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Author: Lizzy Stewart
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Published: 2019-03-04
Total Pages: 32
ISBN-13: 1786035618
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBoard book edition of the best-selling winner of the Waterstones Childrens Book Prize, Illustrated Book Category.
Author: Ruary Mackenzie Dodds
Publisher:
Published: 2016-02-25
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781910192115
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith stunning colors and phenomenal flying abilities, dragonflies are extraordinarily beautiful, and vital to the ecosystem. Britain s leading dragonfly expert offers tips on how to attract these amazing insects to your garden. From creating a pond and choosing the right plants, to long-term pond care, and help with identifying dragonfly species, this book is buzzing with ideas for how to make your garden a sanctuary for both you and dragonflies to enjoy."
Author: Forrest Lee Mitchell
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 236
ISBN-13: 9781585444595
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is a passionate look at a ubiquitous group of insects.
Author: Robert Pavlis
Publisher:
Published: 2017-01-26
Total Pages: 206
ISBN-13: 9781542465229
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGarden Myths examines over 120 horticultural urban legends. Turning wisdom on its head, Robert Pavlis dives deep into traditional garden advice and debunks the myths and misconceptions that abound. He asks critical questions and uses science-based information to understand plants and their environment. Armed with the truth, Robert then turns this knowledge into easy-to-follow advice. - Is fall the best time to clean the garden? - Do bloom boosters work?- Will citronella plants reduce mosquitoes in the garden?- Do pine needles acidify soil?- Should tomatoes be suckered?- Should trees be staked at planting time? - Can burlap keep your trees warm in winter?- Will a pebble tray increase humidity for houseplants? "Garden Myths is a must-read for anyone who wants to use environmentally sound practices. This fascinating and informative book will help you understand plants better, reduce unnecessary work, convince you to buy fewer products and help you enjoy gardening more."
Author: Dennis Paulson
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2009-04-13
Total Pages: 536
ISBN-13: 1400832942
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the first fully illustrated field guide to all 348 species of dragonflies and damselflies in western North America. Dragonflies and damselflies are large, stunningly beautiful insects, as readily observable as birds and butterflies. This unique guide makes identifying them easy--its compact size and user-friendly design make it the only guide you need in the field. Every species is generously illustrated with full-color photographs and a distribution map, and structural features are illustrated where they aid in-hand identification. Detailed species accounts include information on size, distribution, flight season, similar species, habitat, and natural history. Dennis Paulson's introduction provides an essential primer on the biology, natural history, and conservation of these important and fascinating insects, along with helpful tips on how to observe and photograph them. Dragonflies and Damselflies of the West is the field guide naturalists, conservationists, and dragonfly enthusiasts have been waiting for. Covers all 348 western species in detail Features a wealth of color photographs Provides a color distribution map for every species Includes helpful identification tips Serves as an essential introduction to dragonflies and their natural history
Author: Jim and Joel Ashton
Publisher:
Published: 2020-04-02
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780241435816
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"It's up to every single one of us to do our bit for wildlife, however small our gardens, and The Butterfly Brothers know just how that can be achieved." Alan Titchmarsh Join the rewilding movement and share your outdoor space with nature. We all have the potential to make the world a little greener. Wild Your Garden, written by Jim and Joel Ashton (aka "The Butterfly Brothers"), shows you how to create a garden that can help boost local biodiversity. Transform a paved-over yard into a lush oasis, create refuges to welcome and support native species, or turn a high-maintenance lawn into a nectar-rich mini-meadow to attract bees and butterflies. You don't need specialist knowledge or acres of land. If you have any outdoor space, you can make a difference to local wildlife, and reduce your carbon footprint, too. "Wildlife gardening is one of the most important things you can do as an individual for increasing biodiversity and mitigating the effects of climate change. From digging a pond to planting a native hedge, the Butterfly Brothers can help you every step of the way." Kate Bradbury
Author: Judy Allen
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Published: 2004-05-13
Total Pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9781634196451
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe most colorful wings on the pond belong to the nimble dragonfly, but this delicate flying insect didn't begin life in the air. In Backyard Books: Are You a Dragonfly? by Judy Allen with illustrations by Tudor Humphries, the secrets of metamorphosis are unfurled through the story of a familiar backyard creature.
Author: Chris Earley
Publisher:
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781770851863
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTips and tricks on how to catch, identify and study dragonflies.
Author: Eric Grissell
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780881927689
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt might be time to declare a truce with the insects in our lives. With a sound basis in science and a practical grounding in gardening experience, Grissell introduces the reader to the role of insects in garden ecology. Illustrated with gorgeous photographs and now available in paperback, this book will be loved by anyone seeking a greater appreciation and understanding of these often-maligned garden visitors.
Author: LAFCADIO. HEARN
Publisher:
Published: 2018
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781033318430
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