Minnesota Landscape Arboretum News
Author: University of Minnesota. Landscape Arboretum
Publisher:
Published: 1998-03
Total Pages: 22
ISBN-13:
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Northern Treasure
Author: Susan Davis Price
Publisher: Afton Historical Society Press
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 139
ISBN-13: 9781890434779
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Horace Greeley advised westward-bound young men to steer clear of Minnesota because "they can't grow apples there." But as early as the 1850s, pioneers such as Peter Gideon began giving the lie to Greeley's dictum, breeding fruits and flowers that would thrive in spite of the state's brutal Januarys and torrid Julys. By 1908, the momentum begun by Gideon and other rustic geniuses had inspired the creation of the Minnesota Fruit Farm, eventually to become the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Horticultural Reasearch Center, the state's premier horticultural institution. In this lavishly illustrated centennial tribute to the Arboretum, Susan Davis Price and John Gregor invite the reader to join them in a celebration of Minnesota's horticultural year: dramatic snowshapes, the subtle hues of early spring, masses of tulips and daffodils, the deep yellows and oranges of August, and the apple harvest, with its hardy 'Wealthy' and 'Haralson' and wildly popular 'Honeycrist.' Each of the Arboretum's gardens is profiled, from the scrupulously pruned Japanese garden to the wild, wide-open Bennett/Johnson prairie. Thousands of visitors relish the distinctive charms of these beautiful spots every year, along with the joys of the Spring Plant Sale, the Harvest Fest, and a rich assortment of workshops, classes, and educational events. This splendid volume is an ode to human ingenuity and determination. Based on a wealth of original sources, historic photos, and interviews, it documents for the first time the Minnesota Arboretum's evolution from a hopeful experiment into a northern treasure.
Ten Plants That Changed Minnesota
Author: Mary Hockenberry Meyer
Publisher:
Published: 2017
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9781681340340
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A book to inspire Minnesotans of all ages to learn about and reflect on the ten plants, chosen by experts and citizens, that have most impacted our state.
Gardening with Native Grasses in Cold Climates
Author: Mary Hockenberry Meyer
Publisher: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing
Published: 2020-10-01
Total Pages: 133
ISBN-13: 1946135658
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Gardening with Native Grasses in Cold Climates, is written for inexperienced as well as seasoned gardeners, landscape designers, garden center employees, and anyone interested in native grasses that grow well in cold climates. New information on the benefits of native grasses including their importance as host plants for native Lepidoptera is included. Combinations of specific grasses used by larvae and perennials that the adult butterflies feed on is new and timely information.
Beyond Rosemary, Basil, and Thyme
Author: The Garden of Words
Publisher:
Published: 2019-03-15
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9780692190463
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Beyond Rosemary, Basil, and Thyme is a unique book that is, beautifully photographed and well written that encompasses seventy interesting and uncommon herbs. Some of the included plants are cat's whiskers, cape mallow, caracalla, jasmine star, pepiche, porterweed, scented geraniums, and more. Each herb is outlined with history, a description, culture and growing, propagation and uses. You will find herbs easy to use in the kitchen, herbs to grow in the landscape, and many herbs to plant in containers for the deck or patio. It's about fragrance and it is in the leaves or the beautiful flowers. There is practical advice and tips on how to propagate the herbs whether it by seed or cuttings. The book has many tasty recipes and how-to directions for herbal projects! What sets this book apart from others are the interesting plant stories written by the person who discovered the herb, or who is a specialist about the plant. Discoveries were made around the globe and some of these stories haven't been told like this before. Whether you use this book for the recipes or growing tips or to learn more about these unusual plants, you are treated to Theresa Mieseler's passion and experience on every page. There are 200 plus pages with beautiful photographs for each plant.Beyond Rosemary, Basil, and Thyme will be sold through Shady Acres Herb Farm website - www.shadyacres.com, Amazon, and local bookstores.
