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Vegetation and ecological processes on Shackleford Bank, North Carolina. by Au, Shu-fun,1938-1969.(CARDINAL)319623;
Bibliography: pages 71-75.
Subjects: Plant ecology; Seashore ecology;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Making plant medicine / by Cech, Richo.(CARDINAL)659423;
Granny and the lunar eclipse -- Making a tincture: basic processes and terminology -- Tincturing made easy -- Extracting order from chaos: the math of tincturing -- Tinctures: basic formulas, solubility factors, dosage -- Vinegar extracts -- Herbal glycerites -- Teas and decoctions -- Herbal succi and syrups -- HErbal oils, salves, and creams -- Poultices, compresses, and soaks -- A gardener's herbal formulary.Making Plant Medicine is about making herbal medicine. This is a modern medicine making book and formulary with its roots in original herbalism designed for every medicinal herb gardener to cultivate the full potential of the plant-human relationship. Richo Cech tells very good stories based on his experience as a global wanderer, herbalist and medicine maker. In the context of his lifelong love of gardening, he has procduced this long-awaited book that is original, amusing and absolutely useful.
Subjects: Materia medica, Vegetable.; Traditional medicine.; Herbs; Herbal treatments.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Plant grow harvest repeat : grow a bounty of vegetables, fruits, and flowers by mastering the art of succession planting / by Cowden, Meg McAndrews,author.;
Includes glossary, bibliographical references (page 277), and index."Chapter 1 will focus on succession in the landscape, including lessons from prairies and woodlands. Chapter 2 moves on to how succession can work in the garden. Chapter 3 is about how to "layer" succession onto the home landscape, and the final chapter talks about the foundations of successful succession planting. This approach to gardening has not been explored in such depth and detail in other books; the link between natural processes and the garden should appeal to a wide spectrum of gardeners."--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Organic gardening.; Plant succession.; Sustainable horticulture.;
Available copies: 19 / Total copies: 22
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No dig : nurture your soil to grow better vegetables with less effort / by Dowding, Charles,author.(CARDINAL)556531; Buckley, Jonathan,photgrapher.(CARDINAL)420852;
Includes bibliographical references and index.It all begins with the soil -- Getting started -- The principles of growing vegetables -- Vegetable and herb directory."Stop digging and start to truly understand the needs of your soil for bumper harvests of healthier crops. Charles Dowding has spent a lifetime perfecting his no dig sysem of growing. At its core is an awareness that soil vitality is a dynamic process involving a web of organisms which we can easily feed and support, enabling our plants to grow strong and healthy, in a weed-free environment. With clear, step-by-step instructions on how to set up a no dig plot and detailed cultivation advice for more than 80 crops, this book will revolutionize the way you grow."--Back cover
Subjects: Instructional and educational works.; Organic gardening.; Soil science.; Soils.; Vegetable gardening.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 5
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Kitchen gardening for beginners : regrow your leftover greens, stalks, seeds, and more / by Elzer-Peters, Katie,author.(CARDINAL)599641;
Includes bibliographical references (109) and index.Introduction -- No-waste kitchen gardening: how it works and how to do it -- Regrow roots and underground stems in soil -- Regrow stems and modified stems in soil -- Grow seeds in soil and water -- Regrow whole plants and stems in water.Discover how to easily regrow vegetable discards and scraps and turn them into harvestable, edible plants--even if you have no gardening experience. Learn how to grow indoors and maintain your regrown plants until they are ready for harvest. The accompanying photos highlight each step of the process, showing you what the root section, seed, leaf, stem, or other plant part should look like when you replant it and then what it should look like when it's ready for harvest. Many of the featured vegetables can be regrown in water or in soil. Full instructions are supplied."--
Subjects: Instructional and educational works.; Gardening.; Food crops.; Kitchen gardens.;
Available copies: 10 / Total copies: 10
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Brilliant green : the surprising history and science of plant intelligence / by Mancuso, Stefano,author.(CARDINAL)424534; Benham, Joan(Translator),translator.(CARDINAL)619542; Pollan, Michael,contributor.(CARDINAL)265841; Viola, Alessandra,author.(CARDINAL)620858;
Includes bibliographical references."Are plants intelligent? Can they solve problems, communicate, and navigate their surroundings? Or are they passive, incapable of independent action or social behavior? Philosophers and scientists have pondered these questions since ancient Greece, most often concluding that plants are unthinking and inert: they are too silent, too sedentary -- just too different from us. Yet discoveries over the past fifty years have challenged these ideas, shedding new light on the extraordinary capabilities and complex interior lives of plants. In Brilliant Green, Stefano Mancuso, a leading scientist and founder of the field of plant neurobiology, presents a new paradigm in our understanding of the vegetal world. Combining a historical perspective with the latest in plant science, Mancuso argues that, due to cultural prejudices and human arrogance, we continue to underestimate plants. In fact, they process information, sleep, remember, and signal to one another -- showing that, far from passive machines, plants are intelligent and aware. Through a survey of plant capabilities from sight and touch to communication, Mancuso challenges our notion of intelligence, presenting a vision of plant life that is more sophisticated than most imagine. Plants have much to teach us, from network building to innovations in robotics and man-made materials -- but only if we understand more about how they live. Part botany lesson, part manifesto, Brilliant Green is an engaging and passionate examination of the inner workings of the plant kingdom."--
