Home & Garden Books

Book SynopsisBuild a birdhouse or feeder that suits your local birds (and your taste) with the 25+ designs of Build-It-Yourself Birdhouses. Table of ContentsIntroduction Beautiful Birdhouses for Beautiful Birds Birdhouse Construction Basics Classic Small Birdhouses Specialty Small Birdhouses Large Bird Shelters Fabulous Feeder Projects Templates Resources/Photo Credits Index

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER™  The Book of Home How-To Complete Photo Guide to Outdoor Buildingis jam-packed with popular projects for better backyard living. From building an attached wood deck or a patio to designing and creating a shed or pergola, you’ll see exactly how to get the job done in this illustrated guidebook. Complete plans, including technical illustrations and even cutting and shopping lists, will lead you through the building process, punctuated by clear step-by-step photographs and how-to descriptions. If you value entertaining, recreating, or growing vegetables and flowers in your own yard, you will find everything you need to create the structures and hardscaping that support your interests. The projects are all selected based on more than 30 years of publishing BLACK+DECKER™ books for the home DIYer. The most requested and most frequently chosen backyard projects are all includTable of ContentsWalkways, Patios & Decks Loose-Rock Landscape Path Stepping Stone Landscape Path Sand-set Paver Patio Permeable Subbase Spaced Masonry Pavers Composite Permeable Pavers Boardwalk Deck on a Slab Floating Deck Walls & Fences Wood-Panel Fence Vinyl-Panel Fence Picket Fence Stone Retaining Wall Freestanding Landscape Block Wall 68 Play & Entertainment Projects Backyard Fire Pit and Rotisserie Pizza Oven Playground Kit Swingset Sheds & Structures Garbage and Recycling Shed Callbox Shed Four-Post Patio Pergola Freestanding Arbor Firewood Shelter METRIC CONVERSIONS RESOURCES INDEX

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Book SynopsisIn this second book in the internationally successful No-Waste Gardening series, learn how to recycle and repurpose your way to a successful, productive, and eco-friendly organic garden! In No-Waste Organic Gardening, author Shawna Coronado guides you toward a more sustainable landscape with dozens of tips, tricks, and solutions that save you time and money—all while saving the planet, too! A revision of Shawna's previous title,101 Organic Gardening Hacks, this new book tackles waste-reducing gardening in a clever, accessible way. Learn how to: Turn yard debris into “black gold” in a DIY compost bin Foster rich, healthy soil with no-till techniques and all-natural fertilizers Upcycle household discards to grow seedlings Control pests with traps made from household discards Build a rain bTrade Review"...an excellent introductory book to waste-free organic gardening." -- Susan Bewley * Budget Earth *"If you really enjoyed this book then connect with the author through her e-newsletter, online courses or her blog. Grow your own food and be a more eco-conscious gardener!" * The Emporia Gazette *Table of ContentsIntroduction to the Concept of No-Waste Gardening Soil Secrets Garden Maintenance Pollinator Power Seeds and Seedling Starting Florific Blooms Growing Edibles Container Gardening Landscape Ideas Outdoor Living Ideas Tool Tips Dedication and acknowledgments Meet Shawna Coronado Index

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Book SynopsisThe Complete Guide to No-Dig Gardening is a warm and friendly, yet science-based, guide where readers learn how to grow a healthy, productive garden without ever turning over the soil.Trade Review"To assist both beginning and experienced gardeners, information on every aspect of gardening from seeding to harvesting is also included throughout this book." * Triangle Gardener *"...if you want to garden in a way that aligns better with nature and builds on what nature has to offer; and if you want to garden in a way that makes your life easier – this book is a great addition to your library." * Homestead How-To *Table of ContentsIntroduction: What is No-Dig Gardening? 1 The Benefits of No-Dig Gardening 2 Soil Considerations in the No-Dig Garden 3 Building a No-Dig Garden from Scratch 4 Converting an Existing Garden to No-Dig 5 Planting and Growing in Your No-Dig Garden 6 Variations on the No-Dig Concept 7 Containers—The Original No-Dig Garden 8 Bringing It Indoors Resources Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisWith this accessible and indispensable gardening reference, discover how little land and effort it takes to start growing and preserving your own healthy organic food.Modern homesteading is a lifestyle focused on living lightly on the land and increasing self-sufficiency. It doesn’t matter whether “home” is 50 acres in the country, a suburban corner lot, or an apartment in the city; all you need is a desire to reduce your footprint on the earth and live a more sustainable life. To be a modern homesteader, you don’t have to live off-grid and you don’t have to give up contemporary conveniences.For most modern homesteaders, it all starts with making the conscious decision to reduce your reliance on the commercial food supply chain. In The Modern Homestead Garden, author and YouTube gardening star Gary Pilarchik of The Rusted Garden walks you step-by-step through the process of building a homestead gardeTable of ContentsPreface Introduction: What Is a Modern Homestead Garden? CHAPTER ONE Building Your First Garden CHAPTER TWO Planting Your Garden and the Best Vegetables to Grow CHAPTER THREE Seeds, Seed Starting, and Transplants CHAPTER FOUR Feeding Your Homestead Garden CHAPTER FIVE Building Earth and Raised Beds CHAPTER SIX Homestead Container Gardening CHAPTER SEVEN Tending Your Gardens CHAPTER EIGHT Problems, Pests, Diseases, and the Power of Pollinators CHAPTER NINE Creating an Edible Landscape on Your Homestead CHAPTER TEN Using the Homestead Harvest Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisIn New Naturalism, horticulturist Kelly D. Norris shows readers how to design and plant eco-friendly, naturalistic home gardens that are resilient and sustainable, distilling complex design principals down for the average homeowner. Trade Review“Mr. Norris is a dynamic and inspiring speaker who represents a new generation of horticulturists.” -- Maureen Karl, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette “This beautiful book is undoubtedly worth a read.” -- Garden Culture Magazine “There are plenty of advantages to gardening this way, and Kelly’s new book helps illustrate them.” -- Kylee Baumle for Paulding Progress“Kelly Norris has translated plant community design for the scale of the garden. Free of ecological jargon, this book brings a horticulturist’s perspective on how to create legible, high contrast, and emotionally resonant plantings for small spaces. The planting palettes in the second half of the book make this idea accessible for any designer or home gardener. A must-have book for the naturalistic planting bookshelf!” -- Thomas Rainer, landscape architect and co-author of Planting in a Post-Wild World“A new perspective on naturalistic gardening … Loaded with gorgeous photos of unique gardens, it’ll inspire you to rethink your own way of growing plants more sustainably.” * Garden Gate Magazine *“I sat down and read the whole thing cover to cover. (..) Normally when I read gardening books, I kind of just skim them because a lot of them have the same thing to say. This is not one of those. (...) One of the best books to come out this year.” * The Gardenanglelists Podcast *"This book really digs into the grit of how to achieve a successful naturalistic planting in a variety of growing conditions...Norris illustrates his points with stunning photographs. He builds on the pedagogy of perennial plant design by contributing his own phrases and insight to the current canon of terms." * The American Gardener *“The new wave of gardening.” * Colorado Gardener *"This is a beautiful and practical book that shows how to partner with nature in creating a garden—rather than attempt to direct nature." * Horticulture Magazine *“New Naturalism is a companion for us in cultivating a caring consciousness… In a gardening moment where there is a lot of potential anxiety around the urgency of the biggest concepts like climate change and pollinator decline, Kelly provides just enough of a tweak in perspective on how we approach our gardening impulse to grant us easier access into this conversation about the role of gardeners through the fortitude and best intentions of our already established gardening passions and habits.” -- Jennifer Jewell * Cultivating Place Podcast *“[Kelly] guides us down beautiful pathways where place, plants, and wildlife interact.” * Central Texas Gardener (Austin, TX PBS) *“Although there is a strong emphasis on sustainability, the author recognizes the need for legible beauty in the home garden and addresses ways to increase wildness while maintaining the intentional look of our gardens.” * Connecticut Horticultural Society *Table of ContentsThe Beginning Section 1 THE NATURE OF PLANTING About Plants and Place CHAPTER 1 Understanding Plants CHAPTER 2 Understanding Places for Planting CHAPTER 3 Techniques for Making Beautiful, Ecologically Vibrant Gardens Section 2 PLANTING PALETTES A Few Words about the Palettes CHAPTER 4 Open Landscapes CHAPTER 5 Planting Close to Home CHAPTER 6 Softening the Hardscape CHAPTER 7 Green Shade and Dappled Edges Conclusion: The Nature of Growing About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisThe Birdhouse Book is the most authoritative book available for creating safe, sturdy, and easy-to-build homes for many of North America’s favorite birds. This updated edition includes important new and timely topics including impacts of climate change on birds, nestbox monitoring for community science, native plants, and how birders can help birds.Written with those who truly want the best for birds, The Birdhouse Book explains how to build and place functional DIY bird homes that are safe and appropriate for more than 20 classic North American species, from wrens to raptors. Each of the easy-to-build boxes and shelves within is accompanied by cut lists, specially created line diagrams, and step-by-step photography, making the projects accessible to those with even the most rudimentary woodworking skills. In addition, this practical and beauti

