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A stunning tribute to New Zealand's historic station homesteads, sharing the stories that have shaped these iconic rural landmarks.
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By Morris, Matt
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- RRP: $45.00
- $38.25
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- Pub Date
20 Nov 20
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Common Ground: Garden histories of Aotearoa takes a loving look at gardens and garden practices in Aotearoa New Zealand over time. While a lot of gardening books focus on the grand plantings of wealthy citizens, Matt Morris explores the historical processes behind 'humble gardens...' - those created and maintained by ordinary people. From the arrival of the earliest Polynesian settlers carrying precious seeds and cuttings, through early settler gardens to 'Dig for Victory' efforts, he traces the collapse and renewal of home gardening culture, through the emergence of community initiatives to the recent concept of food sovereignty. Compost, Maori gardens, the suburban vege patch, the rise of soil toxin levels, the role of native plants and City Beautiful movements ... Morris looks at the ways in which cultural meanings have been inscribed in the land through our gardening practices over time. What do our gardens say about us, and where we have been? Matt Morris digs deep in Common Ground.
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How to grow your own food in the smallest spaces - in pots on balconies, terraces and windowsills Increasingly people are keen to grow some of their own food, giving them fresh, delicious and healthy ingredients right on their doorstep. Home-grown food also means reduced food mil...es and packaging, and reminds us where food comes from and how cultivation occurs. With backyards shrinking and more people living in apartments, we need to find a range of fruit, veggies and herbs that will grow and thrive in small spaces. Whether you love lush leafy greens, tangy citrus, crunchy carrots or vine ripened tomatoes, there are lots of edible plants that can be grown in pots, hanging baskets and vertical gardens on sunny balconies, verandas and patios, opening up the wonderful world of home-grown to everyone. This book provides the best information on which edible plants to grow in pots and how to care for them, no matter what your skill level. With loads of glorious photographs for inspiration, it puts 'patio to plate' within reach of everyone no matter what their gardening space.
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A wartime saga that highlights the role of women at Kew Gardens, licensed publishing with heritage brand Kew Gardens
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A one-stop treasure trove from the RHS that covers every aspect of gardening, from planning and planting to growing and care. Choose plants that will thrive in your space. Design a border for year-round colour. Grasp different pruning techniques. Discover how to protect your veg ...patch from pests. Make the best compost. Delve into this concise, practical encyclopedia to find all the ideas and advice you need to create a spectacular, thriving garden.
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Grow Your Own Spices shows gardeners of all skill levels how to grow their own spices, including ginger, turmeric, saffron, cumin, and many more.
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The all-you-need-to-know guide to provide the best and get the most out of your favourite houseplants.
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Just bought a huge palm tree and not sure how to make it thrive? Pick up this book. Want to propagate a succulent? Pick up this book. Are flies hounding your favorite fern? Pick up this book. It's the only plant book you'll ever need again. From Lauren Camilleri and Sophia Kaplan... of the Leaf Supply nursery comes this definitive book for house plant care. In these pages are hundreds of botanical beauties, each photographed and explained in great detail. Every single plant mentioned in this book is broken down into the basics: light exposure, how to water (and/or spray), when you need fertilizer, when you don't need fertilizer, and more! From your Monstera Deliciosa (swiss cheese plant) to your Nephrolepis Bisserata (giant sword fern), this book will give you all the tools you need to make your houseplants thrive. After all, we've all experienced the tragedy of having a houseplant die on our watch, but now, with this book you need never feel that pain again.
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By Rouse, Dan
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- RRP: $40.00
- $30.00
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Create a flourishing wildlife haven for a wide range of birds. Fill your garden with a variety of local birds by providing them with the environment they need to thrive. Birds need our help, as the numbers of many species are declining. And since it's been proven that listening t...o the calming trill of birdsong is good for us, it's a win-win situation if we give them a hand. You can support bird populations by providing a safe haven that has the best shelter, food, and nesting opportunities for them. How to Attract Birds to Your Garden shows you how to optimize your outdoor space for birds, providing the food and nesting spaces they need to survive. Discover the best plants to grow for food and shelter, which birdfeeders, feed, and nest boxes to buy and how to make them predator-proof, as well as how to encourage diversity and a broad range of bird species. No need to be an expert gardener already, or to break the bank - many of the most beneficial features can be installed easily and cheaply, and many you can build yourself or upcycle to be eco-friendly.
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By Klein, Carol
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- RRP: $60.00
- $46.80
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From BBC Gardeners' World presenter and bestselling author, Carol Klein, comes the definitive guide to getting the most out of your allotment or veg plot.
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