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"Grow Your Own"
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Books

We are proud to offer a great selection of "Grow Your Own" books and guides.

These guides & books have passed the "Valerie" test ... they contain usefull information, and it is well presented.

Books	Organic Farming, Everything You Need To Know
	Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies.
	All About Apples.
	Espelier.
	Just Nuts.
	Berry Bounty.
	Jackie French's Chook Book.
	4-H Guide to Raising Chickens.
	Keeping your own free-range Pigs.
	The Bee Book. Bee Keeping Basics; Harvesting Honey; Beeswax, Candles and other Bee Business.
	Small Scale Haymaking.
	Blueprints for Harmoniuous Gardens. Give any Garden a lovely finishing touch with focal points.
	Simple Stonescaping. Gardens, Walls, Path, and Waterfalls.
	Home Dairy. Keeping a house cow, goat or sheep. How to make cheese, yoghurt, and other dairy products.
Fold Out Instant Information Guides	GM Food.
	Vegetables Growing Guide.
	Herb & Medicinal Plants Growing Guide.
	Fruit & Berry Growing Guide.
	Flowers Growing Guide.
	Flowering Bulbs Growing Guide.
	Botanical Field Guide.
	Biodynamic Growing Guide.

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Organic Farming
Everything You Need To Know
by
Peter V. Fossel
#1268
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Excellent book full of common sense and valuable information. While it goes over organic farming; how to get started and be a successful grower, it also includes a section on how to market your produce, understanding that just growing is not enough. It covers vegetables, crops and other plants, livestock and poultry and even organic flower farming. The information in this book includes the following: Vegetables, Crops, & Plants. Livestock & Poultry. Converting from conventional farming. Alternatives to pesticides. Marketing strategies for your wares. Organic Farming - Peter V. Fossel Rec. Retail $29.99 Our Price $15.00. Australia Only.

Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies by Penny Woodward #1183 (top of page) Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies - Penny Woodward Rec. Retail $26.95 Our Price $25.60 Australia Only. Worried about the contents of "Off-The-Shelf" pills & potions ? Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies puts you back in control. Deal effectively with unsettling, uncomfortable, or debilitating ailments. Save yourself and your family many a trip to doctor, pharmacist or natural therapist. Grow the herbs you love, then make your own infusions, teas, salves, ointments, and rubs. Most remedies take less time to make than it does to jump into a car and drive to a chemist or health-food shop - and they are FREE! Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies shows you how to use:       peppermint tea for indigestion fennel seed to reduce appetite and promote weight loss basil wash for itchy skin conditions sage tea at the first sign of a cold infused thyme oil for sore muscles and to promote healing ginger tea for a hangover lemon balm to lift your mood and ease depression and much, much more

All About Apples by Allen Gilbert #1180 (top of page) All About Apples is a comprehensive, reliable and informative guide to apples old and new, their care, pest and disease control, propogation and harvesting. Allen Gilbert has extensive experience as a horti~culturist working for government and in the media. The author of many books (several Yates guides and Hyland Houses Tomatoes for Everyone and Climbers and Creepers, he continues to write for magazines and newspapers and makes regular TV and radio appearances on national gardening programs. Grow your own apples More apples and less work with Allen Gilbert's new pruning system. Treat yourself and your friends to the true raste of apples from bygone years. Improvr your success reate with Allen Gilberts new grafting technique. Espalier apple trees for unusual landscape effects. Grow more than ten different apple varieties on a single tree. First steps to small-scale orcharding for hobby farmers and retirees - including profiles of some working orchards. All About Apples - Allen Gilbert Rec. Retail $31.95 Our Price $30.35 Australia Only.