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Book SynopsisThe First-Time Gardener: Growing Vegetables is an essential tool for newbie gardeners, handing them all the practical and inspirational know-how they need to grow a fruitful garden, even if it's their very first time sinking a seed into the soil. Trade Review"Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout in full color photography...the ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, school, and community library Gardening & Horticulture instructional reference collections." * Midwest Book Review *“… answers every question from where to put the garden to how to prepare soil to deciding which veggies to plant.” * CNN Underscored *"Sowards welcomes new gardeners to growing vegetables with a cheerful voice and a can-do attitude." -- Heather Prince * American Gardener *"Sowards is also a gifted writer. Her words bring the many acts and facts of gardening to life and illustrate her principles as vividly as her photographs." * Provincetown Independent *'a useful and inspiring guide for those at the beginning of the veg-growing journey.' * Countryfile Magazine *Table of Contents1 Welcome to the Classroom 2 The Foundation—What Every Garden Needs to Succeed 3 Creating Your Garden 4 Growing with the Seasons 5 The Need for Seed . . .or Not 6 Grow Something Lovely—Designing a Captivating Space 7 The Nitty-Gritty of Garden Management 8 Making the Harvest CONCLUSION Grow on, Gardener About the Author Acknowledgments Index

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Book SynopsisEven if you've never lifted a trowel, you'll be growing gorgeous plants and flowers in no time flat with the beginner-friendly advice and know-how found in The First-Time Gardener: Growing Plants and Flowers. Trade Review"Again, a great, great book for the beginning gardener. This one would make a great Mother’s Day or Father’s Day gift. And if you’re the one in need of a great gardening primer, this is it. A weekend’s worth of reading and a reference that you’ll use for years." -- Andrew Messinger * The Hampton Gardener/27East.com *"Want to learn the different ways to mulch, prune, compost, recognize plant diseases, and deal with animals?" -- Pat Leuchtman * Common Weeder *"While the book may seem like a lot of information, it is perfect for holding any gardener’s hands while also still reminding experienced gardeners about basics that may very well be skipping over" -- Susan Bewley * Budget Earth *"...the perfect introductory gardening book for those just starting to learn about planting and tending to the landscape outdoors." * Home for the Harvest *"It even explains the difference between annuals and perennials and gives time-management advice." * California Bountiful magazine *Table of Contents1 Understanding the Basics about Plants and Flowers: Definitions, Concepts, and More 2 The Building Blocks of Your Garden: Plant Needs, Garden Layout, and Containers 3 Getting Prepared for Your Garden: Taking Inventory, Tools, and More 4 Planting Your Garden: Steps, Tips, and Common Mistakes 5 Caring for Your Garden: The What, When, and How 6 Common Garden Problems You Will Run Into (and How to Avoid Them) 7 Putting It All Together 8 Get Out There and Grow Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Author Acknowledgments About the Authors Index

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Book SynopsisTiny plants are poised to take over the gardening world. And no category of tiny plants is as welcome and wildly embraceable as tiny edibles. Not only are they cute as a button, but they’re tasty and nutritious too! In Micro Food Gardening, author and small-space gardening pro Jen McGuinness, introduces you to a world of miniature edible plants and dozens of DIY projects for growing them. Not everyone has room to grow a full-sized tomato plant or a melon vine that takes up more room than your car, but everyone has space for a micro tomato that tops out at the height of a Barbie doll or a dwarf watermelon with vines that won’t grow any longer than your leg. From miniature herbs and salad greens to tiny strawberry plants, baby beets, and mini cabbages, you’ll quickly discover that micro gardening offers a surprisingly diverse and delicious array of edible opportunities. Plus, with step-by-step in

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Book SynopsisDr. Houseplant is a beautiful reference book for indoor gardeners that combines practical knowledge with fantastic photography covering the most popular 50 houseplants from the azaleas to the yucca and eveything in between.

