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In this revised and updated 2nd edition of Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, gardeners in the north central US are handed all the know-how they’ll need to grow a lush, productive garden. If you live in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota, the environmentally sound growing info for both edible and ornamental plants found here is your green thumb map to success: Profiles of more than 250 plants proven to thrive in the Midwest’s climate, including shrubs, perennials, annuals, vegetables, fruits, herbs, vines, and more, help you select the best plants to create a beautiful landscape or a high-yielding edible garden.Helpful information highlights sun and shade requirements and offers clear and concise plant variety information.Month-by-month care and cultivation guides are offered for each plant group, guiding your journey—even if you’re a first-time Midwestern gardener.Author Melinda Myers addresses the many challenges of growing in the Midwest, including a changing climate and unique soil and pest troubles.The how-to methods for planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and much more are rich with information essential to those in the region. This comprehensive and extensive guide is the best resource for growing in the Midwestern states. Whether you live in Minneapolis, Kansas City, Cleveland, Des Moines, or somewhere in between, Midwest Gardener’s Handbook has you covered.Midwest Gardener’s Handbook is part of the Gardener’s Handbook series from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include Florida Gardener’s Handbook, Mid-Atlantic Gardener’s Handbook, Northwest Gardener’s Handbook, and many others. Read more

Are you ready to transform your garden into a thriving, high-yield oasis? Do you wish to harness the power of electricity to supercharge your plants' growth, increase their resistance to disease and pests, and do it all in a sustainable, eco-friendly way?Are you looking for a comprehensive guide that not only explains the theory behind electroculture but also provides detailed instructions on how to build and set up your own electroculture tools?If so, this book is your golden ticket!Thanks to this book you will:Embark on a journey into the heart of electroculture, from its history and science to its practical applications.Get detailed instructions, complete with step-by-step images, on how to create your own electroculture tools such as Spirals, Lakhovsky Rings, Pyramids, Magnetic Antennas, Cylinders, Copper Coil Antennas, and moreUnderstand the different types of electroculture systems and how to choose the right one for your needs.Discover answers to the most frequently asked questions about electroculture, including practical dilemmas like the correct direction for wrapping the coil - is it clockwise or anticlockwise?And much more...So, dive in, and let the power of electroculture transform your gardening journey! Read more

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🌿 Grow Smarter, Grow Happier — with the Magic of Companion Planting!Imagine a garden where every plant supports the others, pests stay away naturally, and your harvest thrives — without the need for chemicals.With Sophie McKay’s Quick Guide on Companion Planting, successful gardening author Sophie McKay makes it simple to create your healthiest, happiest garden yet.This practical and inspiring guide reveals how vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers can work together — boosting growth, improving soil health, and protecting each other from pests — all through the time-tested art of companion planting.Inside, you’ll discover:✅ Clear companion planting basics for beginners and beyond✅ Smart plant pairings for every climate, garden size, and growing style✅ Handy cheat sheets for vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers✅ Soil-building tips, water-saving techniques, and space-maximizing ideas✅ Solutions for common pitfalls like allelopathy and overcrowding✅ Gentle, organic pest control strategies that support pollinators✅ Inspiration for container gardens, raised beds, and small-space gardeningNo stress. No overwhelm. Just time-honored wisdom made easy — and a garden that flourishes naturally.Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take your garden to the next level, this guide will help you plant with confidence, nurture your soil naturally, and enjoy a thriving, vibrant garden all season long.🌸 Plant smarter. Grow healthier. Harvest joy.🌿 Get your copy today and start your companion planting journey! Read more

