Countertop Gardens
Countertop Gardens

Author: Shelley Levis

Publisher: Cool Springs Press

Published: 2018-06-19

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 0760364656

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Become an indoor gardening expert as horticulturalist Shelley Levis walks you through the challenges, benefits, and how-tos of growing inside, including a review of the wide array of methods available. Our indoor environments are ideal for human comfort, but they are not always hospitable to plants, especially vegetables and other edibles. In just the last few years, the technology for creating a better indoor plant environment has expanded. With the new, compact systems and tools available, it has become simple for anyone to grow an indoor kitchen garden and enjoy freshly picked edibles grown right on your own countertop. Countertop Gardens shows you how to set up a cordial growing environment anywhere. In addition to going over the pros and cons of a wide range of ready-made hydroponic, aquaponic, and vertical gardening systems, Shelley shows you how to make your own DIY setups—from simple space-saving container designs to more creative and complex soil-free solutions. Beautiful photographs throughout illustrate methods, growing options, and creative projects. The chapters cover: Countertop garden methods Best edibles for countertop gardens DIY countertop gardening Growing basics Countertop growing devices Troubleshooting No matter the size of your kitchen or your ambition, Countertop Gardens will help you make sure your favorite herbs, greens, fruits, and vegetables are within reach 365 days a year!

My Tiny Kitchen Garden
My Tiny Kitchen Garden

Author: Felicity Hart

Publisher: Summersdale

Published: 2022-02-10

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 1800076053

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You don’t need a garden to grow your own food! This book is the perfect beginner’s guide to micro-gardening, featuring tips on how to start, what to choose and how to grow over 20 types of plant for your kitchen. Have you ever been curious about growing your own food? Do you lack a garden? Have you got limited space in your home? Then this book is for you! Whether you want to produce fresh herbs for your cooking, save money on your food bill, reduce your carbon footprint or enjoy the simple pleasure of watching something grow, My Tiny Kitchen Garden is bursting with tips and ideas to help you get started, including: The basics of micro-gardening Troubleshooting tips Plant profiles to help you choose what to grow Craft ideas to help you style your plants Advice on growing food from scraps How to save and store seeds Whether you’re a budding gardener or a seasoned expert looking for seeds of inspiration, dive into this book to hone your green fingers and cultivate your very own tiny kitchen garden.

Aeroponics
Aeroponics

Author: Thomas W. Gurley

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-05-07

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 1000061345

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Aeroponics: Growing Vertical covers aspects of the emerging technology, aeroponics, which is a sister to hydroponics, involving state-of-the-art controlled environment agriculture. The book begins with an introduction of aeroponics followed by a summary of peer-reviewed technical literature conducted over 50 years involving various aspects of aeroponics. It covers the science and all the patent literature since 2001 to give the reader a comprehensive view of the innovations related to aeroponics. This book is a useful reference for people interested in learning about how aeroponics works. This book is for novices as well as scientists interested in research activities conducted in countries around the world as well as work in using aeroponics in outer space. Designed for the user interested in research conducted in the past, this a helpful resource for those in the next generation of profitable agricultural endeavors. Features: · Comprehensive resource presenting key aspects of aeroponics · Focus on areas of aeroponics including its history, science, innovations, business, and practice · Provides a complete overview of the intellectual property associated with aeroponics · Presents a broad overview of research using aeroponic systems across the globe · Features information on key start-up businesses and activities that drive this technology Thomas Gurley earned a BA in chemistry from Houghton College and a PhD in analytical chemistry from Case Western Reserve University and has 40 years industrial chemistry experience with companies including Goodyear, Abbott Labs, and his consulting company, Manning Wood LLC. He holds two Fulbright scholarships to Ukraine and Uganda. He is currently R&D Director for Aero Development Corporation, a manufacturer of aeroponic commercial growing systems. He conducts research in aeroponics as an adjunct professor at Charleston Southern University in South Carolina.

Growing Herbs for Health, Wellness, Cooking, and Crafts
Growing Herbs for Health, Wellness, Cooking, and Crafts

Author: Kim Roman

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2024-04-02

Total Pages: 548

ISBN-13: 1637413041

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Growing Herbs for Health, Wellness, Cooking, and Crafts provides everything you need to know to start your own herb garden today. From soil preparation, lighting, how often to water, pests and disease prevention, important things to know when planting indoors verses outdoors, expert gardener and author Kim Roman shares invaluable tips to producing high yield quality herbs. Kim also shares quick reference charts and plant profiles for 36 of today's most popular herbs, in addition to a few of her favorite recipes where herbs are the star ingredient including marinades, salad vinaigrettes, infused oils, delicious cocktails or mocktails, herbed and plain focaccia bread, teas and more! You can enhance your crafting projects by adding herbs as well. Herbs include echinacea, St. John's Wort, turmeric, elderberry, ginger, chamomile, Tulsi, anise hyssop and so much more!

