"Homesteader Leah M. Webb shares her strategy for implementing a homestead plan in seven stages by starting small and gradually adding more features each year. Step-by-step photos from the author's own homestead, accompanied by her hard-earned advice and instruction, make this a one-of-a-kind guide for anyone who aspires to grow more of their own food"--

Practical steps anyone can take to beautify any landscape or garden, while helping protect the planet and the species that call it home. Topics include: Working actively to shrink our carbon footprint through mindful landscaping and gardening; creating cleaner air and water; increasing physical comfort during hotter seasons; supporting birds, butterflies, pollinators, and other wildlife.

Provides information for effective gardening, including what tools to use, how to prepare the soil, and how to grow different plants, such as flowers and trees.

Attracting birds and butterflies has never been simpler with the tips, tricks and plant picks in this handy guide. Plus, you'll help support the dwindling bee population, which is essential to the future of gardening. Whether you're just starting out or are a bona fide green thumb, you'll turn to this can't-miss birding and gardening resource for years to come. Inside you'll find 250+ photos of plants that birds, butterflies and bees can't resist;...

"The essential gardener's guide to growing native in New England Plants native to New England evolved to thrive in local conditions and survive harsh seasons. Native Plants for New England Gardens culls the expertise of the New England Wild Flower Society to help anyone create lovely, hardy gardens that will tolerate drought, resist disease and encourage biodiversity. This handy guide to 100 great native flowers, ground covers, shrubs, ferns, and...

"Learn essential gardening skills and techniques from planning and basic maintenance to planting and caring for trees, shrubs, climbers, bulbs, annuals and perennials. Each technique is clearly explained with 900 step-by-step pictures taking you thorough every stage. Includes information on growing vegetables, herbs and fruit, greenhouse gardening, building rock and water gardens, and propagation. A comprehensive seasonal checklist highlights the...

Learn how to plan a garden that is colorful and productive throughout the entire year. The Gardener's Year is packed with timely gardening tips for a wide variety of garden projects, covering flowers and plants, fruits, vegetables and herbs, and trees and shrubs. Its vibrant galleries of what and when to plant, photo sequences of key techniques, and season-by-season approach make it accessible for even the most inexperienced of gardeners. Timing is...