Espelier by Allen Gilbert #1241 (top of page) Espalier: Beautiful, Productive Garden Walls and Fences. A review by Angela Reimann, Salisbury Library Service In today’s small gardens – our havens of private space – it makes sense to aim for planting which is cunningly arranged. A garden where you have space for a few fruit trees as nothing tastes better than home picked fruit. Imagine lots of shade in summer and hot west facing walls draped with cooling greenery. The ancient walled gardens of Iran were known for just such spaces. Maybe earlier people created a kind of Espalier, but it is the Persians who are first credited with this art. Espalier is the art of training trees into two-dimensional shapes or flat plane designs. In Europe espalier became fashionable during the Middle Ages and beyond. And today, we can adapt this shaping of plants to our own good use. What I like about Allan Gilbert’s book is that he knows what will work for Australian conditions. Gilbert is a respected horticulturalist and once ran an orchard in Tasmania. This is where he experimented with espalier – on apple, pear and almond trees. He also traveled to European old gardens and there are many good photos in the book. Allen Gilbert’s book also gives a whole chapter on selecting the right plants for espalier. Australia’s longer, sunnier summers means that we have a greater variety to select from than in the northern hemisphere. Good plants should be able to be bent slowly into shape. Brittle branches are unsuitable. Australian plants are often hardy and tolerate heavy pruning. Bottlebrush, Grevillea, Correa and Erimophila species work well and have low water needs. Espalier - Allen Gilbert Rec. Retail $29.95 Our Price $28.45 Australia Only.

Just Nuts by Allen Gilbert #1188 (top of page) Cultivation & Propogation   -   Pests & Diseases   -   Harvesting & Uses Just Nuts - Allen Gilbert Rec. Retail $29.95 Our Price $28.45 Australia Only. The word 'nut' has the same origins as 'nutrient' and 'nourish', so it's not surprising that nuts are one of the world's staple foods. We can all enjoy the abundant and versatile produce of nut trees by growing them ourselves. whether in the home garden, hobby farm or commercial orchard. Just Nuts will make it easy. Allen Gilbert lives on Tasmania’s Bruny Island where he and his partner have developed a horticultural enterprise and a self-sufficient lifestyle. Allen has extensive experience as a professional horticulturalist and is the author of many books, including Hyland House's Tomatoes for Everyone, Climbers and Creepers and All About Apples. Allen has written numerous articles on horticulture for national newspapers and magazines and is a popular radio presenter. Just Nuts is a comprehensive guide to; tree nuts, their cultivation, harvesting and use propogation, including Allen Gilbert's budding and grafting methods Allen Gilbert's pruning methods a selection of other popular nuts

Berry Bounty by Allen Gilbert #1289 (top of page) How to grow traditional and unusual berries, from strawberrie and blueberrie to feijoas, mangosteens, and tamarillos. With the increasing interest in 'super' berries and their health benefits it's good to know they can be grown organically, and that most are suited to small gardens and pots. They're not just delicious, but chock-full of: vitamins A, C and E; folic and amino acids; anti-oxidants; riboflavin; dietary fibre; & flavonoids. Rec. Retail $29.95 Our Price $28.45 Australia Only. Berry Bounty - Allen Gilbert

Jackie French's Chook Book.
#1184
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"There's nothing more beautiful than a mob of White Leghorns like sailing ships flying with the wind, comfortable Australorps in their fluffy black knickers dedicatedly sifting through the old tomato bed for insects and titbits, or a tribe of Isa Browns scratching under the lavender. There’s no sound as domestic, either, as a mob of chooks clucking in the backyard. lt gives you a feeling of safety and security. ” Use this book, and you’ll love chooks too: love to keep them, scratching about in your own backyard. and love to eat them, prepared from one of Jackie’s many mouth-watering chicken-and~egg recipes. This completely revised edition’s sections on poultry keeping and management have been greatly expanded, and are now illustrated with close to 100 full-colour photographs. Jackie French's Chook Book Rec. Retail $21.95 Our Price $20.85. Australia Only.

4-H Guide to Raising Chickens.
#1269
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If you have always dreamed of owning chickens, the 4-H Guide to Raising Chickens has everything you need to raise and exhibit your own flock. Each aspect of raising chickens is described in a step-by-step format that any person of any skill or age will be able to follow and master. The information in this book includes the following: Selecting a breed and acquiring birds Basic chicken management Feed and housing requirements Show advice and suggestions and much more! 4-H Guide to Raising Chickens Rec. Retail $24.99 Our Price $12.50. Australia Only.

Keeping your own free-range Pigs.
#1290
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Pigs are intelligent, challenging and fascinating creatures. They also taste great. This book will guide you in feeding and housing your pigs in a caring and cost-effective way, in an environment that supports your pigs' natural instincts. Written by long-time vegetarian turned pig-farmer ten Owens, it weaves valuable pig-raising information with the story of her family's experience of living with these intriguing animals. It is an honest account of their efforts to look after their animals with kindness whilst keeping in mind their goal of providing ethical, sustainable and delicious food for the table. Keeping your own free-range Pigs. - Jen Owens Rec. Retail $24.95 Our Price $23.70. Australia Only.