Veg Out
Veg Out

Author: Heather Rodino

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Published: 2023-04-04

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 1454945257

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Beginner vegetable gardeners won’t end up in the weeds with this accessible guide. Watching delicate seedlings sprout from the ground and plucking cute cherry tomatoes at the peak of ripeness—if this is your idea of living the dream, you’ll want this friendly guide. Gardening expert Heather Rodino teaches the basics of growing your own vegetables, such as how to choose the right plants for a climate and guarding the crop from hungry critters. Included are 30 profiles of beginner-friendly vegetables and herbs with detailed instructions on where to grow, when to harvest, as well as their sunlight, watering, and soil needs. With helpful tips and photographs of important concepts, Veg Out is the perfect companion for any budding vegetable gardener.

Grow Herbs
Grow Herbs

Author: Stephanie Mahon

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2022-06-28

Total Pages: 728

ISBN-13: 0744066220

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Discover a wide variety of herbs you can grow successfully at home. Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Herbs contains everything you need to know to grow a wide variety of perennial and annual herbs. Learn how to sow, grow, harvest, and propagate your plants, with advice on caring for home-grown herbs as well as tips on making the most of store-bought pots. Explore a huge variety of herbs available to home gardeners with a wide-ranging directory, including popular herbs such as mint, basil, and sage as well as lesser-grown options like shiso and bergamot. Packed with practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to know to help your garden Grow.

The Portable Garden: Micro Gardening for Renters and Small Space Dwellers – Transform Your Balcony, Patio, or Window Space into a Lush Retreat
The Portable Garden: Micro Gardening for Renters and Small Space Dwellers – Transform Your Balcony, Patio, or Window Space into a Lush Retreat

Author: Nick Creighton

Publisher: nick creighton

Published:

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13:

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Welcome to Your New Green Oasis Unlock the potential of the tiniest spaces with "The Portable Garden," a pioneering guide dedicated to the art and science of micro gardening. This book is your ultimate resource for transforming balconies, patios, windowsills, and even walls into thriving garden spaces. It's designed specifically for renters, urban dwellers, and anyone with limited space but an unlimited passion for gardening. Comprehensive Gardening Techniques With "The Portable Garden," learn how to: Optimize Limited Spaces: Discover innovative techniques for maximizing small areas through vertical gardening, hanging planters, and trellises, turning even the smallest footprint into a verdant space. Choose the Right Plants: Gain insights into the best plants for your micro garden. Whether it’s vegetables that require minimal root space, herbs that thrive on windowsills, or flowers that add a splash of color without taking up room, this book has you covered. Build Your Own Garden Features: Step-by-step instructions for creating your own gardening accessories, such as self-watering systems and LED grow light setups, to ensure your plants thrive in any conditions. Maintain Your Garden with Ease: Learn practical strategies for garden care, including organic pest management, efficient watering techniques, and seasonal maintenance advice to keep your garden flourishing year-round. Why This Book Is Unique What sets "The Portable Garden" apart is its focus on DIY solutions and its commitment to sustainable, eco-friendly gardening practices. It empowers you to reuse and upcycle materials, reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility while enjoying the process of growing your own food. For Every Aspiring Gardener Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb looking for new challenges or a beginner with limited outdoor space, "The Portable Garden" offers something for everyone. It demystifies the gardening process and provides you with the tools and confidence to start your own garden project, regardless of your previous experience or current living situation. Transform Your Space Today Join a growing community of urban gardeners who are finding joy and fulfillment in gardening within their means. "The Portable Garden" is more than a gardening book—it’s a blueprint for a greener, more self-sufficient lifestyle that brings nature into your home, one plant at a time. Start your journey towards creating a beautiful, productive micro garden with "The Portable Garden" and turn your small space into your personal oasis.

Tabletop Gardens
Tabletop Gardens

Author: Rosemary McCreary

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 1580178375

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Written by seasoned garden writer McCreary and sumptuously photographed by Holt, this volume has exquisitely beautiful miniature indoor gardens, each planted in simple containers and shot in natural light. The 40 designs offer many ideas for choosing a personal style and getting started. Illustrations.

Old-House Journal
Old-House Journal

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1987-07

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13:

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Old-House Journal is the original magazine devoted to restoring and preserving old houses. For more than 35 years, our mission has been to help old-house owners repair, restore, update, and decorate buildings of every age and architectural style. Each issue explores hands-on restoration techniques, practical architectural guidelines, historical overviews, and homeowner stories--all in a trusted, authoritative voice.