Growing Figs in Cold Climates
Author: Lee Reich
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Published: 2021-10-05
Total Pages: 163
ISBN-13: 1771423463
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →From Minnesota to Moscow — how to grow fresh figs in cold climates Growing Figs in Cold Climates is a complete, full-color, illustrated guide to organic methods for growing delicious figs in cold climates, well outside the traditional hot, arid home of this ancient fruiting tree. Coverage includes: Five methods for growing figs in cold climates including overwintering Cultivar selection for cool and cold climates Pruning techniques for a variety of methods of growing figs in cold climates Pest problems and solutions Harvesting, including ways to speed ripening, identify ripe fruit, and manage an overabundance Small-scale commercial fig production in cold climates. Fresh figs are juicy, full-bodied, and filled with a honey-sweet flavor, and because truly ripe figs are highly perishable, they are only available to those who grow their own. By choosing the right cultivars and techniques, figs can be grown across cool and cold growing zones of North America, Europe, and beyond, putting them within reach of almost every gardener. Easy and delicious — if you can grow a houseplant, you can grow a fig.
Giant Pumpkin Suite
Author: Melanie Heuiser Hill
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Published: 2017-09-12
Total Pages: 449
ISBN-13: 0763691550
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Twelve-year-old Rose Brutigan has always been different from her twin brother, Thomas, but now she towers over him in too many ways. But when a serious accident changes the course of the summer, Rose is forced to grow and change in ways she never could have imagined.
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The Water-Saving Garden
Author: Pam Penick
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Published: 2016-02-23
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 1607747936
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A guide to growing beautiful gardens in drought-prone areas utilizing minimal water for maximum results. With climate change, water rationing, and drought on the rise, water conservation is more important than ever—but that doesn’t mean your gardening options are limited to cacti and rocks. The Water-Saving Garden provides gardeners and homeowners with a diverse array of techniques and plentiful inspiration for creating sustainable gardens that are so beautiful and inviting, it’s hard to believe they are water-thrifty. Including a directory of 100 plants appropriate for a variety of drought-prone regions of the country, this accessible and contemporary xeriscaping guide is full of must-know information on popular gardening topics like native and drought-tolerant plants (including succulents), rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, permeable paving, and more.
Butterfly Gardening
Author: Jane Hurwitz
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2018-04-10
Total Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 0691170347
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An indispensable and lavishly illustrated guide to creating a garden that attracts and sustains butterflies Butterfly gardening creates habitats that support butterflies, connecting us with some of the most beautiful creatures in the natural world and bringing new levels of excitement and joy to gardening. In this engaging and accessible guide, lavishly illustrated with more than two hundred color photographs and maps, accomplished butterfly gardener Jane Hurwitz presents essential information on how to choose and cultivate plants that will attract a range of butterflies to your garden and help sustain all the stages of their life cycles. An indispensable resource for aspiring and experienced butterfly gardeners alike, Butterfly Gardening is the most gardener-friendly source on the subject, covering all the practical details needed to create a vibrant garden habitat that fosters butterflies. It tells you which plants support which butterflies, depending on where you live; it describes what different butterflies require in the garden over the course of their lives; and it shows you how to become a butterfly watcher as well as a butterfly gardener. While predominantly recommending regionally native plants, the book includes information on non-native plants. It also features informative interviews with experienced butterfly gardeners from across the United States. These gardeners share a wealth of information on plants and practices to draw butterflies to all kinds of gardens--from small suburban gardens to community plots and larger expanses. Whether you are a gardener who wants to see more butterflies in your garden, a butterfly enthusiast who wants to bring that passion to the garden, or someone who simply wants to make their garden or yard friendlier to Monarchs or other butterflies, this is a must-have guide. An essential guide for aspiring and experienced butterfly gardeners Encourages readers to rethink gardening choices to support butterflies and other pollinators in their gardens and communities Introduces gardeners to butterfly watching Includes regional lists of plant species that are time-proven to help sustain butterflies and their caterpillars Features informative interviews with expert butterfly gardeners from across the United States