The Bee Book.
by
Ann Cliff
#1181
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The art of Bee keeping is no longer a mystery. Anyone interested in growing food, who wants to find out what a beehive or two will give them, even on such a small scale as the suburban backyard or the terrace-house garden, will find this book an indispensable introduction to bee keeping The Bee Book - Ann Cliff Rec. Retail $21.95 Our Price $20.85. Australia Only.

Small Scale Haymaking.
by
Spencer Yost

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The art of making hay is as old as farming itself, and even today, no matter how sophisticated the machinery, it evokes the connection of a person to the land. For anyone undertaking the task of making hay for the first time or if you have a few haying seasons under your belt, Small-Scale Haymaking takes you through every step of the process. From plowing and planting the field to cutting, baling, and storing the hay, author Spencer Yost explains what to do, citing examples and describing situations from his own experience as a hay farmer. Information about buying and maintaining all types of haying equipment is covered in this book, as well as developing a farm plan for the future. Practical advice and step-by-step instructions will help first-time and veteran hay farmers through the entire haying process to where they can sit back and admire, with pride, a bare hay field and a full hay mow. The information in this book includes the following: Preparing the field. Planting and maintenance. Harvesting and storage. Implement repairs. Developing a farm plan. Small Scale Haymaking. Rec. Retail $26.95 Our Price $12.50. Australia Only.

Blueprints for Harmoniuous Gardens.
by
Tara Dillard

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What makes a garden special? Focal points that attract the eye turn each area into a habitat of graceful beauty, and make a strong first impression. Using dozens of inspiring photographs, plus detailed drawings that provide a map of all the elements, horticulturist Tara Dillard reveals her secrets for creating dazzling arrangements that are elegant (not overdone) and maintain their loveliness all Blueprints for Harmoniuous Gardens - Tara Dillard Rec. Retail $19.99 Our Price $10.00. Australia Only.

Simple Stonescaping by Phillip Raines (top of page) Aimed at beginners, this title contains guidelines for domestic stone construction projects including patios, waterfalls, stone benches, steps, paths and walkways. It also includes guidance on making mortar, carrying out mortar repairs, and the selection of appropriate tools and equipment. It will be the first book you'll want on stonescaping--a simple "learn to do it yourself" guide to superb projects beginners can handle with professional results. There's guidance on developing a layout, drawing a plan, choosing tools, mixing mortar, jointing, excavating, providing drainage, and improving aesthetics. Pictures present magnificent stones for your consideration, from granite to marble to quartzite--along with advice on buying, cutting, and placing them. Outstanding projects include a variety of walls; columns; a paved walkway; patio, archway, stone pond, or steps. Simple Stonescaping - Phillip Raines Rec. Retail $19.99 Our Price $10.00 Australia Only.

Home Dairy.
by
Ann Cliff
#1397
(top of page)

Keeping a House Cow, Goat or Sheep & How to Make Cheese, Yoghurt & Other Dairy Products Like bread, wine or beer, making your own yoghurt, butter and cheese is fun. It's an age-old tradition - neither difficult nor complicated, and very rewarding. No room for a goat, cow or sheep? No matter. Just buy a few litres of milk and get straight into the process of making your own cream, butter, cheese and yoghurt. Home Dairy. - Ann Cliff Rec. Retail $24.95 Our Price $23.70. Australia Only.

