Horwood, Catherine
Summary: There is no shortage of books on how to look after houseplants but no one has shown us how and when and why these plants came to be in our homes. Catherine Horwood's combination of social history, plant history and the history of interior design explains why, as Flanders and Swann sung in the 1950s, 'the garden's full of furniture / and the house is full of plants.' In this fascinating book we...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Pimpernel Press Ltd 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747.98 HORChapman, Baylor
Summary: Chapman walks readers through everything they need to know to bring houseplants into their home. She begins with the basics of choosing and caring for plants, with emphasis on the easiest-to-care-for varieties. Then she guides readers through the home room by room, explaining how to use plants to define a space, clean the air, and even add a lovely, living fragrance. Bring nature into your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Artisan, a division of Workman Publishing Co., Inc. 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 CHACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Home Decor ChapmanGerrard-Jones, Sarah
Summary: A simple, stylish and complete guide for any plant owner. Whether you have one or many house plants, this is the book your they want you to read. It answers every question, from where to position them at home, to how much watering is too much watering. And it solves every problem, including how to rescue ailing plants. Use this book as toolkit to answer your plant's needs and in the process you...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 GERClaffey, Bree
Summary: For centuries, plants have transformed interiors. Today houseplants are once again experiencing a revival. Author Bree Claffey of Mr Kitly journeys into the worlds of fellow plant lovers to explore the enduring attraction of houseplants. From the ever-reliable Peace lily and beguiling Fiddle leaf fig to the elusive Chinese money plant, houseplants are showcased in all their weird and wonderful...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames & Hudson Australia 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 CLALangan, Alana
Summary: It's no secret that time spent in nature is good for us. Nature helps us thrive: it improves our health and well-being and can decrease our stress. But if you don't have the luxury of a forest at your doorstep, bringing the outside in can provide an immediate connection to the natural world and the many benefits that come with it. From the founders of the botanical emporium Ivy Muse and the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thames & Hudson 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747 LANMartin, Laurelynn G.
Summary: "Laurelynn G. Martin and Byron E. Martin show you how to successfully plant, grow, and harvest 47 varieties of tropical fruiting plants - in any climate! This straightforward, easy-to-use guide brings papaya, passionfruit, pepper, pineapples, and more out of the tropics and into your home"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Publishing 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 MARLowrie, Melissa
Summary: "A book of tips and tricks from seasoned professionals for making plants happy in their homes and styling advice from the designers who created that signature Terrain look"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Artisan 2022
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 LOWSteinkopf, Lisa Eldred
Summary: Choose the right houseplants for your space and then help them thrive with Houseplants for Beginners at your side. Having happy, healthy plants can make a space feel happy and healthy too. They add color, texture, and beauty--and can also improve air quality. For new plant parents eager for these benefits, this affordable, adapted edition of Houseplants by Lisa Eldred Steinkopf offers...
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Shoe Press 2023
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Summary: Aimed at a new generation of indoor gardening enthusiasts, this book is a perfect guide for anyone keen to see their plant offspring thrive. Gaining ground on food and pet photos on social media, plants have found popularity in the small home, and are being proclaimed the new stars of Instagram. This beautiful little book is ideal for the novice 'plant parent', providing tips on how to choose...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Laurence King Publishing 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 DOAStites, William
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Publisher / Publication Date: Doubleday 1990
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.986 STIDurber, Sarah
Summary: "This book aims to cover the most commonly asked questions by new plant owners and will help people who want to have more greenery in their lives but don't know where to start. It will advise on the best plant for a variety of home conditions so that everyone should be able to find plants that suit their space. Having and maintaining an indoor garden can be possible for anyone, the book will...
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Publisher / Publication Date: White Owl, an imprint of Pen & Sword Books LTD 2021
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 1988
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 GILLangton, Caro
Summary: Shows you how to make the most of your favorite houseplants through simple, beginner-friendly propagation techniques, as well as resourceful DIY projects including homemade rooting mediums, seed-bombs, and a self-watering plant pot.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quadrille 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Gardens In LangtonSteinkopf, Lisa Eldred
Summary: "Bloom is the only modern guide to cultivating flowering houseplants that includes insider secrets to encourage these beautiful plants to bloom and thrive"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cool Springs Press 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 STEHay Hinsdale, Emily L.
Summary: Your plants speak to you! Once you understand what they're saying, you will be able to help them thrive. Healthy plants are a boon to any environment: they can enliven your peace or mood, and it has been shown that nurturing plants is great for our mental health. But keeping a plant healthy can be a mystery. What does it mean if your plant has brown tips? Rotting roots? Yellow leaves? What Is...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Element 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 HAYIsabel, Agatha
Summary: "Ready to find your perfect match? Getting involved with someone new can seem over-whelming, but you don't have to get caught in the weeds. Houseplant Hookups approaches plant care like modern dating. You'll find out how to choose the right plant partner, where to find them, and what happens when they come home with you. You'll learn how to start a loving relationship and watch it grow -...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gibbs Smith 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 ISASheldon, Kathy
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lark Books 2001
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.965 SHEAllaway, Zia.
Summary: Each of its 200-plus projects, on subjects as diverse as planting spring bulbs to growing Thai herbs and spices, shows you exactly what is required: the materials, the ideal site, the time it takes, as well as aftercare and handy tips.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK 2010
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown 1978
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Summary: Igor Josifovic and Judith de Graaf "delve into the many ways that nurturing plants helps nurture the soul. This new book by the authors of the bestselling Urban Jungle addresses the life-changing magic of living with and caring for plants. Aimed at a wider audience than typical houseplant books, each chapter combines easily digestible plant knowledge, style guidance via real home interiors, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Garden In JosifovicSabharwal, Puneet
Summary: "This comprehensive visual guide to houseplant care is packed with illustrations and hand drawings, color photography, accessible infographics, and advice for first-time and experienced plant parents alike. Build confidence in tending indoor plants through this guide to basic plant care, all while learning about the history of houseplants, how they communicate, and sustainable ways to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Princeton Architectural Press 2022
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 SABCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in New Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 SABSteinkopf, Lisa Eldred
Summary: "Houseplants are more popular than ever. If you get in the game but have stayed plantless because your home is not blessed with opulent sunlight, don't despair. In Grow in the Dark, you will find page after page of houseplants that thrive in even the shadiest conditions. In this exciting new book, author Lisa Eldred Steinkopf has curated a list featuring 50 low-light houseplants that will grow...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cool Springs Press 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Gardens In SteinkopfChapman, Baylor
Summary: "Nothing gives the homey, lived-in feel of a sunny kitchen quite like planters of fresh herbs hanging in the window . . . or makes a statement like a fish-bone cactus suspended from a repurposed birdcage stand. From the classic to the unique, a houseplanthas the ability to instantly elevate the look of your home and allows you to add your own special flourish of character. But where to begin?...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Artisan, a division of Workman Publishing Co., Inc. 2021