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Book SynopsisIn this updated 2nd edition of Texas Fruit & Vegetable Gardening, you'll find much-needed advice and practical tips on growing an edible garden, no matter which part of The Lone Star State you call home. Growing in Texas isn’t easy. It’s either too hot, too cold, too wet, or too dry. The state ranges from a cold winter climate in the north to an almost tropical one in the south. And it goes from very alkaline limestone soils in the Hill Country to extremely acidic soils in East Texas. That's why this region-specific garden guide is a must-have for every Texas gardener! Seasoned horticulturist, conservationist, garden writer, and seventh-generation Texan Greg Grant simplifies the ins and outs of Texas gardening and serves as your guide to success. Regardless of whether you're tending an in-ground plot, a small container garden, or a series of raised beds,Texas Fruits & Vegetable Gardening is an inv

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Book SynopsisAchieve greater control of your produce and flowers, higher yields, and the greatest satisfaction from your garden each season as you shape your crops with Starting & Saving Seeds.Table of ContentsIntroduction PART I HOW TO START, GROW, AND SAVE SEEDS CHAPTER 1 Getting Started CHAPTER 2 Starting Seeds CHAPTER 3 From Seedlings to Plants to Saving Seeds PART II MEET THE PLANTS CHAPTER 4 Fruits and Vegetables CHAPTER 5 Herbs and Flowers Acknowledgments Photo Credits Resources Index About the Author

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Book SynopsisThe Complete Guide to Wiring is BLACK+DECKER’s eighth edition of the best-selling home improvement book in North America for more than a decade, now completely updated to conform to 2020–2023 National Electrical Code.Table of ContentsIntroductionWORKING SAFELY WITH WIRINGHow Electricity WorksGlossary of Electrical TermsUnderstanding Electrical CircuitsGrounding & PolarizationHome Wiring ToolsWiring SafetyWIRE, CABLE & CONDUITWire & CableNM CableConduitBOXES & PANELSElectrical BoxesInstalling BoxesElectrical PanelsSWITCHESWall SwitchesTypes of Wall SwitchesSpecialty SwitchesTesting SwitchesRECEPTACLESTypes of ReceptaclesReceptacle WiringGFCI ReceptaclesTesting ReceptaclesPRELIMINARY WORKPlanning Your ProjectHighlights of the National Electrical CodeRoom by Room WiringCIRCUIT MAPSCommon Household CircuitsCOMMON WIRING PROJECTSGFCI & AFCI BreakersSurge-Protective DevicesService PanelsGrounding & Bonding a Wiring SystemSubpanels120/240-Volt Dryer Receptacles120/240-Volt Range ReceptaclesDryer and Range CordsAdding an Outdoor ReceptacleCeilings LightsRecessed Ceiling LightsTrack LightsUndercabinet LightsVanity LightsLow-Voltage Cable LightsHardwired Smoke & CO Alarms2-WIRE CABLELandscape LightsDoorbellsWireless SwitchesBaseboard HeatersWall HeatersUnderfloor Radiant Heat SystemsCeiling FansRemote-Control Ceiling Fan RetrofitBathroom Exhaust FansRange HoodsBackup Power SupplyInstalling a Transfer SwitchOutbuildingsMotion-Sensing FloodlightsREPAIR PROJECTSRepairing Light FixturesRepairing ChandeliersRepairing Ceiling FansRepairing Fluorescent LightsReplacing Plugs & CordsReplacing a Lamp SocketCOMMON WIRING PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONSService Panels & GroundingCables & WiresBoxesCordsReceptacles & SwitchesLight FixturesConversionsResourcesIndex

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Book SynopsisFind inspiration in new designs and follow the latest codes as you custom build the deck of your dreams.Architecture, building codes, and design are not static; they change constantly. That’s why there’s a new edition of the best-selling BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Decks, incorporating updates to national building codes, as well as new developments in building materials and design. Calling attention to composite deckboards and railings, as well as other PVC products made from recycled plastic, the new materials systems featured in this book are environmentally friendly, easy to work with, rot resistant, and very low maintenance.Whether you opt for manufactured deck products or wood, the success of your project depends upon a sturdy deck undercarriage. Accomplishing this isn’t difficult, but building the framework requires that you have the latest information on building codes. In recent years, these codeTable of ContentsIntroductionGALLERY OF INSPIRING DECKSDECK PLANNING + DESIGNEvaluating Your SiteDeck Building CodesDetermining Lumber SizeUnderstanding LoadsDeveloping Your Deck PlanWorking with Building InspectorsDECK MATERIALS + TOOLSStructural LumberWood DeckingNonwood DeckingFasteners + HardwareMetal Connecting HardwareScrews + NailsFlashingFootingsSpecialty ToolsHow to Build a DeckBuilding a Deck: A Step-by-Step OverviewSTRUCTURAL SUPPORTInstalling a LedgerLocating Post FootingsDigging + Pouring FootingsInstalling PostsInstalling BeamsHanging JoistsDECKINGDecking PatternsLaying DeckingSTAIRSBuilding StairsDECK RAILINGSDeck Railing BasicsCurved RailingsComposite + PVC Railing SystemsGlass-panel RailingsSteel Cable RailingsADVANCED FRAMING TECHNIQUESFraming Low-profile DecksFraming Multilevel DecksFraming Decks on Steep SlopesWorking with AnglesCreating CurvesFraming for InsetsCUSTOM DECK PROJECTSUnderdeck EnclosureRunoff GuttersBoardwalk Deck on a SlabFloating Octagon Island DeckA Deck for EntertainingDECK ACCESSORIESLow-voltage LightingDeck PlantersPrivacy ScreenDeck BenchesDeck SkirtingFINISHING + MAINTAINING YOUR DECKCleaning, Sealing + Coloring a Wood DeckFinishing a New Wood DeckMaintaining a DeckRepairing a DeckCleaning Vinyl + Composite DeckingDeckbuilding GlossaryMetric ConversionsResourcesPhoto CreditsIndex

