Gardening

Ward Lock, (London, 1990).. 255 pp, square 8vo, HC in dust jacket. "Limited space should not be seen as a disadvantage in a garden - a few feet can offer as much scope for planning and design as a few acres." Contents: Town Gardens; Container Gardening; Window Boxes; Herbs;. Plant List. Color photos and b&w drawings. Minor edgewear to boards. Dj has light edgewear, minor rubbing/soiling, light wrinkle at top of back cover. VG+/VG. more information

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Ward Lock, London, (1988).. 128 pp, 4to (11 1/8" H), hard cover in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with color photos, b&w diagrams. "Many people wonder why their expensive and lovingly cared-for bonsai trees fail to flourish, unaware that most bonsai need to be kept outdo. ors...Written by a leading expert on the subject, this lavishly illustrated book covers all aspects of the successful cultivation of indoor bonsai trees...readers are shown how to create their own indoor bonsai at very little cost. Clear and det. a i l ed advice is given on the care of indoor bonsai trees; different styles; their propagation; training; re-potting; and special effects that can be achieved...a separate chapter on pests and diseases; and, finally, a comprehensive illustrated, A. - Z s election of tropical, sub-tropical and tender bonsai." Tiny bump to top corner of both boards and at top of rear hinge. Dust jacket has very minor edge wear, very light rubbing, light edge wrinkling - mainly along top edge, rubbing/color . off set on inside surface. VG/VG. more information

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Macmillan, New York, 1933.. 404 pp, large 8vo (9 11/16" H), hard cover (green boards with gold lettering on spine and front board) - no dust jacket. B&w photographs and drawings. Chapter headings: Preview of the Systematic Treatment; The Taxads, or Yews and Their Kindred; Th. e True Cone-Bearers - Pines; The True Cone-Bearers - Firs and Spruces; The True Cone-Bearers - Cedars, Larches, Cypresses, and Others; The True Cone-Bearers - Junipers; Conifers in the Landscape; Cultivation and Propagation of Conifers; Experienc. e s with Conifers; Insects, Diseases and Injuries of Conifers in North America. Interior - browning to endpapers, a few light foxing marks on preliminaries, very light browning to pages, otherwise clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. . E xt e rior - very light edge wear, very light wrinkling at top/bottom of spine, one tiny corner crease, light soiling on bottom of textblock, browning and small faint watermark on top of textblock. VG. more information

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Better Homes and Gardens, Des Moines, (1995), 3rd printing.. 192 pp, small 4to, HC in dust jacket. Beautifully illustrated with color photographs. "When you give Mother Nature a helping hand, your backyard can become a natural habitat for wildlife of all kinds. This comprehensive guide offers complete deta. ils to help you attract creatures great and small: Profiles four creative gardeners who nurture wildlife as well as plants; Instruction for creating gardens that feature aquatic and meadow habitats; Hints to help attract hummingbirds and butte. r f l i e s; Complete details fon providing housing, food, and feeders for birds of all varieties; Helpful tips on discouraging wildlife pests; Lavish color photographs of gardens and the creatures that call them home." Dust jacket has very minor r. ub bi ng . T his is a new, unread book. NF/NF. more information

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Macmillan Canada, Toronto, (1995).. 80 pp + unique, pull-out herb chart, 4to, card covers. Profusely illustrated with color photos. "A photographic index of 60 herbs ideal for gardeners, chosen for form, flower and leaf color, texture and aroma. Unique pull-out chart offers instant. cultivation details for every herb...illustrated with clear, close-up photographs annotated with information on indentification, habit, and care and cultivation..." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - tiny. b u m p at top/bottom of spine, minor rubbing. This is a new, unread book. VG. more information

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Crowood, Marlborough, 2004.. 208 pp, large 8vo (9 7/8" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 186126609X Profusely illustrated in colour and b&w. "Islamic gardens are enchanting places. Just the names of some of the most beautiful gardens in the world - the Alhambra, the Gener. alife, the Shalimar - conjure up images of calm and even divine beauty. No visitor is left untouched by their magic. (This book) examines that magic, describes the component parts and explains the design and symbolism to allow a deeper understan. d i ng of their beauty. It goes on to give practical suggestions to help anyone create their own Islamic garden in a cooler climate: An introduction to history, symbolism and the Quran in relation to the traditional Islamic garden; The significanc. e of the design and layout of the garden explained, as well as geometry, hard landscaping and architectural elements; Suggestions for designing the garden with water, and recommendations for trees, shrubs and flowers; A unique account of the design. a nd planting of HRH The Prince of Wales' Carpet Garden at Highgrove." Minor edge wear to boards, one small corner bump and two very small corner bumps. Dust jacket has light rubbing, light creases at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds, one small. cl ose d tear - archivally taped. Very Good-/Very Good-. more information

