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| Uncommon Fruits for Every Gardener |
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By Lee Reich; Illustrated by Vicki Herzfeld Arlein, 308 pages, Paperback. Inspired by the local-food movement, many Americans are turning their yards into miniature orchards, growing apples, kiwis, peaches, and strawberries. Discerning gardeners tired of the common blackberry want something new. Jujube, juneberry, maypop, pawpaw, and shipova are just a few of the uncommon and absolutely tasty fruits that can be easily grown in the home garden. Lee Reich has chosen 23 fruits that offer mouthwatering rewards to anyone willing to veer off the beaten path. As useful as it is inspiring, this new paperback edition emphasizes the practicalities of plant selection, cultivation, propagation, and maintenance. All plants were carefully chosen for their ease of care, ability to withstand cold, and flavor. Tips for using the fruits in the kitchen are also included. After reading this delightful book, all gardeners will want to grow and enjoy these uncommonly delicious fruits.
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| The Berry Grower's Companion |
Whether for the ground cover effect of a strawberry plant, the colorful autumn foliage or a blueberry plant, the climbing trait of a grapevine, or the hedge potential of an elderberry bush, these plants are highly versatile contributors to a range of garden environments. Growing such gems in your own backyard means convenient access to savory fruits for the table or fall sale. Paperback $19.95 full color 308 pages, 40 color photos. by Barbara L Bowling
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| Cornucopia II: A Source Book of Edible Plants (Paperback) |
Complete reference and source book of edible plants of the world, invaluable to gardeners, cooks, economic botanists, those in the specialty and gourmet foods business. Includes 3,000 species and 7,000 varieties of food plants. More than 1300 catalog sources for seeds, plants and food products are listed. Revised, updated and expanded edition. Paperback: 713 pages Publisher: Kampong Publications; 2nd edition (November 20, 1998) by Stephen Facciola One of my favorite hort books. I would not be without it. To think Steve has written and compiled such a work amazes me. - Michael McConkey Please contact our office to see about availability. 800.524.4156
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| Landscaping With Fruit Book |
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Strawberry Groundcovers, Blueberry Hedges, Grape Arbors, and 39 Other Luscious Fruits to Make Your Yard an Edible Paradise Lee Reich Discover the joy of homegrown apples, berries, plums, cherries, and dozens of other fruits with this definitive guide to creating a more delicious backyard! Lee Reich shows you exactly how to grow temperate-zone fruit at home, from site analysis and climate assessment through plant selection, pest control, pruning, and harvesting. A plant-by-plant encyclopedia recommends 39 eye- and palate-pleasing species that are especially well-suited to home landscapes. Bring year-round beauty to your yard and luscious, organic fruit to your table with Landscaping with Fruit. "Lee Reich is exactly the sort of guide to gardening I wish I’d had when I started out." —Michael Pollan, New York Times best-selling author "For years I have turned to Lee Reich's books for pruning guidance and relied on his expertise on how to grow unusual and native fruits. I'm excited that now in Landscaping with Fruit, he gives all of us the wherewithal and inspiration to include these sustainable edibles in our landscapes." —Rosalind Creasy, author of The Complete Book of Edible Landscaping Paper, Pages: 192 Size: 9 1/4 x 10 Color: Full-color; Photographs and illustrations throughout Sorry, we are currently out of this item, please check back!
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