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER The Complete Photo Guide to Treehouses 3rd Edition features new building technique information on using TAB (Treehouse anchor bolt) support systems and extended information on cable-supported platforms.Table of ContentsContents The Complete Guide to Treehouses Introduction Lofty Ideas: A Gallery of Creative Treehouses Treehouse Basics Choosing a Tree General Tree Health Is It Big Enough? Location Trees to Avoid Grooming the Winner Choosing a Tree Species Planning + Design Building Codes + Zoning Laws Parts of a Treehouse Design Considerations Lumber, Hardware + Tools Treehouse Safety Safe Treehouse Design Working Safely Treehouse Construction Treehouse Support Systems Treehouse Support Options Beams and Braces Platforms Single Tree: Platform Nestled in Branches Single Tree: Trunk as Center Post Two Trees: Platform Spanning Between Trunks Three Trees: Platform Spanning Between Trunks Two Trees + Two Support Posts Framing + Finishing Walls Framing Walls Siding + Trim Installing Walls Building Railings Finishing Interiors Wall + Ceiling Paneling Shelves + Tables Flip-down Table + Bunk Doors + Windows Building a Window Shutters + Pop-up Windows Fun Doors Classic Doors Building Roofs Framing the Roof Sheathing + Roofing Modes of Access Ladders Trap Doors Fireman’s Pole Swings + Playthings Classic Tree Swings Zip Line Rock Climbing Wall Water Cannon Speaking Tube Slides Treehouse Projects Open-air Treehouse Gable House with Entry Deck More Treehouse Plans Plan 1: Gable Roof with Auxiliary Posts Plan 2: A-frame with Walkout Deck Plan 3: Half-covered Crow’s Nest Plan 4: Wraparound Shed on Stilts Plan 5: Triangular Tree Hut Plan 6: Four-tree Shanty Resources/Photo Credits Index

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Book Synopsis BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Sheds Updated 4th Edition has the perfect plan for building your own tool shed, habitable shed, garden shed, and many other types of sheds. With more than 20 complete building plans, the most popular plans from previous editions are preserved, from small garage-style sheds with overhead doors, to kit sheds, to contemporary utility sheds with a dramatic flair. This new edition delves into new styles that are drawing strong interest today, including tiny sheds, miniature tool sheds, and even small habitable sheds that are designed to function as a private home office or a quiet retreat for practicing a particular hobby or activity. As with all of the hardworking, practical sheds from earlier editions, the new varieties include full-color step-by-step photos, complete building plan drawings with cutting lists, and clear how-to instruction

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Book SynopsisIn The Regenerative Garden, discover 80 projects that put you and your garden in-sync with nature, which leads to reduced maintenance and a wiser use of resources, and results in a garden that practically cares for itself.Trade Review"Within each chapter are many projects that you can readily accomplish at reasonable cost and time. In fact, you might scratch your head and think….why haven’t I done that. Do not scold yourself because with this book in hand, you can do it! Follow these permaculture suggestions and you will become a better informed and more eco-conscious gardener." * George Graine, The Graine Thumb *"This is a must-need book in your gardening library." -- Maria Colletti, author of Terrariums: Gardens Under Glass * Shepherd.com *"Conservation of materials, eliminating waste and a concern for introducing children to the joys of the garden are present alongside useful tips. Anyone who yearns for planting season will appreciate this book." * Connecticut Horticultural Society *Table of ContentsForewordIntroduction1 | SoilGrowing from the Ground Up2 | WaterEfficiency in Collection and Use3 | PlantsGrowing Life4 | ClimateCreating Harmony5 | EthicsReducing Waste and Encouraging Diversity6 | CommunityBuilding Sharing Spaces for EveryoneResourcesAbout the AuthorAcknowledgmentsCitationsIndex

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Book SynopsisLearn the ancient art of bonsai with a modern twist and permission to bend the rules in Freestyle Bonsai.Trade Review..."an excellent, interesting book...not only filled with beautiful, informational pictures but all the information you need to get started and keep your bonsai alive." -- Susan Bewley * Budget Earth *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Bonsai MythChapter OneWHAT IS BONSAI?Chapter TwoBONSAI TOOLSChapter ThreeTREE SPECIES FOR BONSAIChapter FourREPOTTING BASICSChapter FiveBONSAI STYLINGChapter SixCARE & MAINTENANCEChapter SevenFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)Epilogue: The Bonsai JourneyGlossaryResourcesAcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorsIndex

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Book SynopsisThe First-Time Homesteader has all the essential information you need to start a homestead in the city, country, or suburbia, including advice on gardening, raising chickens, keeping bees, starting a home dairy, and living more resourcefully. Table of ContentsIntroduction CH 1 Making a Plan CH 2 Yard Birds CH 3 Meat in the Freezer CH 4 The Home Dairy CH 5 The Homestead Garden CH 6 Keeping Bees CH 7 Resourceful Living and Natural Remedies CH 8 Homestead Kitchen Skills Conclusion A Simple and Beautiful Life About the Author Acknowledgments Index

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Book SynopsisWith guidance from The Elegant and Edible Garden, you’ll learn how to create a one-of-a-kind food garden that’s just as beautiful as it is functional. Trade Review"Perhaps most importantly, Vater reminds us that the joy is in our gardening journeys and in the multifaceted beauty of the gardens we create and share with others." -- Andrea Siegel * Washington Gardener *"Are you looking for the perfect gardening book to inspire you to create the perfect kitchen garden? If so, we think you will loveThe Elegant & Edible Garden." -- Susan Bewley * Budget Earth *"...as The Elegant and Edible Garden illustrates, with a bow to necessity, it is possible to create the garden of our dreams..." * Connecticut Horticultural Society *Table of ContentsPreface Introduction PART I ASPIRATION Chapter 1 Beauty and Sensual Appeal Decide What You Want Chapter 2 Garden Style and Setting Make It Your Own PART II INSPIRATION Chapter 3 Garden Design Formulate a Plan Chapter 4 Garden Organization, Scale, and Access Make It Work Chapter 5 Flexibility and Adaptability Think Both Short and Long Term Chapter 6 Color and Composition Express Yourself Express Yourself PART III MOTIVATION Chapter 7 Garden Stewardship Garden Responsibly Chapter 8 Lifestyle and Wellness Grow Your Own Chapter 9 Community and Seasonal Celebration Harvest Joy and Live a Garden Life Products and Resources Acknowledgments About the Author Photography Credits Index