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Phoenix, (London, 1997).. 160 pp, oblong small 8vo (7 1/2" H x 9 7/8" D), soft cover. Profusely illustrated with full color photographs. "England has the finest examples of topiary in the world, from simple geometric shapes to fanciful figures clipped in yew. The clipping. and training of trees is one of the oldest garden art forms...In the seventeenth century no English garden was complete without regiments of leafy figures and hedges clipped in geometric precision. Author Ethne Clark and photographer George Wri. g h t have toured England seeking topiary throughout the land, gathering information on its hisotry and cultivation from the gardeners who tend it. The result...celebrates the diverse art with examples ranging from mazes to Egyptian temples, from . pe ac oc ks to a locomotive engine, from rabbits to a leafy Nessie." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light to moderate rubbing - no color loss, soft crease on covers, tiny surface paper loss at bottom corner. of fr ont cover. VG. more information

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Rodale, Emmaus, Pa., (1975), 3rd printing.. 110 pp, 8vo (8" H), soft cover. "Composting - one of the more ancient of the agricultural arts - is brought thoroughly up to date in this definitive study of its process and principles by Dr. Clarence G. Golueke...Environmentalists will find Dr. Go. lueke's discussion of municipal composting informative and optimistic; small plot gardeners can learn how to forestall the most common composting pitfalls and establish successful methods; instructors in environmental courses, engineers and engin. e e r ing students will find (this) more than just another textbook...combines the technical with the philosophical for a wealth of information and insight on a subject that, until recent years, has been surrounded by legend and hearsay." Interior . - ve ry light browning to inside of covers, otherwise clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light browning to covers, spine and hinges lightly faded, small old blank sticker on front cover, spine flat and uncreased, edges of. t ext blo cks lightly browned. G+. more information

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Conran Octopus, (London, 1995).. 159 pp, 4to (11" H), soft cover with self-flaps. Profusely illustrated with color photographs, color and b&w drawings, diagrams. "An all-embracing manual of garden style which combines good design and practical advice." Projects are gathered unde. r five headings: Seating and Eating; Garden Houses; Patios, Paths and Ponds; Supports and Dividers; Containers. "Each section offers sound advice about how these features can be exploited to bring the various aspects of a garden harmoniously tog. e t h er, illustrated with photographs from stunning gardens around the world. Thirty Conran-designed projects are included which will add flair to your garden and value to your property. Specially commissioned photography and over 130 fail-safe p. ra ct ic al illustrations enable you to build everything from simple decking to a striking summer house, from an awning to a garden bench. Finally, a concise directory of tools, materials and techniques furnishes you with the practical know-how to . ens ure co mplete success." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light rubbing - mainly on rear cover, minor wear at top/bottom of spine and top of rear flap-fold. VG. more information

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William Morrow, New York, (1985), 2nd printing.. 174 pp, large 8vo, HC in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with color photos and b&w drawings. "...packed with information on choosing, preserving and arranging the cut flower...illustrated with splendid bouquets...details up-to-date strategies f. or displaying the most popular flowers, from spare Oriental designs and their contemporary derivations, to massed floral bowls and lofty line arrangements..." Includes wreaths, dried flowers, gift baskets... Moderate edgewear to boards, small. b u m p to bottom of rear board, interior clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Dust jacket has light edgewear/wrinkling/rubbing. VG-/VG. more information

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Ward Lock, (London, 1995).. 144 pp, small 4to, HC in dust jacket. Beautifully illus with color photos and b&w drawings of planting schemes. "From trees to ornamental vegetables, this book covers an enormous variety of plants that can be grown in every part of the bed or bord. er. The author provides essential advice on planting to achieve a particular garden style, as well as practical tips on laying out planting areas, maintaining beds and borders and propagation." Dust jacket has minor edgewear/creasing. NF/VG. more information

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Crowood, Marlborough, 2006.. 128 pp, large 8vo (8 7/8" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 1861268165 Profusely illustrated with colour photographs, drawings. "The practical guide to topiary that will enable anyone to pick up the clippers and start creating unique living art. forms. (Covers:) Assessing the site; Design and structural form: the outdoor space and the topiary piece; Choosing topiary material - suitable species; Preparation and planting - regular and long-term maintenance; Clipping techniques and step-by. - s tep methods of creating topiary pieces; Hedge topiary, simple shapes - complex and figurative shapes; Rejuvenation and propagation." Two small bumps at top edge of front board. Dust jacket has small corner crease and moderate fore-edge wrinkli. ng o n front flap, minor rubbing, two edge creases - one with three tiny tears. Very Good-/Very Good-. more information