Subjects: Plants; Plants;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Brilliant green [sound recording] : the surprising history and science of plant intelligence / by Mancuso, Stefano,author.(CARDINAL)424534; Viola, Alessandra,author.(CARDINAL)620858; Pollan, Michael,writer of foreword.(CARDINAL)265841; Chamberlain, Mike,narrator.(CARDINAL)552733;
Read by Mike Chamberlain.Are plants intelligent' Can they solve problems, communicate, and navigate their surroundings' Or are they passive, incapable of independent action or social behavior' Philosophers and scientists have pondered these questions since ancient Greece, most often concluding that plants are unthinking and inert: they are too silent, too sedentary-just too different from us. Yet discoveries over the past fifty years have challenged these ideas, shedding new light on the extraordinary capabilities and complex interior lives of plants.In Brilliant Green, Stefano Mancuso, a leading scientist and founder of the field of plant neurobiology, presents a new paradigm in our understanding of the vegetal world. Combining a historical perspective with the latest in plant science, Mancuso argues that, due to cultural prejudices and human arrogance, we continue to underestimate plants. In fact, they process information, sleep, remember, and signal to one another-showing that, far from passive machines, plants are intelligent and aware. Through a survey of plant capabilities from sight and touch to communication, Mancuso challenges our notion of intelligence, presenting a vision of plant life that is more sophisticated than most imagine.
Subjects: Audiobooks.; Nature.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Wild dyeing : from the garden to color : an introduction to natural vegetable dyes. / by Philippe, Céline,author,photographer.;
"This book is an artfully presented resource for enthusiasts and crafters seeking authoritative information about the natural dyeing process from sourcing plants, extracting dyes, and materials to use. For those wishing to make their own dyes for decorating fabrics and textiles, upcycling clothes, creating their own color combinations, or relying upon natural methods, this book provides a step-by-step introduction to making colorful, natural dyes from plants and organic materials, whether collected in the wild or cultivated in the garden. The formulas, methods, and natural secrets are accompanied by idyllic photographs making this practical book a source of lifestyle inspiration. Every technique is 100% environmentally friendly, and every detail is covered including the history of dyeing; foraging for wild plant material; dye plants in the garden; proper materials and methods; matching fiber to the right dye; special techniques for hemp, linen, cotton, and even food; and testing for color fastness. Also included are sample projects. Mastering the art of using plant-based dyes will provide years of inspiration for a range of projects from upcycling old garments to designing beautiful new creations. Having exchanged harried city life for a return to a "slow life" in the countryside, Céline Philippe shares her eco-friendly approach to dyeing and working with textiles and her renewed relationship with nature."--
Subjects: Dyes and dyeing, Domestic.; Dyes and dyeing.; Dye plants.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 3
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The comic book guide to growing food : step-by-step vegetable gardening for everyone / by Tychonievich, Joseph,author.(CARDINAL)603328; Kozik, Liz Anna,illustrator.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Like having your own personal gardening mentor at your side, The Comic Book Guide to Growing Food is the story of Mia, an eager young professional who wants to grow her own vegetables but doesn't know where to start, and George, her retired neighbor who loves gardening and walks her through each step of the process. Throughout the book, "cheat sheets" sum up George's key facts and techniques, providing a handy quick reference for anyone starting their first vegetable garden, including how to find the best location, which vegetables are easiest to grow, how to pick out the healthiest plants at the store, when (and when not) to water, how to protect your plants from pests, and what to do with extra produce if you grow too much.
Subjects: Comics (Graphic works); Graphic novels.; Nonfiction comics.; Vegetable gardening.;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 7
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Starting & saving seeds : grow the perfect vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers for your garden / by Thompson-Adolf, Julie,1966-author.(CARDINAL)793330;
Introduction -- Part I: How to start, grow, and save seeds. Getting started ; Starting seeds ; From seedlings to plants to saving seeds -- Part II: Meet the plants. Fruits and vegetables ; Herbs and flowers.Are you ready to become a seed-starting and -saving champion? Author and gardening expert Julie Thompson-Adolf will walk you through every step of the journey, making the entire process a joy. In this book you'll find: Extensive plant entries that cover all the most popular vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers; Tips and hints, such as how to encourage stubborn seeds to germinate; Lists to help you find the best plants to add to your garden, whether you want heirloom tomatoes for hot, humid climates or a rainbow of eggplants; Simple DIY projects to aid your seed-starting and -saving adventure; And much more! Whether you're an experienced gardner new to seed starting and saving or a brand-new grower, you'll soon have health, productive, beautiful plants for your garden.
Subjects: Gardening.;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 6
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