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Book SynopsisIn this updated 2nd edition of Southwest Fruit & Vegetable Gardening, you’ll find much-needed advice and practical tips on growing an edible garden, no matter which part of the southwestern US you call home. Growing in the Southwest isn’t easy. It’s either too hot or too cold and often very dry. The region hosts a range of soils and climate conditions that can be difficult for a gardener to navigate. That’s why this region-specific garden guide is a must-have for every Southwestern gardener! Botanist Jacqueline Soule simplifies the ins and outs of gardening in the Southwest and serves as your guide to success. Regardless of whether you’re tending an in-ground plot, a small container garden, or a series of raised beds, Southwest Fruit & Vegetable Gardening is an invaluable resource. You’ll find: Detailed profiles of over 60 edible plants that thrive in the region&rsq

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Book SynopsisFour-Season Food Gardening hands you all the know-how you need to make growing food 365 days a year your new superpower! Unlike most other vegetable gardening books on the market, this one approaches the subject through the lens of what you can grow during each of the four seasons, even if you live in a cold climate. Using season-extension techniques, such as cold frames, mini hoop houses, and thick mulches, combined with a thoughtful mixture of annual and perennial crops, you’ll discover that eating from your backyard through all 12 months is possible. With a hearty dose of enthusiasm and expertise, author Misilla dela Llana of YouTube’s Learn to Grow channel presents this season-by-season guide to growing edible plants, covering everything from what tasks and what crops are best for each harvesting season to step-by-step DIY projects for structures and methods <Trade Review"There are abundant tips about how to sow, harvest and protect your crops. You will feel prepared to start gardening your food after reading dela Llana's guide." -- Dorvall Bedford * Washington Gardener *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION SECTION 1 GETTING STARTED WITH THE BASICS CHAPTER 1 Planning Your Garden CHAPTER 2 Soil and Fertility CHAPTER 3 Extending the Season SECTION 2 SEASON BY SEASON IN THE GARDEN CHAPTER 4 Spring CHAPTER 5 Summer CHAPTER 6 Fall CHAPTER 7 Winter PROFILES OF FAVORITE CROPS ABOUT THE AUTHOR ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INDEX

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Book SynopsisSetting up your first raised bed garden? With help from YouTube gardening star CaliKim, you’ll soon be growing your own fresh, organic vegetables, herbs, and flowers like a pro. Whether your yard is big or small, raised beds are the perfect fit. They allow you to create a controlled growing environment, filled with fertile soil, where plants thrive. Raised beds help gardeners overcome rocky or less-than-ideal soils, there’s little to no weeding involved, and they can be as large or as petite as you’d like. You can even use an elevated or mobile raised bed if the only sunny space you have to grow is on a patio, deck, or driveway. In The First-Time Gardener: Raised Bed Gardening, you’ll learn how to select the best raised bed for your space, what to fill it with, and tips for staking and trellising plants to save space and improve yields. Additional advice found inside inTrade Review"It has everything you need to create your first raised bed garden and even has reference information perfect for experienced gardeners." -- Susan Bewley * Budget Earth *Table of ContentsIntroductionWelcome to Raised Bed GardeningWhat Are Raised Beds?1 Getting StartedThe Best Journey Starts with a Plan2 Building Your Raised BedsMaking the Dream into a Reality3 Filling Your Raised BedsIt’s All in the Soil4 Planting and G rowing in Your Raised BedsKeep It Simple, Expand LaterBeginner-Friendly Crops to Grow in Raised BedsStaking, Trellising, and Other Structures5 Layouts and Planting Plans for Your Raised BedsHere We Grow!ConclusionResourcesAbout the AuthorIndex

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Book SynopsisBlack & Decker The Hardworking Home is chock-full of ideas and how-to tutorials on adapting your home environment to efficiently accommodate home office space, home and remote schooling, and living in the emerging cultural reality.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION What Makes a Hardworking Home?SECTION 1: ADAPTING SPACE Tips and Solutions for Any Room Home Office Décor Dining and Living Rooms Kitchens Family Rooms BedroomsSECTION 2: CREATING SPACE Renovating a Spare Room Lighting ImprovementsCreating an Office or “Recess Area” in a Basement Is Your Basement Livable? Basement Humidity Basement Space Basement Building Codes Controlling Basement Moisture Furred-Out Basement Walls Upgrading Basement Ventilation Replacing Basement Windows Basement Floors Basement Ceilings Installing Direct-Mounted Basement Ceiling PanelsCloset Offices Closet Office ConversionCreating Living Space in a Garage Garage Renovation Potential The Garage Door Improving Garage Lighting Rehabbing a Garage Floor Interior Garage Walls Garage Windows and SkylightsMaking a Shed Habitable Shed Requirements Getting Power to a Shed Shed Lighting Shed Walls and Ceilings Shed Ventilation Shed Heating and Cooling Shed FloorsSECTION 3: EASY DIY PROJECTS FOR THE HARDWORKING HOMEPrivacy Barriers & Room Dividers Folding Room Dividers Kneewalls Partition WallsDoors Door TypesBookcase Room Dividers Built-In Room-Divider BookcaseDesks, Shelving, and Storage Foldaway Wall Bench/DeskUnderstairs Solutions Finishing an Understairs AreaUtility ShelvesPegboard Storage Custom Storage Loft Special-Purpose Carts Adjustable Shelves Photo CreditsMetric Conversion Charts Index

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Book SynopsisAutomotive archaeologist Tom Cotter is “The Barn Find Hunter” in Hagerty’s popular YouTube series. In Secrets of the Barn Find Hunter, he reveals how he finds amazing collector cars otherwise long forgotten.Trade Review"If you find stories of unearthing dusty, long-forgotten automotive treasures truly captivating, then this book by Tom Cotter is a must-have for you." * Chevy Hardcore *"Full of enthralling stories, Cotter’s book is breezily written and illustrated by photography from some of his finds. If you want to learn the secrets to finding lost cars gleamed from a lifetime of experience, this book is a must." * PCA.org *Table of ContentsIntroduction by McKeel Hagerty Prologue: The Gateway Drug to the Old Car Hobby 1 Collector-Car Cold Calling 2 Genesis of a Barn Find Hunter 3 “I’ll Never Sell.” The Fine Art of Hoarding 4 Top 25 Barn Find Hunting Pro Tips 5 The Barn Find Author 6 Barn Find Hunter Video Series 7 Rust Never Sleeps 8 Hiding in Plain Sight (Unless You Look) 9 How the Pros Do It 10 The Academic Approach by Geoff Hacker 11 My Wildest Finds 12 My Biggest Screwups 13 First You Must Sell Yourself 14 The Barn Find Bookshelf 15 The Best of Barn Find Hunter 16 The Future of Barn Finding Index About the Authors