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Penguin, Toronto, 1999, first edition.. 199 pp, small 4to (10 3/4" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 0670876399 Profusely illustrated in colour with photographs, plans. "Whether you're starting from scratch or renovating an existing garden, Canadian gardening expert Mark Cullen guide. s you through all the phases of the design process, from important basics to more sophisticated techniques. (This book) provides clear and useful advice on design fundamentals such as working with colour, shape and texture; incorporating garden f. u r nishings, decks and patios; exploring fun and practical theme gardens; planning for year-round appeal; and adapting popular garden styles for the Canadian home. Also included....are original, easy-to-follow garden plans that can be adapted to t. ur n any back or front yard into your own dream garden." Light edge wear to boards, light waviness to edges of textblock. Dust jacket has light wear/wrinkling and small closed tear at top of spine - minor edge wrinkling elsewhere, very light rubbi. ng. Very Good/Very Good. more information

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Artisan, New York, (1997), Ist edition.. 207 pp, large 8vo, HC. "...an in-depth look at the work of ten contemporary garden designers living and working in America and Europe today. The 200 glorious full-color photographs by Erica Lennard and the engaging text by garden writer and design. er Page Dickey capture the spirit and genius of these ten designers. A chapter is devoted to each designer...sources of inspiration, style, philosophy, and method of creation...sketches and garden plans by the designers are also included...In. s p i r a t ional, informative, contemporary, and beautiful, (this book) is a spectacularly crafted object in itself - sure to be one of the major garden style books for many years to come." Designers: Dan Pearson, Nancy Power, Madison Cox, Patric. k Ch as se , Al ain Idoux, Steve Martino, Ron Lutsko, Nancy McCabe, Piet Oudolf, Louis Benech. Very minor edgwear to boards. Dj is price clipped, has light edgewear/scuffing, one tiny closed tear at top of spine, two small dints. VG/VG. more information

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David & Charles, (Newton Abbot, Devon, 1999).. 168 pp, 4to, HC in dust jacket. Profusely and beautifully illus with color photos and drawings. A new and exciting look at the world of container gardening - focusing on the use of bulbs, perennials and herbs - in a wide variety of containers. Am. ong the themes presented are: Mediterranean; American Country; Seaside; English Country; Woodland; Farmyard; Kitchen Garden, and New Rustic. Designs/decoration instructions for containers provided. Small remainder marks on bottom of textblo. c k . D ust jacket has minor edgewear. VG+/VG+. more information

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(Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1997), Ist printing.. 121 pp, large 8vo, soft cover. Profusely illus in color with photos and drawings. "Growing a problem-free garden that doesn't depend on toxic chemicals begins even before the first pest arrives. In this practical, easy-to-follow book, you'll lear. n the good gardening practices that encourage healthy plants and why these are less likely to suffer from insects and diseases. You'll also learn how to attract birds and beneficial insects. But when the plant destroyers do arrive, you'll fi. n d h e r e clear, full-color pictures to let you identify what's eating or sickening your garden - and the specific controls for each." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor edgewear/rubbing, spine flat an. d un c re as ed . VG. more information

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Camden House, (Camden East, Ontario, 1992).. 127 pp, small 4to (10 1/2" H), soft cover. ISBN 0921820437 Color photographs, zone map. Contents: Gardening With the Neighbours; First Steps: Starting a Garden; Building or Rebuilding a Garden; The Care and Feeding of a Garden; A Checklist of Veg. etables; Berries in a Small Garden; Responsible Community Gardening; An Essential Herb Garden; Living Happily With Your Trees; Shrubs: Medium and Small; My Father's Rose Garden; The Absolute Pleasure of Vines; Perennials are Forever (Sort of); Th. e C are and Feeding of Bulbs; The Flexibility of Annuals; A Note on Shady Gardens; Container Gardening; Greenhouses and Six-Mil Plastic; Starting Plants Indoors; Seeds: Sorting Out an Enigma; Some Final Words; Climatic-Zone Map; Sources; Recommende. d R ea ding. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - slight fading to spine color. VG+. more information

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(John Muir Publications, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 1977), 2nd printing.. 161 pp, small 4to (10 3/4" H), soft cover. B&w drawings, diagrams, photographs. Contents: The Greenhouse Biosphere; The Dependence Cycle; The Design; Construction; Performance and Improvements; The Greenhouse Garden; The State of the Art; Appendic. es - Sun Movement Charts; Planting Chart; Ongoing Research. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very light edge wear on spine. VG. more information

