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 HORClaffey, 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 LANChapman, 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: Home Decor ChapmanDahan, Bonnie Trust.
Summary: A lavishly photographed decorating guide demonstrates how to instill garden themes in an apartment or other city home, from suggestions on window decorations and color applications to instructions on building an indoor topiary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747.98 DAHDurber, 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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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.9 DURJosifovic, Igor
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 JosifovicSmith, Gideon
Summary: "Part gardening book and part craft book, this complete guide will not only show you basic growing techniques for nearly 200 succulent varieties, but it will also show you how to make high-quality succulent crafts too! Succulents for Your Home and Garden includes overviews on how to grow succulents and care for them, plant profiles of over 180 succulent species - from the easy-to-grow hens and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Homeowner 2023
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Publisher / Publication Date: D. Kindersley 1994
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 747.98 BROLowrie, 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 LOWDaigle, Tawni
Summary: Go beyond the garden to create projects that take center stage in any space. DIY Succulents shows you how to use beautiful and resilient plants like echeveria, sedum, and graptopetalum to craft nature-inspired home decor like rustic tabletop centerpieces and breathtaking wall art. Each page offers details on selecting the right plants and containers for the project, assembling a gorgeous...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Adams Media 2015
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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
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Summary: Our yards are extensions of our home, and can be every bit as inviting and personal as our favorite rooms. O'Keeffe applies the principles of interior design to exterior design, helping reading design a space, create a mood, choose furniture, and anticipate the effects of time. -- adapted from jacket
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Publisher / Publication Date: Timber Press 2019
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lorenz Books 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.965 LOVSummary: This cake pan can be used to make a gingerbread house, halloween haunted house, doll house, etc. Cake can be decorated standing up or laying flat.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wilton 1982