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This Piranesi Press classic 1852 reprint of the 2nd revised edition of Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward's classic treatise on the Wardian case, —or covered glass aquariums and greenhouses as we know them today— , is sure to please the natural history buff, horticulturist, or gardener in your family. N.B. Ward was a renowned botanist and problem solver. He became highly sought after for his expertise after introducing to the world his method for transporting plants under glass from across the British Empire on long and arduous ship journeys. This book is basic reading for anyone wishing to gain a foundational understanding of the plant growing mechanisms involved in terrarium and greenhouse g ...

Organic gardening is more than a plan for your garden it is a return to the ways of old in the world of gardening. For centuries before pesticides were created man managed to live off the abundance of his gardens. It makes sense that by returning to those ideals we can also enjoy great food and a bountiful harvest in the modern world. Make the choice today to make your summer garden an organic garden and reap the benefit in better health and greater enjoyment of the gardening process. Keep your garden healthy, well fertilized, watered regularly and appropriately, and free of weeds. A good offense is the best defense. A good immune system and constant hand washing are the best defense ...

Are you ready to landscape your home? This easy to read guide takes you, step by step, through the essential steps to install a new landscape. From beginning to end, the procedures allow you to properly evaluate your yard and make the right decisions on how to get started. By following these easy instructions, you are on your way to a landscape that will not only add beauty to your home, but also increase your home's value. We get directly to the point about site consideration, plant selection, soil preparation, fertilization, mulching and irrigation. The plant recommendation guide offers selections of plants, from Trees to Ground Covers, that have proven to work well in South Fl ...

Following the publication of the Vitale volume, "Ferruccio Vitale; Landscape Architect of the Country Place Era" research and discoveries continued on the life and works of this noted professional. It was discovered that Vitale had created additional collaborative firms: Vitale and Rothery; and Vitale and Geiffert and Gilmore Clarke. There were discoveries of little known commissions unearthed by the book’s publication. Additionally, there have been discovered texts and pictures which expands the presentation of projects cited in the original volume. The Sequel book includes a presentation of a Federal commission that challenged Schnadelbach's findings. The Sequel book then, is to be con ...

Do you feel like no matter how much love and attention you give to your plants you can't seem to keep them happy? Well, there is such a thing as giving a plant too much attention you know. We all do our best but sometimes our plant care can fall short. The Modern Plant Parent walks you through all parts of plant care and will help you tweak your routine to keep your plants thriving!

A reprint of a United Nations Document outlining the current chemistry behind separation, synthesis and testing techniques of opium alkaloids.