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Macmillan, London, (1988).. 224 pp, 4to (11 1/4" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 0333482301 Profusely and beautifully illustrated in color with photographs and reproductions. Contents: Editor's Introduction; Taming the Wilderness; Magic, Medicine and Broth; Branches Th. roughout the World; The Quest for Colour; The Greenhouse Effect; A Natural Romance; One Hundred Historic Gardens to Visit. Small bump to corners of boards, a few tiny dints to bottom edge of front board, very light wrinkling to top/bottom of spi. n e , minor rubbing. Dust jacket has very light edge wear/light edge wrinkling - mainly at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds. VG/VG. more information

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(Camden House, Camden East, Ontario, 1993).. 35 pp, 4to, HC (pictorial boards, no dust jacket). Illus. by Turid Forsythe. This book features more than 150 plants organized by season and color and distinguished by their attractiveness, hardiness and availability. Color illustrations of each . individual plant and sample gardens provide details about blossom, foliage, height and growth habits to enable readers to design a garden to suit their tastes. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very light edge. wear/scuffing, small area at top of spine bumped/scuffed. VG. more information

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Stackpole, Mechanicsburg, PA, 1997.. 252 pp, 8vo (9" H), soft cover. ISBN 0811729257 B&w drawings. "Dr. Bob Gough brings more than 40 years of gardening experience to this definitive guide on growing fruit in temperate-zone regions of the United States. Easy-to-follow instructions . and helpful illustrations take you step by step through the basics: selecting a site; enriching the soil; propagating; controlling pests and weeds; harvesting; pruning; winterizing. Separate sections provide special techniques for achieving bountifu. l harvests of apples, pears, apricots, cherries, peaches, plums, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and various small fruits and nuts. Packed with information not found in other sources, this guidebooks will become an indispensible vo. l ume in your gardening library." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - clean and bright. Fine. more information

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Stackpole, Mechanicsburg, PA, 1996.. 268 pp, 8vo (9" H), soft cover. ISBN 0811730875 B&w drawings. "Based on practices that really work, this thoughfully illustrated book contains a wealth of information from Dr. Bob Gough's 40 years in the vegetable garden. Growing a garden that's. truly productive will be easy once you understand the hows and whys of good gardening practices: starting seeds; hardening off; designing the garden; preparing the soil; rotating crops; selecting fertilizer; preventing weeds; combating pests; harv. e sting; storing. Individual vegetables - from asparagus and eggplant to pumpkins and zucchini - are thoroughly covered, and trouble-shooting question-and-answer sections provide practical solutions to common problems." Interior - clean and tight . wi th no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very light rubbing to glossy covers, soft creases at bottom corners of covers with slight migration into adjacent pages. Very Good. more information

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BBC Books, (1997), Ist edition.. 256 pp, large 8vo (9 15/16" H), hard cover in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with color photos showing gardens, plants and techniques. "Taking as his inspiration the gardens of the past, Geoff shows how to maximize your privacy whether you liv. e in a quiet village or a teeming city. Build an arbour where you can sit and relax, or a living tunnel where you can stroll undisturbed. Recreate the splendid isolation of a woodland glade or use a water feature to add the calming, cooling sou. n d s of running water to the most urban of landscapes. Bring the soothing atmosphere of the monastery cloister to your garden or transport the countryside to your back door with your very own wildflower meadow. With chapters to show how to use c. ol ou r in your garden to the most tranquil effect and how to make best use of scented plants, (this book) has something to satisfy all the senses. And Geoff's extensive planting lists will ensure you get the right plant for the right place in orde. r t o c re ate your own private paradise." Light wrinkling at top/bottom of spine. Dust jacket has light edge wrinkling - mainly at top/bottom of spine, light wear and small loss of laminate at top of rear flap-fold area, light rubbing. VG/VG-. more information

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H.R. Larson, Saskatoon, Canada, (1964), Ist ed.. 128 pp, lg 8vo, HC. Illustrates by means of full col. lithographic reproduction, two hundred wild flowers of the more conspicuous species found in that range of mountains lying west of the Rocky Mountain Trench. Each flower has full botanical info. rmation. Pictorial eps. Dj is rubbed on edges of both panels, has small creases at top and bottom of spine, has two small closed tears on back panel near spine, otherwise bright. NF/VG. more information

