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Plants with Style: A Plantsman's Choic- es for a Vibrant, 21st-Century Garden By Kelly D. Norris Blow the cobwebs out of your garden and liven it up with some provoca- tive newcomers that are sure to make the neighbours’ jaws drop. Plant guru Kelly Norris is a passionate horticul- turist and self-proclaimed, fervent young plant geek. He will guide you through the botanical riches available to today’s gardeners, highlighting all of the A-list plants for seasonal standout, environment, structure and stunning combinations. Learn which trees and shrubs offer sublime structure or beau- tiful bark, native plants that will thrive and unusual gems. More importantly, he will teach you how to inject your own personal style while maintaining harmony. As Kelly puts it, “A garden is the best way to savor life on earth.” This is your guide to the plants that will provide a richer, more fulfilling connec- tion between you and your own garden. $52.95
Free-Range Chicken Gardens: How to Create a Beautiful, Chicken-Friendly Yard By Jessi Bloom “If your garden fantasies involve chick- ens, Jessi Bloom is here to make those dreams come true. Bloom's clever book is an expert guide for the untutored. - New York Times Book Review” If you are even contemplating keeping chickens and still want to enjoy a beau- tiful garden, you are in luck. Did you know that chickens can actually help your garden grow? An essential hand- book that covers it all – chicken keep- ing basics (coop design, dietary needs, chicken personality), simple garden plans, fencing, plant choices, and step by step instructions to get your chicken garden going. $29.95
Ground-breaking Food Gardens: 73 Plans That Will Change the Way You Grow Your Garden By Niki Jabbour Straight from the experts – 73 novel and inspiring food garden designs created by horticulturists, community gardeners, bloggers and print writers, television and radio hosts and other professional gardeners are shared in this diverse collection. From cocktail gardens to spicy retreats each garden is accompanied by plant lists, design illus- trations, quirky anecdotes and pretty illustrations. While the book does not include photos, brief bios of all the contributors along with website links to photos and more information are provided. $29.95
Cultivating Garden Style: Inspired Ideas and Practical Advice to Unleash Your Garden Personality By Rochelle Greayer Create a space that reflects your own individuality. Rochelle Greayer features 23 unique styles and provides advice on how to recreate the look. Step-by- step projects, including how to make a macramé plant hanger, will help you to personalize the space. Buying guides, tips and tricks on how to pick the right plant combinations provide essential lessons on design. With over 1,500
colour photos to provide inspiration for your outdoor sanctuary, you will find yourself coming back to this great refer- ence book again and again. $53.00
Practical Permaculture for Home Land- scapes, Your Community, and the Whole Earth By Jessi Bloom and Dave Boehnlein The ideal book for both the beginning and advanced permaculturist – it covers the basic principles of permaculture: take care of the earth, and the earth will take care of you. The authors outline basic concepts providing their expert advice through excellent real-life exam- ples, photos and diagrams, including information on how to apply perma- culture in colder climates. The entire design process, from land assessment to a completed master plan is discussed, as well as detailed information on plants, water, waste, energy, shelter, food, animals and structures. What makes this book a standout? It makes permaculture accessible to the average homeowner interested in lessening their impact on the natural world. $ 44.95
The Art of Gardening: Design Inspira- tion and Innovative Planting Tech- niques By R. William Thomas Chanticleer has been called the most romantic, imaginative and exciting public garden in America. Finally, comprehensive lessons on how to incorporate ideas from this pleasurable garden into your own. Techniques, hardscaping materials, plants and plant sites are all explained in enjoyable essays from the staff gardeners and high- lighted with Rob Cardillo’s exquisite photographs. This is a book for those interested in true garden creation and it is guaranteed to stimulate you. $34.95 h
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