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Book SynopsisIn The Urban Garden you’ll find dozens of inspiring and creative ways to grow flowers, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, and other plants in small spaces and with a limited budget.   Whether you want to grow on a balcony, rooftop, front stoop, or a tiny urban patio, turn your growing dreams into reality and build a gorgeous and unique garden that showcases your personal style while still being functional and productive. With the ingenious ideas and resourceful tactics found here, you’ll be maximizing yields and beauty from every square inch of your space, while also making a lush outdoor living area you’ll crave spending time in.  Take inspiration from urban gardeners around the world and learn to:   Install planting pockets on fences and walls Grow a rooftop garden in lightweight grow bags Tips for designing small spaces that feel BIG Trade Review"Anyone with a yen to garden but little room for digging will find this worth returning to." * Publishers Weekly *"With photos and descriptions of countless mini-landscapes—along with tips and tricks to try yourself—The Urban Garden inspires and energizes, too." -- Susan Brackney * HobbyFarms.com *"Consider this a gardening cookbook—with enticing recipes you’ll immediately want to go out and try." -- Mary Kate Mackey * Shepherd.com *"The Urban Garden book is jam-packed with 101 great ideas, that beginner and experienced gardeners will learn from. This book is beautifully laid out with gorgeous, colorful photographs that will inspire you to create the garden of your dreams, no matter if it is a small space or a large plot. It’s well thought out and an easy read." * ToniGattone.com *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTIONCHAPTER 1 Clever ContainersCHAPTER 2 Creative Flower GrowingCHAPTER 3 Food GrowingCHAPTER 4 Garden EntertainingCHAPTER 5 Intensive Gardening for Small SpacesCHAPTER 6 Gardening Styles for Small SpacesCHAPTER 7 Privacy BoostersCHAPTER 8 Recycled & Repurposed InspirationCHAPTER 9 Small-Space SolutionsCHAPTER 10 Supporting Urban WildlifeCHAPTER 11 Vertical Growing IdeasABOUT THE AUTHORSPHOTOGRAPHERS’ CREDITSINDEXINTRODUCTIONCHAPTER 1 Clever ContainersCHAPTER 2 Creative Flower GrowingCHAPTER 3 Food GrowingCHAPTER 4 Garden EntertainingCHAPTER 5 Intensive Gardening for Small SpacesCHAPTER 6 Gardening Styles for Small SpacesCHAPTER 7 Privacy BoostersCHAPTER 8 Recycled & Repurposed InspirationCHAPTER 9 Small-Space SolutionsCHAPTER 10 Supporting Urban WildlifeCHAPTER 11 Vertical Growing IdeasABOUT THE AUTHORSPHOTOGRAPHERS’ CREDITSINDEX

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Book SynopsisBloom is the only modern guide to cultivating flowering houseplants that includes insider secrets to encourage these beautiful plants to bloom and thrive.Trade Review"New and experienced growers alike will relish these strategies for adding a little flower power." * Publishers Weekly *"As a pet owner, I also love that the author doesn’t just go into care and prorogation to keep the plant healthy, but toxicity. Many pet parents have good intentions with houseplants but don’t realize that some are poisonous to cats and/or dogs. Pet parents can make informed decisions perfect for their household with great information." * Budget Earth *"Suitable for experienced or new houseplant owners, the book covers basics such as soil health, light and water needs, pot shapes, pruning, environmental conditions and how to solve problems that may arise." * California Bountiful Magazine *Table of Contents1 Caring for Flowering Houseplants Light, Potting Medium, Containers, Water, Humidity, Grooming2 It’s Bloom Time! Bloom Cycles and Photoperiodism Fertilizer Root Systems and Dormancy Plant Health3 Flower Portraits Bromeliads Aechmea fasciata—Silver Urn Billbergia species Guzmania lingulata—Scarlet Star Tillandsia ionantha—Air Plant Wallisia cyanea (formerly Tillandsia)—Pink Quill or Blue Flowered TorchCacti and Other Succulents Adenium obesum—Desert Rose or Mock Azalea Ceropegia species—String of Hearts or Rosary Vine Cleistocactus winteri—Golden Rat Tail, Cactus or Golden Monkey Tail Epiphyllum oxypetalum—Queen of the Night or Orchid Cactus Euphorbia milii—Crown of Thorns or Christ Plant Hoya species—Wax Plant or Porcelain Flower Huernia zebrina—Lifesaver Plant or Little Owl Eyes Orbea variegata (formerly Stapelia)—Starfish Flower or Carrion Flower Rhipsalis pilocarpa—Hairy-Stemmed RhipsalisGesneriads Aeschynanthus radicans—Lipstick Plant Columnea species—Goldfish Plant or Dancing Dolphins Episcia species—Flame Violet or Peacock Plant Kohleria species—Kohleria Nematanthus gregarius—Goldfish Plant or Clog Plant Primulina species—Vietnamese Violet Streptocarpus section Saintpaulia (formerly Saintpaulia ionantha)—African Violet Streptocarpus subgenus Streptocarpella (formerly Streptocarpella saxorum)—Nodding Violet or False African Violet Streptocarpus subgenus Streptocarpus—Cape PrimroseOrchids Gastrochilus retrocallus (formerly Haraella retrocalla)—Fragrant Mini Orchid Gomesa echinata (formerly Baptistonia echinata)—Bee Orchid Ludisia discolor—Jewel Orchid Paphiopedilum species—Slipper Orchid or Lady Slipper Orchid Phalaenopsis—Moth OrchidHoliday Plants Cyclamen persicum—Florist Cyclamen Euphorbia pulcherrima—Poinsettia or Christmas Star Hippeastrum—Amaryllis or Knight’s Star Lily Kalanchoe blossfeldiana—Flaming Katy or Florist Kalanchoe Oxalis triangularis—False Shamrock or Good Luck Plant Schlumbergera species—Holiday Cactus or Christmas Cactus Stephanotis floribunda—Madagascar Jasmine or Bridal FlowerMore Blooms Anthurium andraeanum—Flamingo Flower or Painter’s Palette Aphelandra squarrosa—Zebra Plant Begonia species—Begonia Citrus species—Citrus Clerodendrum thomsoniae—Bleeding-Heart Vine or Butterfly Flower Clivia miniata—Natal Lily Gardenia jasminoides—Gardenia or Cape Jasmine Justicia brandegeeana (formerly Beloperone guttata)—Shrimp Plant or False Medinilla magnifica—Rose Grape or Chandelier Tree Spathiphyllum—Peace Lily or White Sails RESOURCES ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT T HE AUTHOR INDEX