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HarperCollins, (Toronto, 1994), Ist edition.. 64 pp, 8vo, soft cover. ISBN 0006380301 From 'The Canadian Garden Collection'. Beautifully illus with color photos. "...demonstrates how to use perennials to establish the underlying design of a unique garden. With an easy-to-follow, alphabetic. al format, (this book) offers advice on cultivating a wide array of hardy, inexpensive and, above all, beautiful plants. Learn all the secrets of keeping perennials in full bloom year after year: planning, spacing, fertilizing, deadheading and b. e a ting the freeze-thaw cycle. Appropriate for every soil condition and climate zone, (this book) will delight novice and veteran gardenr alike." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor rubbing, tiny remaind. er d ot on bottom of textblock. Very Good+. more information

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HarperCollins, (Toronto, 1994), Ist edition.. 64 pp, 8vo, soft cover. ISBN 0006380255 From 'The Canadian Garden Collection'. Beautifully illus with color photos. "...shows us why flowering shrubs are the backbone of every great garden. With an easy-to-follow, alphabetical format, (this boo. k) offers advice on cultivating a wide array of hardy, inexpensive and, above all, beautiful plants. Learn how to use flowering shrubs to create dramtic focal points, sheltered areas, or screen plants; and how to prune and care for them. Appropr. i a te for every soil condition and climate zone, (this book) will delight novice and veteran gardenr alike." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor rubbing. Very Good+. more information

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Lorenz, (London, 1999), Ist ed.. 64 pp, 8vo, HC. "From tiny ground-hugging bushes producing small and delicate flowers to huge tree-like specimens clothed in magnificent and gloriously colored blooms, rhododendrons belong to a diverse and fascinating genus. These hardy evergreen . shrubs offer the potential of color from mid-winter to late summer, but then may also produce exquisitely textured foliage in hues of silver, gold or bronze once the flowering season is over. With over 500 species and thousands of hybrids and culti. vars to choose from, there are rhododendrons to suit almost every garden situation." Covers: History of the R.; Explanation of Classifications; Plant catalog with at-a-glance reference to over 50 varieties of R.; Grower's Guide with everythi. n g y o u need to know in order to cultivate R.s. Full of wonderful color photos by Peter Anderson. Very slight edgewear to bottom boards of book. Dj is nice and bright with just a little edgewear. NF/VG+. more information

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Macmillan, (London, 1968).. 260 pp, 8vo, HC. Based on the author's articles in The Times newspaper, this book is made up of his monthly reflections on the various aspects of the garden, with reminders of jobs to be done each month; it is the distillation of many years thought. about the practical problems that gardeners encounter...arranged by monthly articles going straight through from January to December and is decorated with line drawings (by Martin Bronkhorst). It is both a thoroughly practical book, written . w i t h c harm and affection, and a delightful one to own. Bottom corner of front board and text block bumped, address written in ink at top of contents page. Dj has one or two small closed tears, moderately creased and worn at edges, lightly soi. le d. VG / G+. more information

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W.W. Norton, New York, 2000.. 252 pp, square small 4to (10 1/4" x 10 1/4"), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 039304789X Profusely illustrated with beautiful color photographs. "Thanks to the extraordinary photographs and gardening wisdom in this classic book, the elegant intim. acy of the English cottage garden is a practical possibility for amateur gardeners in diverse regions of the United States. Margaret Hensel, whose photographs and articles on garden design have appeared in 'Horticulture' and many other magazines,. h as analyzed the aesthetic and horticultural elements of ten representative cottage gardens - eight in England and two in the United States (including Tasha Tudor's at Corgi Cottage in Vermont). Her spectacular photographs render the look and atm. o sp here of these gardens, while her text focuses on easily grown, readily available plants that are adaptable to a wide variety of climatic and soil conditions. In the back of the book may be found specific horticultural information on a wide var. ie ty of cottage garden plants commonly available in the United States, glossaries of Latin and common names, a list of sources for old rose varieties, and a detailed index. The gardens in this beautiful book are not those of the great estates of E. ngl and , manicured by staffs of professional gardeners. They are, instead, labors of love on the part of individual homeowners, many of whom started with bleak, rubble-strewn lots and went on to create the enchanted settings pictured here." Light. wri nkli ng and edge wear at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds, light edge wrinkling elsewhere. Fine/Very Good. more information

