Gardening & Horticulture

Mycelium Running is a manual for the mycological rescue of the planet. That’s right: growing more mushrooms may be the best thing we can do to save the environment, and in this groundbreaking text from mushroom expert Paul Stamets, you’ll find out how.

Teaming with Nutrients explains how nutrients move into plants and what both macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients do once inside. It shows organic gardeners how to provide these essentials....

For years, Nigel Slater has kept notebooks of curiosities and wonderings, penned while at his kitchen table, soaked in a fisherman’s hut in Reykjavik, sitting calmly in a moss garden in Japan or sheltering from a blizzard in a Vienna Konditorei.

Cultivating herbs for medical use is an ancient and powerful practice—ginger to boost your immune system, basil to ease your morning sickness, garlic to soothe your child’s cough—all these are there in your own kitchen closet....

My Garden World by Monty Don is a celebration of every living creature that we all share. This year has given us the enforced opportunity to learn more about the fascinating natural world around us....

The entertaining story of how Paul Jamison went from launching his landscaping business out of the trunk of a rusty 1997 Honda Accord to now serving high-profile celebrity customers such as professional sports athletes and coaches is inspiring....

The universal appeal of Laura Ingalls Wilder springs from a life lived in partnership with the land. In this revealing exploration of Wilder's deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series....

In this beautiful and practical guide, Martha Swales makes it easier than ever before to start growing your own slice of nature with her collection of fool-proof projects.

Raised bed gardening eliminates many of the challenges that traditional planting brings to the table. You’ll be free from having to worry about weeds, pests, and extensive soil manipulations....

Nature isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. But today the majority of the world’s population lives in some form of urban environment. And by 2050, two-thirds of humanity will live in towns and cities.

This book is more than just a guide, it’s your companion on a journey to understanding how nature’s remedies can nurture your body, mind, and soul.

Soil Science for Gardeners is an accessible, science-based guide to understanding soil fertility and, in particular, the rhizosphere - the thin layer of liquid and soil surrounding plant roots, so vital to plant health....

In 1637, one Dutchman paid as much for a single tulip bulb as the going price of a town house in Amsterdam. Three and a half centuries later, Amsterdam is once again the mecca for people who care passionately about one particular plant....

Ever wonder if plants sleep or why their leaves are shaped a certain way? The inner workings of the plants you love are revealed and celebrated in this guide by botany expert Dr. Scott Zona....

This book will completely transform your life. This book teaches how window cleaning is rooted in the perception of luxury and not necessity....

When Charles and Perrine Hervé-Gruyer set out to create their farm in an historic Normandy village, they had no idea just how much their lives would change....

When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle....

You may think you don’t have the time or the money to start a big permaculture project. But permaculture doesn’t need to be overwhelming. You can start as small as you like, and you can move at a pace that suits you. Don’t feel you have to learn everything in one go....

Compared to Charles' other books, this is more about no dig, eliminating weeds, garden layout, compost making, and using compost. There is also a history of no-dig vegetable gardening in the last 100 years....

In both history and fiction, some of the most dramatic, notorious deaths have been through poisonings. Concealed and deliberate, it's a crime that requires advance planning and that for many centuries could go virtually undetected....

In Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden poet and scholar Camille T. Dungy recounts the seven-year odyssey to diversify her garden in the predominantly white community of Fort Collins, Colorado.

Individuals can’t save the world alone. But if millions of us work together to save our own patch of earth—then we really have a shot. Discover how one person’s actions can effect big change in this world.

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....

After a chance meeting in the pub, Roger Morgan-Grenville and his friend Duncan decide to take up beekeeping. Their enthusiasm matched only by their ignorance, they are pitched into an arcane world of unexpected challenges....

Grow, raise, and store your own food with this simple and easy guide to creating a self-sustaining farm right in your backyard....

Master the art of gardening with Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook: an in-depth guide that will teach you the knowledge and skills to cultivate a flourishing garden. From understanding soil composition to learning about different types of plants and gardening methods, you’ll discover the secrets to creating a stunning outdoor oasis.

Create calm, colour and a cup of tea in your very own green retreat, no experience needed! Are you dreaming of your own little slice of calm? A pocket of peace and petals you can call your own, even if your garden’s more “window box” than “wilderness”? Well, pop the kettle on and grab your trowel, because help is at hand. Whether you’ve killed every houseplant you've ever owned or you think a perennial is a cocktail, How to Create a Small Garden Sanctuary will hold your hand, make you giggle, and show you step by step how to turn even the tiniest patch into a lush, joyful escape.

Discover the healing power of nature—right from your kitchen. Are you craving a more natural way to care for your body, boost your energy, and reconnect with the wisdom of traditional healing? Home Apothecary Made Simple is your complete beginner’s guide to the art of herbalism—no complex jargon, no expensive ingredients. Just straightforward remedies for vibrant, sustainable wellness.

Permaculture is more popular than ever, but it can still be a daunting concept. If you are new to permaculture and interested in learning more, Practical Permaculture offers authoritative, in-depth, and hands-on advice for a more holistic approach to sustainable living. Jessi Bloom and Dave Boehnlein, two dynamic leaders in the permaculture community, explain the basics of permaculture, share their design process, and explore various permaculture systems including soil, water, waste, energy, shelter, food and plants, and animals and wildlife.

Thriving with Sustainable Market Farming is your definitive guide to cultivating a successful farm that cares for the land while generating income. This book offers practical insights and step-by-step strategies to transform your market farming business into a sustainable venture.

Ready to slash your grocery bills and achieve food independence without raising animals? This comprehensive audiobook is your ultimate guide to maximum self-sufficiency on just a quarter acre!

Unleash your inner gardener and transform any space into a thriving green sanctuary with The Green Thumb Blueprint! Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an experienced grower, this comprehensive guide is packed with step-by-step techniques, creative solutions, and inspiring ideas to make gardening simple, enjoyable, and deeply rewarding.

If you dream of harvesting an abundance of homegrown vegetables without backbreaking labor, then keep reading… Ever feel frustrated by poor soil, relentless weeds, or disappointing harvests? Struggling to grow your own fresh food but don’t know where to start? Wish you could have a thriving, low-maintenance garden—without spending hours digging and weeding? Raised bed gardening is that solution! This method has helped thousands of gardeners—beginners and experts alike—achieve bigger harvests, healthier plants, and less work.

Transform Your Urban Space into a Self-Sustaining Garden! Are you ready to turn everyday household items into a thriving garden that can feed your family for pennies a day? This groundbreaking audiobook reveals the secrets of ultra-low-cost urban gardening! Discover how to: Convert common trash into productive growing containers Source free, safe soil and seeds through community networks Create sustainable water collection systems Build raised beds from salvaged materials Grow high-calorie crops in minimal space .

Feeling stuck in a concrete jungle with no room to grow? You’re not alone. Many would-be gardeners dream of fresh veggies and herbs but feel limited by small spaces or inexperience. This audiobook makes it simple, showing you how to grow a vibrant container garden in just weeks—even on a budget or tight schedule.