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Book SynopsisHow to Become a Gardener guides readers on a life-changing path from food insecurity to the joys of making your own homegrown harvests.Trade Review"...is a beautiful encapsulation of Thomas's love and appreciation for gardening that has everything you need to grow your own food and become the gardener you want to be." * Washington Gardener Magazine *“…grow an abundance of crops, including a variety of leafy greens, roots and tubers, and a whole host of fruits… With a garden, [the author] says, you’re not just cultivating a space – you’re cultivating yourself.” * Better Homes & Gardens *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Journey to Becoming a Gardener CHAPTER 1 A GARDEN DEFINED What Makes a Space a Garden? CHAPTER 2 CREATING YOUR FOOD SECURITY Gardens as a Resilient Intervention CHAPTER 3 GETTING DOWN AND DIR TY Starting Your Garden and Overcoming the Challenges CHAPTER 4 SOWING GOOD SEED S Evaluating Seed Options for Your Garden CHAPTER 5 EMPOWERMENT THROUGH GROWING Reclaiming Your Food Authority CHAPTER 6 FREEDOM THROUGH FOOD The Power of Homegrown Food for Holistic Wellness CHAPTER 7 LESSONS LEARNED Virtues Learned as a Gardener CHAPTER 8 THE GARDEN GROWS YOU Appreciating Your Gardening Evolution REFERENCES PHOTO CREDITS ABOUT THE AUTHOR ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INDEX

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Book SynopsisLearn to create a personalized cross stitch baby announcement with Cross Stitch Celebrations: Bundle of Joy! More than 20 patterns include mix-and-match border designs, alphabets, and color schemes to make a truly special gift for every bundle of joy. Trade Review"Expertly and instructively illustrated with patterns and 'how to' directions, and with a special appeal for anyone wanting to create a baby-themed gift and/or birth announcement." * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsIntroductionTools & MaterialsThe Basics of Cross StitchPlanning Your DesignBaby Animal PatternsBear, Bunny, Dinosaur, Duck, Elephant, Owl, WhaleBorder PatternsGingham & Quilt, Waves or Scallops, Leaves on the Vine, Mini Rainbows, Chevrons,Mini MotifsHeart, Cloud & Moon, Flower, Paw Print, Larger RainbowAlphabetsCute & Chunky UppercaseCute & Chunky LowercaseThin & ModernBackstitch MiniFramed Baby Announcement (Gabriel)Simple Baby Name Hoop (Anna)Frameless Baby Announcement (Riley & Alex)Gifting Your CreationsGrid PaperAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisThe award-winning television and podcast host Joe Lamp’l is here with insider tips and next-level insight for creating a lush, fruitful, and resilient vegetable garden.*Winner of the GardenComm 2023 Laurel Media Awards Silver Award in the Book Publisher/Producer General Readership Category*Just when you think you have a secure grip on what it takes to grow a vegetable garden, a pro like Joe comes along to surprise you with a wheelbarrow full of new-to-you information to knock your gardening socks right off. In The Vegetable Gardening Book, Joe distills insight from years interviewing highly experienced growers for public television’s Growing a Greener World and The joe gardener® Show Podcastalong with his own extensive, hands-on knowledge of the craft to present practical and useful info on everything from starting seeds and selecting varieties to building the perfect tomato cage, encouraging pollinTrade Review“Joe is a life-long vegetable gardener. He has the unique perspective of learning from his personal experiences in his own gardens and hosting a gardening podcast and TV show where he has gleaned tips from other expert gardeners. The result is this comprehensive, organic gardening book filled with Joe's inspiration and practical advice.” -- Charlie Nardozzi, author of The Complete Guide to No-Dig Gardening“Despite the many vegetable gardening books already on the market, Joe Lamp'l's entry is by far the best of the lot. The conversational tone made it especially easy to read. The comprehensive coverage of the topic, having everything in one place, and the handy index will prove invaluable for experienced and novice gardeners alike. The vegetable grow guide is a treasure.” -- Lorraine Ballato, horticulturist, and author of Success with Hydrangeas"...one of my top five gardening books for beginners. It has everything a beginner gardener needs to know, from picking their spots to the things you wouldn’t even think about, such as picking the right mulch." * Budget Earth *“…this is the only book on growing vegetables you need to have in your library. There are not enough superlatives to describe its comprehensive, step-by-step, description of the process of creating a food garden.” * Los Angeles Daily News *"Even seasoned vegetable gardeners can learn from this comprehensive book." * California Bountiful *Table of ContentsPREFACE: The Joy and Importance of Growing Your Own Food INTRODUCTION Start Here It's All About the Soil Plant Basics Where to Grow Your Food Feeding Your Plants Seeds and Seedlings Getting the Timing Right Mulch Matters Getting the Watering Right Extending the Season Insects and Bugs: Friend or Foe? Diseases: Managing the Inevitable GROW GUIDES: The Fab 40 for Filling Your Vegetable Garden ABOUT THE AUTHOR ACKNOWLEDGMENTS PHOTO CREDITS INDEX