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Harry N. Abrams, New York, 1998.. 160 pp, small 4to (10 3/4" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 0810933357 Profusely illustrated in color and b&w with photographs, reproductions. "...(presents) the inventive outdoor structures that enlivened three centuries of garden making acro. ss the country. Whether at the residence of such luminaries as Thomas Jefferson or those of more common folk, American home gardens demonstrated the desire both for beauty and for imaginative flights of architectural fancy in even the most utili. t a r ian of objects, resulting in a wealth of appealing structures, many of which exist today." Contents: Ornaments and Necessities in Colonial Gardens; The New Republic, 1780-1810; Arcadian Visions, 1810-1840; Picturesque Gardens and Rustic Seats. , 18 40 -1870; Domestic Nostalgia and Suburban Comfort, 1870-1900; Arts and Crafts and the Colonial Revival, 1900-1930; Bauhaus and the Home Garden, 1930-1960; Looking Back - The Recent Past; Notes; Bibliography; Index. Tiny dint on front board, mi. no r r ubb ing. Dust jacket has light rubbing, light edge wear, tiny chip and light wear at top of flap-folds, one tiny puncture and one tiny shallow dint on front panel. Very Good+/Very Good. more information

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Hamlyn, London, (1978).. 208 pp, 6 3/4" H, hardcover in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with full-page color plates. "Whether grown for their flowers or foliage, berries or bark, shrubs have a role to play in every garden...A large selection of some of the most decorat. ive kinds are described..discusses their cultivation and uses and provides all the essential information on pest and disease control, propagation and pruning, and offers suggestions on how to site the plants..." Minor edge wear to boards. Dust . j a c ket is price clipped, has minor edge. VG+/VG. more information

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Chapters, Shelburne, Vermont, (1994).. 255 pp, 4to, soft cover. Color drawings by Bob Johnson. "...covers 30 of the most common wild plants in North America: their botanical and everday names, recognizable features, habitat, history, myths and practical applications - medicinal, culin. ary and cosmetic." Look at weeds in a whole new light! Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light edgewear/rubbing, soft crease at top corner of rear and bottom corner of front cover, small crease at botto. m o f r ear cover, spine flat and uncreased. VG. more information

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Ward Lock, (London, 1998).. 160 pp, small 4to, HC in dust jacket. Beautiful color photographs and drawings. "...full of original planting ideas to change the look of your garden and to improve areas like dull borders or boring expanses of lawn..." Chapters cover: The Role . of Plants; Assessing Your Garden; Colour; Creating Interest with Architectural Plants; Specimen Plants; Impact All Year Round; The Scented Dimension; Shade; 'Problem' Sites; Containers; 'Instant' Gardens; New Life for Old Borders; Transforming Proje. cts. Slight bumping to corners. Dust jacket has minor edgwear/rubbing, light creasing at top of spine, top/bottom of flap folds. VG/VG. more information

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Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, (1972), 2nd printing.. 113 pp, small 4to (10 3/4" H), soft cover. B&w drawings, photos. Contents: Ideal House Plants; Selecting and Decorating with Ferns and Palms; Keeping Ferns and Palms Beautiful; Ferns and Palms for Special Places; Ferns and Palms - A Check List; P. lants that Resemble Ferns and Palms; Getting the Right Plant; The Many Decorative Uses of Ferns; Plant Protection; Starting your Own Plants; Glossary of Terms. Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - light edge. w e a r / rubbing, a few very soft creases, slight browning to rear cover, spine is flat and uncreased. VG-. more information

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Farrar Straus Giroux, New York, (1984).. 259 pp, large 8vo, hard cover in dust jacket. A collection of over sixty short gardening essays "...about some of the plants I have lived with and loved (and a few that I have disliked or that did not return my affections) over a lifetime of garden. ing...It is also about places where I have lived and gardened...And it is about people..." Small bookstore label on rear pastedown. Dust jacket is price-clipped, minor edgewear/wrinkling/rubbing, very light browning at edges of flaps. VG+/VG. more information

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Blandford, London, (1969 reprint, 1968 2nd, 1963 Ist, 1966 1st).. 4 volumes, consecutively paged to page 1,212, 8vo (8 11/16" H), hard covers (maroon cloth with gold lettering on spines), in dust jackets. Profusely illustrated with b&w and color photographs. "These pictorial encyclopaedias provide a unique refer. ence and a means of quick and easy recognition of cacti and succulents. Every plant illustrated is captioned with its name, together with the Botanical Authority, country of origin, notes on colour, size and general cultivation. The information. i s intended to be non-technical and readily understood by the average collector who follows the hobby for pleasure yet wishes to know a little more...." Light to moderate edge wear to all volumes, light wrinkling at top or bottom of spines of th. r ee v olumes, three very tiny corner bumps, slight discoloration to color on top of textblock of volume one - light migration into top of last few pages, small area of discoloration on top of textblock of volume three, volumes one and two are slig. ht ly cra cked in several places, wrinkling to rear pastedown of volume two, light stain line at fore-edge of free front endpaper in volume three, minor browning to rear pastedown in volume four. Dust jackets - three are price clipped, all have mod. era te edge wear with surface paper loss - mainly at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds, light edge wrinkling, some areas of light browning, some light rubbing and soiling, corner crease on rear flap of volume four, slight fading to color on spine . of v olu me on e. VG/G. more information