Transform Your Dry Landscape into a Thriving, Beautiful Garden – See Results in Just One Season!Do you dream of a lush garden but live in a region with limited rainfall?Does growing vibrant, healthy plants in a dry climate feel impossible?Are you struggling to maintain a stunning garden that thrives despite drought conditions?You’re not alone.Starting a garden in an arid climate can feel overwhelming. But here’s the secret: thriving in dry conditions isn’t about using more water—it’s about using smarter techniques, the right plants, and effective irrigation strategies.Dry gardening isn’t just rewarding; it’s an opportunity to create beauty while protecting our planet.In Dry Gardening Secrets for Beginners, you’ll learn how to:Choose the best drought-tolerant plants for your garden.Build simple DIY irrigation systems to keep your plants thriving without breaking the bank.Understand soil types and techniques to conserve water and boost plant health.Embrace the beauty of native plants that naturally flourish in dry climates.Prepare soil and compost effectively for better water absorption and retention.Design water-smart landscapes to keep your garden vibrant year-round.Apply permaculture principles to create a sustainable, eco-friendly garden.Be inspired by real-life success stories.Use mulching and composting techniques tailored for arid climates.Care for your plants through every season to ensure lasting beauty.Worried you lack the experience, resources, or time?Fear not! Dry Gardening Secrets for Beginners will guide you step by step to create a resilient, water-wise garden that fits your lifestyle. With practical tips and proven strategies, you’ll discover that even in the driest climates, a lush garden is within reach.Fear not! Order your copy TODAY! ! Read more

Which are delicate and which indestructible? – We show how to find the right home for your plants and the right plants for your home.The Kew Gardener’s Guide to Growing House Plants is a beautifully illustrated giftable gardening reference book, combining exquisite botanical illustrations with practical indoor projects. Readers can discover over 75 life-changing plants and 12 home-transforming projects. Each project is described and illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Starting from the premise that we want to show how to grow the right plant in the right place, we demonstrate the benefits of all common house plants and how to care and curate them in the home. Includes cacti, succulents, bromeliads including air plants, foliage house plants, flowering house plants, and house plants for scent and air freshening. Read more

In this revised and updated 2nd edition of Mid-Atlantic Gardener’s Handbook, gardeners in the mid-Atlantic states are handed all the know-how they’ll need to grow a lush, productive garden. If you live in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, New Jersey, Delaware, Washington DC, Virginia, or West Virginia, the environmentally sound growing info for both edible and ornamental plants found here is your green thumb map to success: Profiles of more than 250 plants proven to thrive in the mid-Atlantic’s climate, including shrubs, perennials, annuals, vegetables, fruits, herbs, vines, and more, you’ll be able to select the best plants to create a beautiful landscape or a high-yielding edible garden.Helpful information highlights sun and shade requirements and offers clear and concise plant variety information.Month-by-month care and cultivation guides are offered for each plant group, guiding your journey—even if you’re a first-time mid-Atlantic gardener.Author Katie Elzer-Peters addresses the many challenges of growing in the mid-Atlantic, including a changing climate and unique soil and pest troubles.The how-to methods for planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and much more are rich with information essential to those in the region. This comprehensive and extensive guide is the best resource for growing in the mid-Atlantic states. Whether you live in Pittsburgh, Richmond, Baltimore, NYC, or somewhere in between, Mid-Atlantic Gardener’s Handbook has you covered.Mid-Atlantic Gardener’s Handbook is part of the Gardener’s Handbook series from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include Florida Gardener’s Handbook, Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, Northwest Gardener’s Handbook, and many others. Read more

🌿 Unlock the Secrets to Year-Round Gardening! 🌿Imagine stepping into your own lush greenhouse, where vibrant vegetables, fragrant herbs, and stunning flowers flourish no matter the season. With Greenhouse Gardening for Beginners, this dream becomes your reality.This comprehensive guide offers:Step-by-Step Setup 🌿 Learn how to choose the perfect greenhouse, construct it with ease, and create an optimal environment for your plants.Planting Mastery 🌱 Discover detailed instructions on cultivating a variety of vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers, ensuring a bountiful harvest throughout the year.Expert Maintenance Tips 🌼 Gain insights into controlling temperature, humidity, and ventilation, along with effective pest and disease management strategies to keep your greenhouse thriving—without relying on harmful chemicals.Seasonal Guidance 🍂 Utilize our year-round planting calendar and techniques for extending the growing season, so you can enjoy fresh produce even in the heart of winter.Whether you're a novice gardener or looking to expand your horticultural skills, Greenhouse Gardening for Beginners equips you with the knowledge and confidence to cultivate your own garden sanctuary. Embrace the joy of homegrown goodness and transform your backyard into a verdant oasis with ease! 🌻🏡 Read more

