Backyard Roots
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Backyard Roots
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Author : Lori Eanes
language : en
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Release Date : 2013-03-04
Backyard Roots written by Lori Eanes and has been published by Mountaineers Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-04 with Gardening categories.
CLICK HERE to download two urban farming profiles from Backyard Roots (Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox) * An inspiring book that features 35 urban farmers from Northern California, Oregon, Washington and British Columbia * Stories, advice and tips to help you succeed in growing food, raising animals and building community * Features over 200 photos * A follow-up title to the 2012 Nautilus Book Award-winning The Urban Farm Handbook The burgeoning range of people now turning their urban backyards into homesteads is wide and varied, from families with young children, to immigrants recapturing their original culture, to idealistic twenty-somethings seeking community. Many of these farmers have a special lesson or inspiration to share with those who aspire to, or simply appreciate, the urban farm lifestyle. Backyard Roots is a unique project by California-based photographer Lori Eanes that evocatively and intimately explores the lives of 35 urban farmers in Northern California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. In these stories and photos you'll find people like Laura Allen, the Oakland-based cofounder of Greywater Action, a policy and education nonprofit that promotes the use of greywater systems. In Vancouver, aquaponic farmer Jodi Peters sustainably grows and harvests tilapia in sync with her organic vegetable garden. Or meet Jonathan Chen, a young cancer survivor who now manages the Danny Woo Community Gardens in south Seattle, where a group of Southeast Asian immigrants farm in a vibrant mix of cultures. From the elderly to the young, the trendy to the purely functional, here are inspiring stories, ideas on how to make it happen, tips on everything from chicken keeping to community health, and so much more. Find additional pictures, stories and updates from the farmers featured in Backyard Roots at backyardrootsblog.com Winner of the Nautilus Awards 2014 "Better Books for a Better World" Gold Award!
Understanding Roots
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Author : Robert Kourik
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015-08-24
Understanding Roots written by Robert Kourik and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-24 with categories.
Understanding Roots uncovers one of the greatest mysteries underground—the secret lives and magical workings of the roots that move and grow invisibly beneath our feet. Roots, it seems, do more than just keep a plant from falling over: they gather water and nutrients, exude wondrous elixirs to create good soil, make friends with microbes and fungi, communicate with other roots, and adapt themselves to all manner of soils, winds, and climates, nourishing and sustaining our gardens, lawns, and woodlands. Understanding Roots contains over 115 enchanting and revealing root drawings that most people have never seen, from prairies, grasslands, and deserts, as well as drawings based on excavations of vegetable, fruit, nut, and ornamental tree roots. Every root system presented in this book was drawn by people literally working in the trenches, sketching the roots where they grew. The text provides a verydetailed review of all aspects of transplanting; describes how roots work their magic to improve soil nutrients; investigates the hidden life of soil microbes and their mysterious relationship to roots; explores the question of whether deep roots really gather more unique nutrients than shallow roots; shares the latest research about the mysteries of mycorrhizal (good fungal) association; shows you exactly where to put your fertilizer, compost, water, and mulch to help plants flourish; tells you why gray water increases crop yields more than fresh water; and, most importantly, reveals the science behind all the above (with citations for each scientific paper). This book contains at least eighty percent more new information, more results of the latest in-depth and up-to-date explorations, and even more helpful guidelines on roots than the author’s previous book (Roots Demystified: Change Your Garden Habits to Help Roots Thrive). This is not a revised edition—it’s a whole new stand-alone book.
Backyard Bounty
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Author : Linda Gilkeson
language : en
Publisher: New Society Publisher
Release Date : 2018-03-20
Backyard Bounty written by Linda Gilkeson and has been published by New Society Publisher this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-20 with Gardening categories.
“Very likely the best book ever written on growing food in the Pacific Northwest, and it sets a whole new standard for garden writing.”—Mark MacDonald, West Coast Seeds Grow more food, with less work, in any yard—now completely revised and expanded! Are you itching to start your own garden or grow more in the one you have, but feel that gardening is too challenging or time-consuming for your busy schedule? Now completely updated and expanded, Backyard Bounty will demystify gardening, bringing it back to the down-to-earth, environmentally practical activity that anyone can enjoy. Author and master gardener Linda Gilkeson covers everything you’ll need to grow a successful garden, including: Planning your garden and preparing the soil Organic fertilizers and simplified composting Planting for winter harvests and intensive planting schedules Comprehensive information on pests, diseases, and working with an unstable climate Greenhouses, tunnels and containers Organic pest management. Packed with a wealth of information specific to the Pacific Northwest, this complete guide emphasizes low-maintenance methods, covers problems related to common pests and climate concerns, includes a monthly garden schedule for year-round planting and harvesting, and features plant profiles for everything from apples to zucchini. Perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike, Backyard Bounty shows how even the smallest garden can produce a surprising amount of food twelve months of the year. “Backyard Bounty is remarkably thorough, from roots to pests to pruning to crowns, and it inspires even the experienced grower. Just like homemade soil for a bedding plant, this book is loaded with the richness we need in order to feed ourselves.”—Lyle Estill, author of Backyard Biodiesel
My Backyard Jungle
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Author : James Barilla
language : en
Publisher: Yale University Press
Release Date : 2013-04-22
My Backyard Jungle written by James Barilla and has been published by Yale University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-22 with Nature categories.
DIVThe captivating story of an urban family who welcomes wildlife into their backyard and discovers the ups and downs of sharing habitat/div
The Humane Gardener
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Author : Nancy Lawson
language : en
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Release Date : 2017-04-18
The Humane Gardener written by Nancy Lawson and has been published by Chronicle Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-18 with Gardening categories.
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Backyard Pharmacy
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Author : Elizabeth Millard
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015-05-06
Backyard Pharmacy written by Elizabeth Millard and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-05-06 with Gardening categories.
Easily grow plants & herbs for their healing & natural-remedy properties. Detailed photos, histories, descriptions & step-by-step instructions included.
Backyard Conservation
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
Backyard Conservation written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Backyard gardens categories.
A publication for homeowners which "highlights 10 conservation activities, adapted from farms and ranches, that can be used in your backyard."
Backyard Woods
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
Backyard Woods written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Forestry extension categories.
Backyard Farming On An Acre More Or Less
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Author : Angela England
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2012-12-04
Backyard Farming On An Acre More Or Less written by Angela England and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-04 with Technology & Engineering categories.
For urban and country dwellers alike, a quarter acre is all the space you need to farm all the food you need! Homesteading allows you to feed your family healthy meals harvested right from your own backyard while also reducing your environmental footprint. Live off the land you have. Plant a successful and sustainable farm—on a quarter acre to a full acre and beyond—where you can raise your own fruits, vegetables, chickens, bees, milk-bearing animals, and more. Local, organic food is attainable to you at a fraction of the cost with your own self-contained operation. Angela England runs her family’s successful, small-scale farm, and she teaches you how you can do the same. Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) guides you through the essentials of planning a small farm—decide what should be grown or raised, and implement proven and sustainable homesteading techniques. Learn everything you need to know to maximize your space, yield, and harvest. It’s not glamorous, but it is rewarding, so prepare to get a little dirt under your fingernails and see what kind of gardening and farming magic you—and your land!—are capable of.
What Do You Find In A Backyard
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Author : Megan Kopp
language : en
Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.
Release Date : 2018-01-18
What Do You Find In A Backyard written by Megan Kopp and has been published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-18 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Content-rich photographs and accessible text combine to guide readers as they discover the often overlooked ecosystems found outside their own back doors! Children will be fascinated to learn more about the animals, insects, and plants they often take for granted, including squirrels, skunks, bees, and dandelions.