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Book SynopsisTiny & Wild is the essential guide to creating a small-scale mini meadow that’s filled with low-maintenance plants to please both pollinators and people. Trade Review“The Introduction of this book asks you a question: ‘Why a Mini Meadow?’ You may have picked the book up because you are curious, along with emotional, about living a life shared with other living beings aside from people. You want to come to know how to find a small space and have it fulfill your imagination by creating a natural community of plants that live well together. Here you’ll find beauty in plants and the acts of planting, caring, and discovering a life within that community.” * Roy Diblik, co-owner of Northwind Perennial Farm and author of The Know Maintenance Perennial Garden * “Graham shows how to grow in tune with local site conditions – thinking of garden plants not as high-maintenance individuals but as a community that can adapt and thrive together. By bridging ideas from traditional and wilder design methods, this practical introduction to natural landscaping helps those with any-sized landscape create an aesthetically and environmentally purposeful space.” * Benjamin Vogt, author of A New Garden Ethic and Prairie Up *“This beautifully illustrated guide distills years of small meadow making experience into clear and inspiring tips and techniques that guide you through design, installation, and meadow management.” * Claudia West, Principal at Phyto Studios, co-author of Planting in a Post-Wild World *Table of ContentsIntroduction: Why a Mini Meadow? The benefits of growing a small-scale Meadow. 1 Finding Wild inspiration in natural and Man-Made spaces Using natural plant communities and existing public gardens to spark your creativity. 2 Bringing the Meadow home Site selection advice to find the ideal spot for planting and learning how to work with the existing conditions. 3 Designing Your Mini Meadow Function and aesthetics combine to create the perfect Meadow planting. 4 Preparing the Meadow site How to get rid of existing vegetation and manage the soil to get ready for growing. 5 Planting Your Mini Meadow Planting methods, tools, and timing for success. 6 Meadow Maintenance How to water, mow, weed, and care for your micro prairie. 7 What to plant Plant lists and charts to choose the best plants for your (micro)climate. Conclusion Resources + Inspiration About the Author Acknowledgments Index

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Book Synopsis In The Tiny But Mighty Farm, author Jill Ragan of YouTube’s Whispering Willow Farm teaches you how to turn a typical suburban backyard into a productive mini farm.Backyard mini farming is about regular people who live in regular houses turning all or part of their property into a productive, high-yielding mini farm. Unlike gardening, mini farming takes a very deliberate approach, with the main goal being to grow as much food as you can with as little land and as few resources as possible. Everything is done with planning and purpose, rather than as a hobby. Whether your property is one-tenth of an acre, one full acre, or somewhere in between, there are so many opportunities to grow vegetables, fruits, and herbs in creative and high-yielding ways.If concerns about food security and the rising cost of food have you feeling uneasy, or if you just want to play a bigger role in feeding your family and your community, starting a backyardTrade Review“The Tiny but Mighty Farm is a wonderful roadmap for gardeners and farmers of all types. Whether you are a hobby farmer, homesteader, or aspiring market gardener, Jill’s book is sure to inspire you to dream big. It will also equip you with the essential information needed to achieve those dreams. Small scale, sustainable farms are the answer to our broken food system, and this book shows you just how impactful they can be!” * Kim Doughty-McCannon, Bell Urban Farm * "I wish I would have had this book as a reference when I started flower farming 22 years ago. The principles of planning and implementing your dreams found in The Tiny but Mighty Farm are applicable to anything you want to cultivate as a small farm enterprise. Jill's passion for educating others about sustainable growing really shows in a writing style that is easy to understand and truly heartfelt.” * Steve Kaufer, Sunflower Steve Seed Co. *"The Tiny but Mighty Farm is a must read for anyone wanting to garden and be more self-sufficient. It is packed full of helpful tips, garden knowledge, and ways to cultivate a life well lived. There are also so many beautiful images and helpful charts to inspire your gardening journey. This book will be used in my home for many years to come" * Annette Thurmon, host of the Azure Farm podcast *“The Tiny but Mighty Farm will inspire you to dig deep, reflect, and create a life you are proud of. This is not just a book about growing food. You will gain an immense amount of knowledge, whether you are a first-time gardener or a long-time grower. It is also a book that is going to show you how to connect with your land and your community. I read it from front to back and felt moved the entire time.” * Mandi Pickering, Wild Oak Farms *“The Tiny but Mighty Farm has a beautiful, empowering way of inspiring us to not only learn more about gardening but to also evaluate our own aspirations and values. Jill encourages us to dream bigger while also giving us all of the tools and details to actually achieve our goals through everything she has learned. I know that this book will also inspire others as it has me - as a wife, mom, daughter, and farmer. I’ll definitely be sharing this book!” * Lindsey Gilbert, owner of Willow Tree Flower Market *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Tiny Farm Journey CHAPTER 1 Small-Farm Values CHAPTER 2 What Kind of Farmer and Gardener Do You Want To Be? CHAPTER 3 Grow With Purpose CHAPTER 4 Soil: The Health & Longevity of Your Farm CHAPTER 5 In-Ground, Raised Beds & Indoor Growing: Which is Right for You? CHAPTER 6 Growing From Seed CHAPTER 7 Tools & Efficient Systems to Grow On CHAPTER 8 How Structures, High Tunnels & Greenhouses Help CHAPTER 9 Growing for Community: Turning Your Tiny Farm into a Business Conclusion: Keep Dreamin’ Acknowledgments About the Author Notes Index

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Book SynopsisIf you’re tired of battling blight on your tomatoes, losing your basil to downy mildew, and watching deer raid your vegetable garden, you’ll find all the answers you need right here.*2024 American Horticultural Society Book Award Winner* In The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook, author and veggie-growing guru Susan Mulvihill of YouTube’s Susan’s in the Garden is ready to set you up for long-term success in the vegetable garden. In these pages, Susan hands you all the info you need to stand firm against plant diseases, viruses, disorders, stressors, and even animal pests, and to do it without having to turn to harsh synthetic chemical products. All-natural solutions to your worst gardening woes are featured in an organized, problem-by-problem manner that makes this a quick and useful reference for both beginner and expert gardeners. This book is a wonderful companion to Susan’s previous booTrade Review"After reading this book, I feel more confident going into the growing season and looking forward to having a new reference book for dealing with vegetable garden issues!" * Budget Earth *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 NURTURE YOUR GARDEN & TROUBLESHOOT PROBLEMS Get Your Plants Off to the Best Start Possible 2 VEGETABLE PLANT DISEASE GUIDE Vegetable Crops and Potential Diseases Disease Profiles Organic Strategies Explained Organic Disease Control and Prevention Products 3 CRITTERS IN THE GARDEN Birds, Chipmunks, Deer Gophers, Pocket Groundhogs (a k a Woodchucks, Marmots) Mice, Moles, Opossums, Porcupines Rabbits, Raccoons, Rats Skunks, Tree Squirrels Voles, Meadow RESOURCES PRODUCT SUPPLIERS ABOUT THE AUTHOR ACKNOWLEDGMENTS PHOTO CREDITS INDEX

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