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Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening
pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Cat(h) |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
"Cat(h)" wrote in message s.com... Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Cat(h) Any of the 'expert' series by D.G. Hessayon Easy to read - full of really useful info - not too expensive OR a gorgeous book with photo's - even beginners need to dream :~) Jenny |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
"Cat(h)" wrote... Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Depends what sort of gardening they do but any good quality tools... Felco secuteurs and holster. Wolf Multitool small push pull weeder & long Handle. (for veg growers mainly) Wolf short handle and their pruning saw.(trees to prune?) A thin bladed stainless steel trowel. (can't stand the normal type since I got mine) -- Regards Bob H 17mls W. of London.UK |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
"Cat(h)" wrote in message s.com... Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Try looking in the charity shops, my wife has recently bought a number of very good books at a very cheap price. Alan Cat(h) |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Alan Holmes wrote: "Cat(h)" wrote in message s.com... Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Try looking in the charity shops, my wife has recently bought a number of very good books at a very cheap price. Alan Cat(h) That's a good tip - I've bought a number of gardening books, in really good condition, from my local charity shop, and that's in a not particularly affluent part of south London, so I imagine the hunting must be even better in more salubrious areas. Another tip, if you're intending to buy books for somebody, is to consider not just the beautifully illustrated large-format books but also well-written paperbacks. You can take them anywhere and also read them in bed without risk of injury! Beth Chatto has books in paperback, as does Graham Stuart Thomas. |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Ornata wrote: Alan Holmes wrote: "Cat(h)" wrote in message s.com... Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Try looking in the charity shops, my wife has recently bought a number of very good books at a very cheap price. Alan Cat(h) That's a good tip - I've bought a number of gardening books, in really good condition, from my local charity shop, and that's in a not particularly affluent part of south London, so I imagine the hunting must be even better in more salubrious areas. Another tip, if you're intending to buy books for somebody, is to consider not just the beautifully illustrated large-format books but also well-written paperbacks. You can take them anywhere and also read them in bed without risk of injury! Beth Chatto has books in paperback, as does Graham Stuart Thomas. Thank you all for the good suggestions. I think I might plumb for the dreaming beautiful book, rather than the second hand paperback technical tome... we all need inspiration :-) Cat(h) |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
"Cat(h)" wrote Thank you all for the good suggestions. I think I might plumb for the dreaming beautiful book, rather than the second hand paperback technical tome... we all need inspiration :-) Cat(h) I love to get special books that I myself find too expensive :~)) Jenny |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Cat(h) wrote: Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Cat(h) Cath , a really useful book is the hardback EHS Encyclopaeda of Gardening by Christopher Bricael. I have it and bought it from Amazon - here is what they said about it: This reference book gives photographic explanations of every gardening technique and has more than 500 separate step-by-step sequences. Written by a team of international experts over three years, its range and depth illustrates authoritative and up-to-date practical gardening skills from simple to advanced. There are four major sections. Part one covers all the different plant groups and areas of the garden, advising on the uses of the plants, soil preparation, planting, maintenance, pruning and propagation. The chapters include: ornamental trees and shrubs, climbers, the rose garden, perennials, annuals and biennials, the rock garden, the water garden, cacti, the herb and vegetable gardens and fruit. Part two gets to grips with the practicalities of tools and equipment, greenhouses and frames, and garden structures and surfaces. Part three covers successful cultivation and propagation techniques by looking at the climate and how to protect plants, soil types and fertilizers, treating pests and diseases - including organic methods of treatment alongside conventional or chemical controls, plant problems, and dealing with weeds. Part four contains seasonal reminders, and a glossary and index which includes common names. and another one, which I do not have but might buy is: The Complete Gardener By Monty Don Hardcover- 440 pages Dorling Kindersley (2003) ISBN: 075136441X Indicative price (confirm before purchase): £17.50 GoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks Rating Packed with practical advice, this volume breathes new life into every aspect of gardening. Drawing directly on the experience gained from his own organic plot in Herefordshire, Monty Don explains how a sustainable approach to gardening is the way forward for all keen gardeners. The book features photograhs taken over the course of a year in Monty's own garden, showing you how to grow strong, healthy plants and harvest delicious produce while respecting the needs of the environment. Straightforward, practical advice and step-by-step photographs combine to show best practice in food and flowers, from composting and pest management to sowing, planting and harvesting fruit and vegetables, and which varieties to choose for the most successful results. Good design is also emphasized, with advice on using colour, shape and texture in the flower garden I buy a lot of books from Amazon, I have just bought one about the chemistry of cooking for my husband - I could spend a lot of time browsing their site for books, it's as good as visiting a library, the only thing missing is that lovely smell of books. |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
