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2023.
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"Having happy, healthy plants can make a space feel happy and healthy. too. They add color, texture, and beauty--and can also improve air quality. For new plant parents eager for these benefits, this affordable, adapted edition of Houseplants by Lisa Eldred Steinkopf offers easy-to-understand information and advice"--
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Excerpt: "Some of the flowers described are found along every country highway. It is interesting to note that these wayside flowers may usually be classed among the foreign population. They have been brought to us from Europe in ballast and in loads of grain, and invariably follow in the wake of civilization. Many of our most beautiful native flowers have been crowded out of the hospitable roadside by these aggressive, irresistible, and mischievous...
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Excerpt: "Through the neglect of nature study, the wits of the country child lose just the sharpening they most need, to say nothing of a stimulus and delight which can ill be spared by one whose mental life is apt to be monotonous. The wits of the city child may secure in other ways the sharpening so essential to success in life; yet the training afforded by a logical study of plants, and the pleasure which such a study, rightly directed, is sure...
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This exquisitely detailed full-color field guide, by biologist and herbal and medical plant expert Jim Meuninck, provides identification, practical information, and skills for the location of and use of medicinal plants. The pages of this book re-connect us to our roots and the knowledge that medicinal plants and wild plant foods provide the chemicals everybody needs to obtain optimum health and prevent disease. Meuninck moves the user from simple...
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A flower is the reproductive structure of plants that produce seeds. It is usually composed of four main parts: sepals, petals, stamens and carpels. The sepals are the modified leaves that protect the flower before it blooms, while the petals are the modified leaves that usually give the flower its color and attractiveness. The stamens are the male structures that produce pollen, and the carpels are the female structures that contain the ovules. When...
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[2023]
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"This gorgeous celebration of the color blue and the indigo plant, by a Korean American debut artist and storyteller, powerfully connects art and the natural world."--
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Cannabis is one of the oldest crops in the world and has been used for various purposes for thousands of years. The plant has a long history as a medicine, recreational drug and as a source of textiles, paper and building materials. In recent years, cannabis has received significant attention due to its potential medicinal benefits and the growing movement for legalization for recreational use. Cannabis, also known as hemp or marijuana, comes from...
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Darryl Cheng, bestselling author of The New Plant Parent, is back with the first book for indoor gardeners who want to step up from basic plant care to creating rewarding plant collections.
The world of indoor gardening is exploding with desirable new and unusual plants. Thanks to the resources of the internet and social media, finding amazing varieties has never been easier-but knowing how to get maximum enjoyment from this enticing world is...
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2021.
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Plants can do amazing things. They grow in the most unlikely places. They soak up sunlight for energy, and use rain, wind, and animals to spread their seeds. Some plants lure insects for food. Others can self-clean. Humans have copied many clever plant tricks. Today, scientists are placing technology inside plants. The results are awesome.
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Unleash Your Creativity: Transform Your Landscape with Masterful Ornamental Design Are you tired of mundane landscapes that lack character and charm? Do you dream of a garden that reflects your personality and captivates every visitor? Look no further! "Mastering Ornamental Design" is your ultimate guide to crafting breathtaking landscapes using seasonal plants.In this comprehensive book, you'll discover:Proven techniques to design stunning landscapes...
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[2023]
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"Fatal accidents in chemical laboratories and pilot plants are infrequent events but they do occur and can be prevented. Non-fatal accidents that are much more common can also be prevented so as to avoid significant physical harm to individuals as well as major damage to property and business interruption. This book provides guidance on "what" can be done from a management systems perspective to identify hazards and manage risks of "loss of containment"...
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Feeling tired of growing the same annual flowers in your garden each year? Then, it's time to elevate your expectations by planting several uncommon, some even rare, annuals that will remake your beds and borders from boringly bland to interesting and lively.Are you a bored flower gardener tired of the same annual plants sold in seed catalogs and garden centers? Maybe you dread another summer viewing those usual yawn-inducing impatiens, red geraniums,...
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Indoor gardens are sometimes incorporated as a part of air conditioning or heating systems because indoor plants reduce the effects of pollution and heat induced by the air conditioning or heating systems. Indoor plants such as aloe vera, chrysanthemums, orchids, anthuriums, palms and ferns are able to reduce indoor air pollution, particularly the presence of pollutants or volatile organic compounds (VOC) such as benzene, toluene, and xylene by removing...
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Do you love the great outdoors and exploring nature? Are you a fan of healthy, sustainable living? Then get ready to discover the amazing world of wild edibles with Wild Edibles of the West Coast: Foraging Wild Edible Plants of California and the Pacific Northwest.This comprehensive 2 book bundle is packed with everything you need to know to safely and successfully forage wild edibles in the western United States. From identifying edible plants and...
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La collection de livres "Systèmes aquaponiques, plantes" vise à vulgariser la science de la production alimentaire synergique telle que l'aquaponie. Ce système de production alimentaire est accessible au grand public et élimine bon nombre des problèmes actuels liés à l'approvisionnement alimentaire. Dans ce troisième volume, les deux derniers chapitres importants sont l'amélioration d'un système aquaponique et les aspects végétaux spécifiques...
17) El cultivo biológico - Trucos, técnicas y consejos para el cultivo de hortalizas y frutas sin sus
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Pesticidas, herbicidas y fertilizantes químicos son elementos agresores del medio ambiente. El cultivo biológico recupera los métodos tradicionales y, sobre todo, naturales de la jardinería, demostrando así que un abono orgánico puede ser tan eficaz como uno artificial, y que existen recetas de pesticidas a base de plantas y de decocciones...
Verdadero aprendizaje del jardinero, con o sin experiencia, que desee trabajar en armonía con la naturaleza...
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This is the first field guide in 25 years to treat Florida's amazing variety of ferns. Color plates feature more than 200 images, some of which include rare species never before illustrated in color. Includes notes on each species growth form and habit, as well as general remarks about its botanical and common names, unique characteristics, garden use, and history in Florida. All professional or amateur botanists, plant lovers, and gardeners will...
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Unlock the Flourishing World Inside Your Home! Do you long for a lush, vibrant sanctuary within your home, but struggle to keep your houseplants alive? Say goodbye to wilted leaves and brown thumbs! "Green Haven: The Ultimate Guide to Indoor Gardening with House Plants" is your passport to creating a thriving indoor oasis, even if you've never managed a succulent. About This Book:Master the art of selecting the perfect plants for your space.Learn...
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