Gardening Science

When Summer Rayne Oakes moved to Brooklyn from the Pennsylvania countryside, she knew that bringing nature indoors was her only chance to stay sane. She found them by the side of the road, in long-forgotten window boxes, at farmers' markets, and in local garden shops. She found ways to shelve, hang, tuck, anchor, secure, and suspend them. She even installed 150-foot expandable hose that connects to pipes under her kitchen sink, so she only has to spend about a half-hour a day tending to her plants - an activity that she describes as a "moving meditation". T

Saving Seeds, Preserving Taste will introduce listeners to the cultural traditions associated with seed saving, as well as the remarkable people who have used grafting practices and hand-by-hand trading to keep alive varieties that would otherwise have been lost. As local efforts to preserve heirloom seeds have become part of a growing national food movement.

It has never been simpler to grow psilocybin mushrooms at home for increased productivity, the pursuit of a spiritual awakening, or medicine! Have you always been intrigued by the idea of raising your own psilocybin mushrooms but are unsure where to begin? Are you intrigued by the possibility of natural medicine to address the underlying causes of issues rather than merely treating their symptoms? What can we learn from the psilocybin mushroom-eating cultures of the past who saw it as a divine food?

Imagine growing your favorite pesticide-free vegetables just a few yards away from your house, ready to be picked whenever you want. While the thought of it alone might be absurd, or almost close to being impossible, you will be surprised what a few months can do to make it happen. Backyard Gardening will explain the principles of organic farming and how to reap the best results.

Raised Bed Gardening: A Guide to Growing Vegetables in Raised Beds is for anyone who wants to learn more about raised bed gardening; a back- and disability-friendly way to increase productivity from your vegetable patch! Raised beds are one of the best ways for you to grow vegetables at home and are low maintenance, easy to plant, and highly productive. This audiobook is a complete step-by-step guide showing you exactly how to get started with raised beds in your garden.

Introducing "Monarchs and Milkweed", an enlightening eBook that will take you on a journey through the magical world of monarch butterflies and their fascinating relationship with milkweed. In this comprehensive guide, you will delve into the intricacies of the monarch butterfly's life cycle, the mystique of milkweed, and the coevolution of these two species. You will discover the crucial role monarch butterflies play in our ecosystem, and the historical and cultural significance they hold. However, as the monarch butterfly population declines, we are forced to take a closer look at the ...

Have you already bought property and tried to make a living from your off-grid lifestyle? Whether you already have experience or you are looking to learn the basics to live off-grid, this audiobook offers more than 50 ways to become a successful off-grid dweller. You’ll learn how to live off-grid without sacrificing the things you love. You will feel closer to your family and to the land, where you know you are doing your part to reduce climate change and help to create a more sustainable life.

When outside a man’s home, a bush, inflamed, but not burning says to him, “I am the God of thy father,” knowing nothing good comes when God speaks to you in person, he acts.

Embark on a transformative journey to a self-sufficient rural lifestyle! Are you interested in changing your life? Have you heard people talking about the joys of homesteading and wondered if it’s the life for you? Do you want to learn how to plan and budget for your homestead? People have been homesteading since the 1800s, when land was freely given to people, provided they paid a small fee to register the land in their name, live there, and improve the land. Now, it’s a common way of life, a life many people actively choose to live to change their lives for the better.

Introducing "Flight of the Monarch": the ultimate guide to understanding the captivating journey and lifecycle of the majestic monarch butterfly. From the beginning of their arduous migration to their overwintering in Mexico, this eBook dives deep into the thrilling world of butterflies. Navigate through this fascinating journey with 20 chapters, covering topics ranging from the importance of milkweed and mating rituals, to the dangers of pesticides and illegal logging. Get an exclusive look into the life cycle of these winged wonders and learn about their incredible survival strategies in ...

Some of the most successful people in the microgreen industry are people who just started with a little container of microgreens that they intended to use for themselves.

2.6 billion people are inhabitants of former British colonies. The empire's influence upon the quarter of the planet it occupied, and its gravitational influence upon the world outside it, has been profound: from the spread of Christianity by missionaries to nearly 1 in 3 driving on the left side of the road, and even shaping the origins of international law. Yet Britain's idea of its imperial history and the world's experience of it are two very different things.

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Dive into the elusive world of fungi and its nightmarish capabilities in "Fungal Apocalypse." This stimulating eBook breaks down complex science seamlessly, revealing the underpinnings of the fungal kingdom and its potential threat to humanity. Your journey begins with an understanding of fungal pathogens, setting the foundation for the chilling revelations to come. From there, each chapter works to peel back the layers of uncertainty surrounding fungal diseases, their unprecedented potential and the role they've played in previous pandemics. "Fungal Apocalypse" sheds light on the unseen ...

Whether you already have the experience, or you are looking to learn the basics to live off-grid, part one of this audiobook offers over 50 ways to become a successful off-grid dweller. You’ll learn how to live off-grid without sacrificing the things you love. You will feel closer to your family and to the land, where you know you are doing your part to reduce climate change and help to create a more sustainable life.

You don’t need to be a professional landscaper to be able to grow your own thriving garden, and you definitely don’t need four acres of land to add a touch of nature to your home. Whether you’re a lifelong gardener looking for inspiration, or you’re just someone who loves being surrounded by nature, this comprehensive guide will give you everything you need to know about growing plants in small spaces with raised beds, containers, and vertical structures, so you can finally start on a gardening journey that will last a lifetime.

These days we are all looking for ways to become more self-sufficient. Now with Backyard Farming you can create your very own micro farm right in your backyard - no matter where you live! Now you can discover ways to grow, raise, and store your own food year round whether you live in an urban environment, in the suburbs, or out in the country. From raising chickens and beekeeping to growing vegetables and planting fruit trees, this guide to homesteading will help you become more self-reliant in no time!

Outside in the sunshine, with flowers and plants, Abby Adams, Susan Hill, Christopher Lloyd, and more let their creative juices flow to produce this companion to The Writer in the Garden. It too is filled with passionate observations and philosophical meanderings. Ironic, amusing, and idiosyncratic, these delightful tales are a joyful addition to the first volume. So roll up your sleeves and play in the mud while these talented writers inspire you with their words.

Hugelkultur raised bed gardening. This is perhaps one of the most ancient of the no-dig gardening techniques for growing fruit and vegetables, originating in the Black Forest region of Germany, it has been around for many centuries. Created as a way to grow food in areas where good arable land was limited, the Hugelkultur makes use of material that would otherwise be discarded as useless - forest debris and other garden waste.

Keeping Chickens for Beginners is for anyone wanting to keep his or her own chickens, whether for eggs, meat, or exhibiting. Keeping chickens can seem very overwhelming at first, and this audiobook provides a clear step-by-step guide walking you through everything from selecting the right breed for your needs to looking after your chickens to breeding them. Everything you need to know to successfully keep chickens and enjoy fresh eggs or meat is in this detailed audiobook.