Gardening & Horticulture

A Wilder Way is a memoir of a relationship with an ever-changing garden, of setting down roots and becoming embedded in nature, and of how tending to a patch of land will not only grow us as individuals, but can also help to grow a better world.

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.

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....

Restoration Agriculture explains how we can have all of the benefits of natural, perennial ecosystems and create agricultural systems that imitate nature in form and function while still providing for our food, building, fuel, and many other needs....

A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore, history, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants, trees, and shrubs. Reconnect with the wisdom of the land through this comprehensive guide from forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer. Richly illustrated and deeply researched, The...

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. The basic science goes like this...

The new edition of Gardening Basics for Dummies grounds you thoroughly in the fundamentals of soil, flowers, trees, and lawns - and helps you get to know the names of what you're planting along the way....

Immerse yourself in this delightful memoir about a decade of life on a small Australian farm. This is an audiobook for anyone who enjoys being transported to another life and lifestyle, or who is interested in bees, human nature, and the hilarity and hardship that goes with all that....

Do you like to spend time outdoors around beautiful scenery? If you want to make a living planting and selling gorgeous flowers, then this book is for you....

Almost every plant in a garden forms a relationship with fungi, and many plants would not exist without their fungal partners. By better understanding this relationship, home gardeners can take advantage of the benefits of fungi....

Masanobu Fukuoka's manifesto about farming, eating, and the limits of human knowledge presents a radical challenge to the global systems we rely on for our food....

A counter to heavy industrial farming, permaculture is all about conscious planning that caters to the human needs while also respecting and healing the natural environment. At its core, it involves drawing inspiration from nature to build an ecosystem that thrives just like any other....

A lot of famous and successful people are embracing the life of a homesteader. Homesteading has become a catharsis for people who finally want to live the life of a producer rather than a mere consumer....

Plant Science for Gardeners empowers growers to analyze common problems, find solutions, and make better decisions in the garden for optimal plant health and productivity....

A Fenland Garden is the story of the creation of a garden in a complex and fragile English landscape—the Fens of southern Lincolnshire—by a writer who has a very particular relationship with landscape and the soil....

Whether your garden is big or small or you are a complete beginner, building raised beds can help you achieve the perfect garden. It offers many benefits over traditional gardening....

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....

This book offers an introductory guide to psilocybin—magic—mushrooms and how to grow them at home. Whether you’re a beginner looking to get into mushroom cultivation or an enthusiast of the medicinal qualities of psilocybin, this is the book for you.

An instant New York Times Bestseller “If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for a decade, get a dog. And if you want to be happy for the rest of your life, make a garden.” —Martha Stewart, Martha Netflix Documentary The first fully comprehensive gardening...

Permaculture, a Portmanteau of "permanent" and "agriculture" is growing in popularity around the world and for a good reason too. First introduced to protect nature and humankind, permaculture is both a philosophy and a practical approach to sustainable development....

A warm, stress-free, and joy-filled gardening guide that helps busy people build a thriving garden in short, manageable bursts—no perfection required. Gardening doesn’t have to be overwhelming, time-consuming, or perfect to be joyful. Garden Yourself Happy is a refreshingly down-to-earth...

Through simple stories, recipes, and reflections, RuthAnn Zimmerman shares timeless wisdom, celebrates traditional values, and gives readers a peek behind the fence at what homestead life is really like.

A “heartfelt and thoroughly enriching” (Aimee Nezhukumatathil, New York Times bestselling author of World of Wonders) work that expands on how we talk about the natural world and the environment as National Book Critics Circle finalist Camille T. Dungy diversifies her garden to reflect her...

From fairy tales to your garden, Enchanted Plants is a treasure trove of the lore and magic in the kingdom of plants.

Written with beginners and experienced gardeners alike in mind, this book covers everything from picking the right plants for your space to making them fit right in with decorative pots and hanging baskets. Experience the emotional and psychological benefits of keeping houseplants....

This clear, beginner-focused guide takes you from confused to confident by teaching simple systems that actually work. You’ll learn how to choose the right plants, place them correctly, and care for them with confidence—no guesswork required.

The Ultimate Beginner-Friendly Guide to Cultivating Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms at Home. Have you ever paid premium prices for gourmet mushrooms and wished you could grow them yourself? Do scientific terms like inoculation or fears of contamination make mushroom growing feel intimidating? This book was written for beginners who want a clear, practical path without unnecessary complexity. You haven’t failed at cultivation — you simply haven’t had the right guide.

Un completo manual de horticultura con el que aprenderás todo lo necesario para cultivar tus propios alimentos de manera autosuficiente y ecológica sea cual sea el espacio con el que cuentes o la experiencia que tengas.

From the baneful bog to the garden gate, plant lover and lover of the bizarre Varla Ventura brings together forgotten lore of plants for the ultimate romp through a botanical wonderland, including excerpts from fairy tales and a lively discussion of each plant's legendary magical and medicinal properties. Don't forget your scissors.

Are you ready to break free from the constraints of modern consumerism and embark on a journey towards sustainable self-sufficiency? Imagine a life where you grow your own food, harness renewable energy, and minimize your carbon footprint, all while enjoying the satisfaction and security of living independently. "Homesteading for Beginners: Become Sustainably Self-Sufficient" is your comprehensive guide to achieving this dream.