTopiary BallComplete with photos and plenty of inspiration, DIY Succulents will help you add creativity, color, and personality to every room in your home.
Soup Cookbook: The Ultimate Soup Cookbook: Delicious, Home Made Soup Recipes Anyone Can Make Tonight! Soup Cookbook Series And Soup Cookbook Books (Soup ... Soup Cookbooks, Soup Recipes Cookbook,)
Helen Simmington - 2015
Regularly priced at $4.99. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device. Who doesn't love a beautiful, tasty hot soup on a cold winters morning? It's almost a renowned food in the colder months, and with good reason. If they are made right, they can be absolutely beautiful! In this soup cookbook you will learn some of the best soup recipes that anyone can make, even if you are a beginner. All these recipes have a very short preparation time and you are guaranteed to find a soup recipe in here that you will love. Most people think that soups are just a liquid, but nothing could be further from the truth! This soup cookbook has soups that are chunky if you want chunky or smooth if you want smooth. Some have blended ingredients, some have vegetables or meat that sit in the broth. There is something in here for everyone. The recipes in this soup cookbook can cater to all different tastes and styles. There is even a cheeseburger soup recipe! If you are ready for some awesome, delicious soup recipes to try out tonight, then download this "Soup Cookbook" now! Here Is A Preview Of The Recipes You'll Learn...
Soup Cookbook - Halloween Special Pumpkin Soup
Soup Cookbook - Chicken Tortilla Soup in a Crockpot
Soup Cookbook - Potato Soup with Cheese
Soup Cookbook - Chicken Salsa Soup
Soup Cookbook - Butternut Squash Soup
Soup Cookbook - Cheeseburger Soup
Soup Cookbook - Rich and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Soup Cookbook - Hungarian Mushroom Soup
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The Effective Air Fryer Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide Inclusive of 150 Healthy Recipes
Chef Effect - 2017
Deep frying, which is a popular cooking method in the United States and many Western countries, is pointed out as one of the reasons to blame.So does this mean that we can no longer enjoy our deep-fried favorites? Fortunately, the answer is no.The air fryer was designed specifically for this purpose—so that people can enjoy fried foods without the health drawbacks.An air fryer utilizes what is called “rapid air technology” to cook food that usually requires being submerged in deep fat or oil. What the device does is circulate the air to reach up to 390 degrees F in order to fry foods like fries, chicken, chips, fish and many more.In this book you will learn about:· Air Fryers and How They Work· How to Cook with an Air Fryer· Tips for Using an Air Fryer· Cleaning & Safety Tips· Measurement Unit Conversions· Frequently Asked Questions· 150 Healthy and Tasty Air Fryer Recipes There are breakfast recipes, appetizer recipes, lunch recipes, dinner recipes, snack/dessert recipes, salad recipes, Vegetarian recipes, Paleo diet recipes, and Ketogenic diet recipes. All of the recipes include serving size, preparation time, cooking time, and complete nutritional facts. Some of the recipes included are:· Breakfast Soufflé· Italian Frittata· Baked Vegetable Bread Rolls· Crab Sticks· Meatballs in Marinara Sauce· Stuffed Mushrooms· Salmon Kebabs· Jerk Chicken Wings· Chimichurri Skirt Steak· Spinach Shell Pasta· Barbecue Pork Chops· Honey Figs· Apple Empañadas· Shawarma Salad· Spicy Roasted Squash· Vegetarian Burger· Vegetarian Lasagna· Paleo Chicken Tenders· Keto Cordon Bleu· Avocado Tuna Melt· Bacon Wrapped HotdogsDownload your copy today if you want to start a healthier and easier way to cook for you and your family!
See You on the Effective Side!
-Chef Effect
Chess: The Ultimate Guide for Beginners
Cory Klein - 2017
This is not true. In fact, chess is accessible and can be played by anyone with a brain, a pair of eyes, and imagination. The ultimate guide for beginnersIf you've never played the game of chess or are still discovering it, this book is for you. It is a basic and comprehensive guide that will introduce you to the game and teach you everything you need to know, from the setup of a chess board to the delivery of checkmate. It is filled with advice for beginners, basic tactics, strategies, and diagrams to help you visualize every step of your progress. The start of a lifelong King's huntThe objective of this book is not to make you a chess master. That is an accomplishment that takes decades of research, regular practice, and an insane amount of talent. The goal here is for you to become a decent chess player. After reading this book, you will be able to play games with anyone, practice regularly, and sharpen your chess muscles until you reach a decent level of play. The more you'll play, the better you'll get. But it all starts with the basics which you will acquire in this book. So don't hesitate. If you've always wanted to learn to play chess, now is the time. Just scroll up and grab your copy now!
Bonsai
Peter Warren - 2014
Now DK brings this ancient practice into the 21st century, explaining how to grow and care for bonsai trees with a clear step-by-step approach.Offering easy-to-follow advice and simple photography, Bonsai demystifies the art of bonsai with sequences covering the traditional styles of Chokkan, Moyogi, Shakan, and Kengai, as well as deadwood bonsai styles such as Ishizuki, Yose Uye, and Sharimiki.For bonsai enthusiasts in search of fresh ideas, innovative techniques, and new ways to display their living art, Bonsai is the must-have book of the season.
Regrow your Veggies: Growing Vegetables from Roots, Cuttings, and Scraps
Melissa Raupach - 2018
PRODUCE YOUR OWN PRODUCE!Potatoes need to be dried out first, then planted between January and March.The stems of romaine lettuce will start to sprout roots in water in just 5–10 days.Great to cook with, ginger is also a remedy for stomach pains and colds.Individual coriander stems can't be regrown—make sure you have the roots intact.NASA considers sweet potatoes an essential crop for all future space exploration missions!You can easily regrow scallions both in water and in soil!Don't throw a mango core away—grow an exotic tree instead!Harvesting a whole pineapple may take a few years, but it's such a decorative plant that makes the wait enjoyable!If hard when cut, Jerusalem artichokes can simply be planted directly in soil, no water bath needed!
Composting Inside & Out: 14 Methods to Fit Your Lifestyle
Stephanie Davies - 2011
annually, and the landfills simply store it, not eliminate it. Recycling diverts significant amounts of waste, but the fact remains that the majority of landfill space is occupied by organic material. The good news is composting is a natural and beneficial way to eliminate this waste, and anyone can do it.Whether you live on a farm, in the suburbs or a city apartment, composting is possible. Composting Inside and Out will introduce you to the essentials and explore various methods of indoor and outdoor composting to help you find the perfect fit for your lifestyle.Inside you'll find:A compete overview of the composting processAdvice on finding the right equipmentStep-by-step instruction for fourteen different composting methodsIdeas for using the soil you produceQuick answers to common problemsWhether you create a compost heap, bury your scraps, ferment them, tumble them or feed them to the worms, you too can be successful with composting. Use the fruits of your labor on you houseplants, your lawn, your flowerbeds or your garden. Put your waste and your energy to good use. Reclaim the benefits of participating in the planet's health through composting--its rewards are simply miraculous.
Universally Challenged: Quiz Contestants Say the Funniest Things
Wendy Roby - 2010
This hilarious compendium of stupidity is guaranteed to have readers of any age howling in disbelief, and is the ideal gift for anyone who's ever shouted answers at the TV and thinks they could do better.