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McGraw-Hill, Toronto, (1968).. 148 pp, 8vo, soft cover. Illustrated in b&w with photos, drawings and diagrams. The first 11 pages discuss Canadian frost ratings and growning zones, then the rest of the book follows a week-by-week format, beginning at the first week of January, . covering relevant subjects such as pruning, propagation, planting, etc. Interior - light browning to page edges, otherwise clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - moderate edgewear/rubbing, a few small scuffs blacked out on fr. ont cover/spine, shallow dint across top of textblock, spine flat and uncreased. Sound reference copy.. more information

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Rodale Press, Emmaus, Penn., (1987).. 344 pp, large square 8vo, HC. Tells you how to see the hidden potential in your property and how to make the most of it, turning it into an outdoor living space that your family will really use. Eight chapters of landscaping options to mix and mat. ch in your yard. Illus with b&w line drawings, col. photos. NF/VG+. more information

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Wings, New York, 1988, Ist ed.. 242 pp, square 8vo, HC. Introduces you to more than 300 annuals, many shown by b&w drawings and color photos. Annual plants offer versatility and many possibilities as they last one season and allow you to change the look of your garden every year. . Annuals can also be used to fill in bare spots after perennials have come and gone. Dj has one closed tear (archivally taped). Small remainder dot on bottom of text block. VG+/VG+. more information

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Summit, New York, (1991), Ist printing.. 270 pp, 8vo HC in dust jacket. Color photos. "Charming, fascinating, and helpful, (this book) will bring as much delight to the armchair gardener as to the active one. It contains the kind of expert advice that can be used in any garden...Coverin. g the most common annuals and perennials to the most exotic Japanese gardens, these experts (from the Brooklyn Botanic Garden) will help gardeners through every stage in the life of a garden, from planning and design to caring for sick plants t. o w i n ter care in cold parts of the country...an irresistible array of stories, tips, ideas, and amusement for all gardeners." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - minor edgewear, remainder marks to top edge o. f t ex tb lo ck, minor wrinkling to top/bottom of spine. Dust jacket has light edgewear/wrinkling. VG/VG. more information

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Reader's Digest, Pleasantville, New York, (1998).. 192 pp, 4to (11 1/8" H), hard cover in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with color photographs, drawings. "Through a unique question-and-answer approach, you are introduced to more than 40 fully illustrated, clearly explained projects. Each pro. ject shows you how to transform your garden by enchancing what you already have and adding new features to create eye-catching displays and vistas. From innovative planting designs that can be completed in an afternoon to more extensive makeover. s o rganized into sensible weekend-by-weekend stages, you'll learn how to grow a healthy new lawn or rehabilitate an old one; bring new life to sunny and shady beds and borders; and cultivate herb, wildflower, and other special gardens. Instructio. ns gu ide you through all the details of giving your garden the character and style you want - from improving and building paths and steps, to introducing vertical interest with fences, hedges, and climbing plants, and using adaptable containers to. ch a nge the look of any area..." Small bump at bottom of spine. Dust jacket has very light rubbing, light edge wear - mainly at top/bottom of spine and flap-folds. VG/VG. more information

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Rodale Press, Emmaus, Penn., (1997), Ist ed.. 160 pp, large 8vo, HC. Techniques and plans for beds and borders you can grow and enjoy. Includes 10 beautiful garden designs, plant profiles, step-by-step illustrations and directions, special techniques such as drying flowers, and planting plans. & color illus. A great book for the avid gardener! Dj has slight wrinkling at bottom of spine. NF/VG+. more information

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Taylor, Dallas, Texas, (1999), Ist edition.. 216 pp, 4to, HC in dust jacket. Profusely illus with high quality color photos by Ian Adams. "...twenty garden designers, all of whom call the Midwest region their home. Whether they are landscape architects, landscape designers, horticulturists,. naturalists, nurserymen, or plant collectors, all are alike in one fashion: They bring their own unique styles to the landscape using a palette of plants that are ideal for the Midwest....include(s) prairie gardens, woodland gardens, garden . r o o m s , water gardens, working gardens - all landscapes with rhythm, unity, balance and perspective." Dust jacket has minor edgewear and light creasing. This is a new, unread book. NF/VG. more information