Growing vegetables in small spaces or under adverse conditions can be a bit of a challenge at times! This is where niche gardening ideas like the Keyhole Garden come into play, and small spaces can be converted to produce great results. Growing vegetables for some can be a rewarding pastime, whilst for others it is a question of survival – if you can’t grow it, then you can’t eat it! Here we have one of the most successful of the Niche Vegetable Gardening ideas, but perhaps one that is the least talked about – Keyhole Gardening. Originally conceived off and promoted by the charity SendACow.org and now used successfully by many enthusiastic gardeners worldwide. Keyhole Gardening can now take its place amongst the other niche gardening methods such as Raised Bed, Square Foot, Straw Bale, and container gardening – to name but a few. If you are keen to get the best results out of your vegetable growing efforts in small spaces or with limited resources – perhaps it’s time to give the Keyhole Gardening concept a chance to impress! Read more

Unlock a life of freedom and independence with off-grid living, even if you've never built a DIY project before!Do you yearn for the self-sufficient lifestyle, confident in your ability to thrive independently from the grid?Are you inspired by sustainable practices but overwhelmed by the question of where to start your off-grid journey with minimal cost and effort?Do you worry about losing community ties while carving out a life of autonomy?Are you deterred by the staggering initial investments touted by most resources?If you're nodding "yes" to these questions, you're among a growing group of enthusiasts eager to embrace the off-grid lifestyle.Realistic paths to living sustainably and resourcefully are not only achievable — they're waiting for you.Off-Grid Living 101 provides a blueprint for transforming curiosity into empowerment as you learn about sustainable homesteading and practical DIY solutions.Here's a peek at what you'll find inside:A beginner’s overview to establishing an off-grid home without breaking the bank5 easy DIY projects to get you started in sustainable homesteading even if you have never built anything before!Discover essential skills to master before transitioning to off-gridCost-effective methods to harness solar energy and keep costs downHow to legally navigate zoning laws and secure permits for off-grid propertiesStrategies to cultivate a sustainable food forest and ensure year-round productionAn introduction to successful greenhouse gardening for bumper cropsThe art of canning and preserving without refrigerationBuilding a supportive community and preventing rural isolationEffective natural methods for pest control and garden health maintenanceHow to create resilient and efficient wind and water energy systemsUnderstanding permaculture principles to enhance your homesteadEnsuring energy systems run optimally all year with proactive maintenance tips...and more!Are you concerned about lacking technical skills or the investment required to transition to off-grid?What if you could transition seamlessly to a sustainable, independent life with step-by-step guidance?Have no fear! This guide, complete with instructions and resources, is designed with you in mind. No prior expertise is necessary.Even if you're uncertain about balancing work life with this new lifestyle, financial and time management strategies are included to help with the process.Don't let initial doubts hold you back from a life of self-reliance and independence from the grid!Ready to achieve the independence you crave? Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" now! Read more