judith lea wrote: Cat(h) wrote: Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Cat(h) Cath , a really useful book is the hardback EHS Encyclopaeda of Gardening by Christopher Bricael. I have it and bought it from Amazon - here is what they said about it: This reference book gives photographic explanations of every gardening technique and has more than 500 separate step-by-step sequences. Written by a team of international experts over three years, its range and depth illustrates authoritative and up-to-date practical gardening skills from simple to advanced. There are four major sections. Part one covers all the different plant groups and areas of the garden, advising on the uses of the plants, soil preparation, planting, maintenance, pruning and propagation. The chapters include: ornamental trees and shrubs, climbers, the rose garden, perennials, annuals and biennials, the rock garden, the water garden, cacti, the herb and vegetable gardens and fruit. Part two gets to grips with the practicalities of tools and equipment, greenhouses and frames, and garden structures and surfaces. Part three covers successful cultivation and propagation techniques by looking at the climate and how to protect plants, soil types and fertilizers, treating pests and diseases - including organic methods of treatment alongside conventional or chemical controls, plant problems, and dealing with weeds. Part four contains seasonal reminders, and a glossary and index which includes common names. and another one, which I do not have but might buy is: The Complete Gardener By Monty Don Hardcover- 440 pages Dorling Kindersley (2003) ISBN: 075136441X Indicative price (confirm before purchase): £17.50 GoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks RatingGoodGardenBooks Rating Packed with practical advice, this volume breathes new life into every aspect of gardening. Drawing directly on the experience gained from his own organic plot in Herefordshire, Monty Don explains how a sustainable approach to gardening is the way forward for all keen gardeners. The book features photograhs taken over the course of a year in Monty's own garden, showing you how to grow strong, healthy plants and harvest delicious produce while respecting the needs of the environment. Straightforward, practical advice and step-by-step photographs combine to show best practice in food and flowers, from composting and pest management to sowing, planting and harvesting fruit and vegetables, and which varieties to choose for the most successful results. Good design is also emphasized, with advice on using colour, shape and texture in the flower garden I buy a lot of books from Amazon, I have just bought one about the chemistry of cooking for my husband - I could spend a lot of time browsing their site for books, it's as good as visiting a library, the only thing missing is that lovely smell of books. These are good suggestions. Thank you. Cat(h) |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Sacha wrote: On 13/12/06 14:27, in article The RHS Encyclopedia is terrific but Judith has the spelling of the author's surname wrong, It's Brickells. He's a past Director General of the RHS (I think I have that position right!) and what he doesn't know......nice man, too! He's also written this: The RHS Essential Garden Planning and Construction (Rhs) (Paperback) I haven't read it myself but I know a man who's going to come Christmas time! ;-) You know me Dear, I always get names wrong |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
On 13/12/06 17:01, in article
, "judith lea" wrote: Sacha wrote: On 13/12/06 14:27, in article The RHS Encyclopedia is terrific but Judith has the spelling of the author's surname wrong, It's Brickells. He's a past Director General of the RHS (I think I have that position right!) and what he doesn't know......nice man, too! He's also written this: The RHS Essential Garden Planning and Construction (Rhs) (Paperback) I haven't read it myself but I know a man who's going to come Christmas time! ;-) You know me Dear, I always get names wrong ;-)) -- Sacha http://www.hillhousenursery.co.uk South Devon http://www.discoverdartmoor.co.uk/ |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Martin wrote: One of Tesco's Xmas gardening books isn't published until April 2007. -- Martin Which one is it? |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
"judith lea" wrote in message ups.com... Sacha wrote: On 13/12/06 14:27, in article The RHS Encyclopedia is terrific but Judith has the spelling of the author's surname wrong, It's Brickells. He's a past Director General of the RHS (I think I have that position right!) and what he doesn't know......nice man, too! He's also written this: The RHS Essential Garden Planning and Construction (Rhs) (Paperback) I haven't read it myself but I know a man who's going to come Christmas time! ;-) You know me Dear, I always get names wrong I have trouble remembering them so I rarely get them wrong!(:-( Alan |
Suggestions of gardening books for Christmas?
Sacha writes
On 13/12/06 14:27, in article m, "Cat(h)" wrote: judith lea wrote: Cat(h) wrote: Have you experts, enlightened amateurs, and fellow-gardening pedestrians, any recommendation for what might make a good Christmas present for a person who likes gardening, but is not an expert? Thank you in advance! Cat(h) Cath , a really useful book is the hardback EHS Encyclopaeda of Gardening by Christopher Bricael. snip These are good suggestions. Thank you. The RHS Encyclopedia is terrific but Judith has the spelling of the author's surname wrong, It's Brickells. He's singular, not plural ;-) He's actually the editor rather than the author - there is a long list of expert contributors including Michael Gibson, Clive Innes, Joy Larkcom, Arthur Hellyer -- Kay |
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