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Lorenz, New York, (1997), Ist edition.. 64 pp, large 8vo, HC in dust jacket. Patterned endpapers, profusely illus in color. "Everything you need to know at a glance...; Full photographic catalog of more than 35 common and exotic fuchsias; For each variety, full botanical information on . history, growth, color, size and flowering; Step-by-step photographic guidance on planting, propagation, pruning and training, and pests and diseases; History, advice on buying and selecting, and tips on growing fuchsias in the garden; The definite. ve guide to one of the most popular and best-loved plants." Dust jacket is price clipped, has minor edgewear, small corner crease to rear flap. VG+/VG. more information

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Phoebe Phillips/Heinemann, (London, 1983).. 160 pp, small 4to, HC in dust jacket. Color photos, b&w and color drawings/plans/layouts. "This invaluable book is for anyone whose gardening is confined to a genuinely tiny plot. Whether you live in a town, the country - or the suburbs - more th. an 225 designs, in delightful color and black-and-white, will inspire you to make the most of every square inch of space. Over 20 color photographs show what really can be done...front enterances, hanging baskets and window boxes to roof garde. n . . . b alconies, front and back spaces and basement areas...kitchen gardens, play areas for children, scented plants - even a corner for pets...", etc. etc. Scuff marks to bottom edge of front board. Dust jacket has light edgewear/wrinkling/rub. bi ng , ve ry tiny chips to bottom of spine, front panel and spine very lightly faded. VG/VG-. more information

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(Chancellor, London, 1985).. 160 pp, small 4to, HC in dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with color photos and b&w and color drawings showing gardens, plans, layouts. "...includes useful information on tools and materials, feeding, watering and other necessary steps. Illustr. ated plans take you through the house from front entrances, hanging baskets and window boxes to roof gardens. Along the way there are suggestions for balconies, front and back spaces and basement areas...many plans for all the seasons...makes . i t p o ssible for anyone to be a successful and creative gardener even in the tiniest of areas." Light edgewear to boards. Dust jacket has light edgewear/wrinkling, one small tear (archivally taped) at top of front panel, minor rubbing. VG/VG. more information

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His Majesty's Stationery Office, London, 1912.. 108 pp, 7 3/8" H, soft cover. B&w map. An overview of the history of Kew Gardens, its collections, museums and various specimens. Indexed. Interior - Previous owner's name in ink on front free endpaper, very small light liquid stain at top of in. side rear cover, soft curl to top corner of pages - three leaves with small corner crease, three holes in gutter of all pages - from binding process. Exterior - light edge wear, light rubbing, curling to corners. Good. more information

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Key Porter, Toronto, 1991.. 138 pp, 4to (11 1/4" H), hard cover in dust jacket. ISBN 1550132849 Profusely illustrated in colour and b&w with photographs, charts, maps, drawings. "Roses are among the most lovely and rewarding plants to grow, but they can be difficult to cult. ivate in colder climates. (This book) introduces a selection of 49 hardy roses - including Agnes, John Davis and Soleil d'Or - that will survive the ravages of harsh winters. There are sections on propagating and nuturing roses, as well as a cha. p t er on controlling insects and diseases without the use of chemicals. Roses are classified as climbers, tall shrubs, semi-vigorous shrubs and low shrubs. Sixty exquisite photographs accurately convey each variety's subtle coloration and beauty,. a nd detailed line drawings illustrate grafting, composting and other useful information. A list of over 200 hardy varieties by species is a handy reference to each rose's characteristics and disease susceptibility, and a list of nurseries will e. nab le gardeners to obtain the plants of their choice by mail order." Very minor edge soiling to boards. Dust jacket has very rubbing. Near Fine/Near Fine. more information

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J.M. Dent & Sons, London, (1985), Ist ed.. 370 pp, large 8vo, HC. INSCRIBED AND SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Herbs are grown not only for culinary, medicinal and cosmetic purposes, but sometimes for their own sake, as attractive plants. There's a chapter on herbs in garden design, including info. on. grouping, climate, planting and visual effects, and another on ideas for gardeners with advice on the terrace herb garden, herbs in the shady courtyard, the kitchen herb bed, herbs indoors and many other aspects. The main part of the book is. a c o m prehensive alphabetical list of herb plants. Dj is price clipped, very minor edgewear. VG+/VG+. more information

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Sterling, New York, (1996), Ist ed.. 143 pp, small 4to, HC. With 100 projects, all complete with patterns and color schemes, you'll have a field day picking just the right decorative accents for your garden. Includes projects such as: wind chimes, weather vanes, trellises, chairs, t. ables, feeders, candlesticks, torches, planters, flowerpots, swing set and more. NF/NF. more information

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