🌳🌳🌳🌳The All-In-One Garden Planner & Log Book (150+ Pages) 🌳🌳🌳🌳⏬⏬⏬⏬ (Please Scroll down to see images of the interior) ⏬⏬⏬⏬Transform the garden of your dreams into reality with our Gardening Log Book Planner. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or just beginning your gardening adventure, this log book is your key to organized gardening bliss.Say goodbye to scattered notes & welcome structured organization with our comprehensive 160-page logbook. Featuring essential tools for planning, designing, tracking & evaluating your garden, this book is a must-have for every gardener. Crafted with premium materials & made in the USA, it's built to withstand outdoor use while maintaining its elegance.❤️Discover why gardeners love our logbook:❤️🌲🌲The highlight of this logbook is the 100+ pages of plant logs & notes, each offering guided prompts to document crucial plant information alongside ample space for notes and journaling. This includes:🌲🌲✅Plant Name & Rating✅Supplier, Purchase Date, and Price:✅Plant Type, Plant Lifecycle and Planting Method✅Placement Location, Light Requirements, and Water Requirements:✅Soil & pH Requirements✅Germination, planting or Transplant date, Date Bloomed & Harvested:✅Fertilizer and Pests/Disease Tracking:✅Companion Plant, ✅Key Dates & Events table✅Plant Uses & whether the plant is "Pet Friendly"✅Other Care related instructions and Notes pages for journaling❤️Additional features why you will love this book: ❤️🌸 Key Contacts & Suppliers Details Page: Keep track of essential contacts & preferred suppliers🌸 Garden Goals & Planned Projects: Set your garden goals & track planned projects for a thriving garden.🌸 Garden Wishlist Page: Create a wish list for future additions and enhancements.🌸 Garden Purchases Page: Record all your garden-related purchases for budgeting & inventory management.🌸 Year at a Glance: Gain an overview of the entire gardening year to plan and strategize effectively.🌸 Seasonal Priorities and Tasks: Organize seasonal tasks and priorities for efficient garden management.🌸 12-Month Planner Pages with To-Do Checklists: Plan each month with checklists for optimal task management.🌸 Garden Plot Planner: Sketch & plan your garden plot layout for efficient space utilization.🌸 4 Garden Design Pages (Create a design for each season)🌸 Sowing & Transplanting Schedule: Createoptimal sowing and transplanting schedules for healthy plant growth.🌸 Seed Inventory Pages & Seed Packet Information : Organize your seed collection & log important packet details🌸 Seed Soaking and Sprouting Logs: To ensure successful germination & planting🌸 Pest & Disease Logs: Monitor & manage pest and disease occurrences for a healthy garden.🌸 Harvest Calendar: Schedule and track your bountiful yields.🌸 Compost Bin Tracker: Log your composting activities.🌸 Handy Measurement Rule on the back of the book🌸 Generous Size: 160 Pages & 6 x 9 inches in Size, this book is the perfect carry size.🌸 Premium Quality that is Built to Last: Crafted with a durable matte cover and high-quality white paper, making it suitable for use with ink, gel pens, or ballpoint pens.🌸 Proudly Printed in the USA: Supporting local craftsmanship and manufacturing.Embrace the power of organization and planning and cultivate the garden of your dreams🌷Let this Logbook be your companion in your journey to gardening success! Order Today!🌷⏬⏬⏬ (Please Scroll down to see images of the interior) ⏬⏬⏬ Read more

Can't seem to get enough of adorable gnomes? This coloring book is just what you need!100 Whimsical Gnomes Coloring Book (4 Books In 1!):100 unique coloring pages featuring gnomes taken from 4 of our coloring books4 Books In 1: Beach Life, Country Life, Secret Garden & Enchanted Forest Coloring Bookseach page features a gnomepages are printed on single sides to prevent any bleed issuesmake a perfect gift for gnome lovers on any occasionperfect for adult relaxation & stress relieflarge size (8.5 x 11 inches) & quality paperbacktake a look at the back cover or visit our FB page to check out sample interior pagesThere's gnome book like this one! Hurry, click the ADD TO CART button to grab your copy today! 🍄 Read more

Reconnect with nature, savor fresh flavors, and discover the simple joy of growing your own herbs!In today's busy world, tending a small garden brings rare peace and lasting rewards.Growing and Enjoying Herbs invites you to slow down, get your hands dirty, and bring fresh, vibrant herbs into your kitchen and your life.Inside this inspiring beginner’s guide, you’ll find:Easy-to-grow herbs for gardens, patios, and windowsillsSimple growing tips that help you succeed from the startCompanion planting ideas for a thriving, healthy gardenFresh, delicious recipes and creative herbal craftsFascinating folklore and traditions that bring your garden to lifeWhether you're growing one pot or a whole garden, you'll find everything you need to plant, nurture, and enjoy herbs from seed to harvest.Let your journey begin with a plant, a little sunshine, and the magic of herbs.Start growing your garden — and your joy — today! Read more

How to grow Psilocybin Mushrooms better than anyone else even if you don’t have any experience!A Psilocybin Mushroom is also known as a “Magic mushroom” or a psychedelic mushroom and is one of a polyphyletic group of fungi that contain psilocybin and psilocin.When you cultivate Magic Mushrooms, you will do so indoors. But have you ever considered developing outdoor mycelium too? This can have a number of advantages when growing mushrooms in your backyard or a similar area outdoors. You could expand the supply of shrooms for an entire year, and it'll be less costly!It isn't particularly difficult to grow magic mushrooms, especially if you grow your shrooms with a fully equipped grow kit. But if you want to grow shrooms from spores, there can be a learning curve, and a little more research may be needed. If you cultivate mushrooms, one of the main concerns is to prevent mold contamination. With a decent outdoor patch for growing in your greenhouse or backyard, you don't need to think about this and can look forward to good yields.You don't even need to have your own greenhouse if you want to cultivate magic mushrooms outdoors. You could also find a nice secluded spot in a wood. This give to you the benefit of free spreading your mushroom spores in the field, creating a "magic spot" where your shrooms can naturally grow over time!In this book of Mushroom Bible, you will learn:How to Successfully Grow Psychedelic MushroomsThe best place of mushroomEquipment and Supplies Needed for Mushroom CultivationThe Sterile Culture Technique for Mushroom CultivationThe PF TEK How to Work with AgarThe Skill of Fruiting and HarvestingThe Chemistry of Psilocybin MushroomsLegal Status of Psilocybin MushroomsRewarding Experience:If you have ever grown your own food, then you will be aware of the sense of satisfaction after tasting that.A Hallucinogenic mushrooms cultivation is more than physical fruits; it’s a spiritual experience that can induce incredible changes.How It's Used:Hallucinogenic mushrooms can be used either in fresh or dried form.People also eat them by mixing them with their foodThey can also be added to brew them in a tea for drinking.Do mushrooms show up in drug test?Hallucinogenic mushrooms will not show in routine drug test, but certain special tests might be conducted to detect them.How this book will help me?Magic mushrooms are simple to grow without having any experience in the field of agriculture, they only need few specific parameters to be checked along with little patience.To experience a real sense of satisfaction by growing your mushrooms, read this book and improve your wonderful sensations.If you want to start growing Psilocybin Mushrooms and get all the answers of your queries, simply scroll up and click “Add to Cart” Button! Read more

🌱 The Ultimate Greenhouse Gardening GuideGrow More. Waste Less. Cultivate Year-Round. Are you dreaming of harvesting fresh veggies even in winter?Want to protect your plants from pests, harsh weather, and unpredictable climates?This book is your blueprint to thriving greenhouse gardening—no matter your experience level.🔍 What You’ll Learn:✅ How to choose and set up the perfect greenhouse for your space (from balcony to backyard✅ Essential climate control techniques to grow all year long✅ Proven strategies to prevent pests and plant diseases in closed environments✅ Best crops to grow in a greenhouse—plus seasonal planning tips✅ Smart, sustainable practices for a resilient and self-sufficient gardenWhether you're a curious beginner, a DIY suburban grower, or a tech-driven agri-enthusiast, this guide gives you actionable insights and hands-on techniques to boost yields, save money, and cultivate peace of mind.💡 Why This Book Works:✔️ Clear, easy-to-follow structure for total beginners✔️ Deep-dive tips and expert strategies for intermediate growers✔️ Compact charts and planting calendars for year-round planning✔️ A perfect mix of ecological mindfulness, self-reliance, and modern gardening techIf you’ve ever thought “Where do I start?” or “How can I grow smarter, not harder?” — this is the guide that answers your questions and fuels your growth.🎁 Bonus: Includes a ready-to-use planting schedule tailored for greenhouse cycles.📘 Get your copy today and start growing with confidence: Read more

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The avid gardener will need no other resource than this book to plan and maintain a natural garden on the country farm or in the suburban backyard, a habitat congenial to the scarlet tanager, the monarch butterfly, and the toad.Unique to this book is author Beresford-Kroeger's concept of bioplanning, in which the gardener views the site as a biological system and the activity of gardening as an ecological task. To assist in bioplanning a garden, the author provides both plans that are adaptable to different garden sizes and shapes, as well as planting instructions emphasizing organic care, ecofunction, and environmentally friendly means of pest control.A Garden for Life challenges everyone to create an ecologically valuable garden for the joy of doing so, and for the salvation of our natural world.Diana Beresford-Kroeger is the author of Arboretum America. She is a botanist, medical and agricultural researcher, lecturer, and self-defined "renegade scientist" in the fields of classical botany, medical biochemistry, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. She lives in Ontario, Canada. Read more