Laminated Fold-Out Information Guides Must know information, at a glance. (top of page) Select Any Image    Designed and written for Australia & New Zealand Not everybody has the time to read hundreds of pages to find out the essential facts. This is where these Guides come in. Each Guide consists of eight A4 pages that fold into each other. The given subject has ben researched thoroughly and condensed into this format. In this way the reader will be able to gain a significant overview of the subject ... The layout is clear and easy on the eye. The Guides are quality printed in full colour and protection coated on both sides. The material is a sturdy board. This year instead of planting herbs and vegies available at Bunnings and local garden shops, I planted purely from the guide, according to the climate for my region. I even took the guide into my garden, and followed the planting instructions, such as spacing, to the letter ... a month later, and everything is doing really well. I am looking forward to a bumper crop this year ... and lots of money saved .... I'm trying not to sound like a "super salesperson" here, but I am super impressed with these guides ... Valerie These Guides are made to last and provide information at your fingertip for many years to come. GMO Genetiaclly Modified Food (top of page) Genetically Modified Organisms have the potential for a few multinational companies to dominate a large part of global food production. They would make farmers dependent on GM seeds and the chemical treatments that go along with them. Apart from safety and environmental aspects there are troublesome ethical issues as well as questions about the nutritional quality of this type of food. This Guide offers a comprehensive overview of this important subject. Full colour with many illustrations. The authors are Hugh Lovel who has 30 years experience as a biodynamic farmer and teacher. Since his university days (chemistry and biology) he has felt uncomfortable with the intellectual self-deception of institutionalized science and has consistently stepped outside the ranks of academe. ? Features: 8 x A4 pages, 68 vegetables, germination times, plant and row distances, companion planting, best moon phase, picking times, soil quality, how to make compost. GMO Genetiaclly Modified Food - Hugh Lovell & Stefan Mager #1252 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand The Vegie Planting Guide is very impressive, very easy to follow, and was put to use the day I received it. I am interested in trying to grow Okra, and the guide gave me all the information I needed. I will look at buying the herb guide next .... Frank. Vegetables Growing Guide (top of page) THIS GUIDE introduces 68 delicious vegetables that can easily be grown to provide fresh and nutritious food from the home garden at little cost. Knowing what to grow, where and when will make the garden more productive and enjoyable. All the important information is provided in a format that even a novice gardener can follow effortlessly. In addition there are sections on Moon and companion planting, as well as on compost making and soil understanding. Features: 8 x A4 pages, 68 vegetables, germination times, plant and row distances, companion planting, best moon phase, picking times, soil quality, how to make compost. Vegetables Growing Guide - Stefan Mager #1129 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand The Vegie Planting Guide is very impressive, very easy to follow, and was put to use the day I received it. I am interested in trying to grow Okra, and the guide gave me all the information I needed. I will look at buying the herb guide next .... Frank. Herb & Medicinal Plants Growing Guide (top of page) THIS GUIDE introduces 72 useful herbs. Most of them can be grown in the home herb garden. Knowing what to grow, where and when will make the garden more productive and enjoyable. All the important information is provided in a format that even a novice gardener can follow easily. With a little effort it is possible to grow herbs throughout the year. Features: 8 x A4 pages, 72 herbs, position and soil, medicinal properties, plant and row distances, uses, warnings, clime conditions, soil and aspect requirements. Herb & Medicinal Plants Growing Guide - Stefan Mager #1130 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand Fruit & Berry Growing Guide (top of page) THIS GUIDE offers a terrific overview to growing fruit and berries. Featuring. 10 Tree Fruits 10 Soft Fruits & 16 Exotic Fruits Tree fruits include apples, apricots, cherry, citrus, fig, mulberry, peach/nectarine, pear, plum and quince. Soft fruits include black current, blueberry, cranberry, gooseberry, grapes, kiwi fruit, loganberry, melon, raspberry and strawberry. Exotic fruits include: avocado, banana, guava, loquat, lychee, mango, olives, passionfruit, pawpaw, papaya, persimmon, pineapple, pomegrante, sapote and tamarillo. There is also a section on soil, drainage, compost, mulch and soil pH. This Guide is a great companion for all keen gardeners. 8 full colour pages, protection coated both sides. Fruit & Berry Growing Guide - Stefan Mager #1194 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand Flowers Growing Guide (top of page) THIS GUIDE introduces 72 delightful flowers that can be grown in the home flower garden. Knowing what to grow, where and when will make the garden more beautiful and enjoyable. The important information is provided in a format that even a novice gardener can follow easily. With a little bit of effort it is possible to grow flowers throughout the year. Features: 8 x A4 pages, 72 flowers, sowing depth, climate zones, blooming times, plant and row distances, soil and aspect requirements. Flowers Growing Guide - Stefan Mager #1131 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand Flowering Bulbs Growing Guide (top of page) THIS GUIDE introduces 57 flowering bulbs. Most of them can be grown in the home garden. Knowing what to grow, where and when will make the garden more beautiful and enjoyable. All the important information about the bulbs is provided in a format that is easy to follow. Consult the Flowering Bulb Guide for the spectacular range of flowers that are available. Features: 8 x A4 pages, 57 Bulbs, when to plant, planting depth, flowering season, planting distance, soil and aspect requirements. Flowering Bulbs Growing Guide - Stefan Mager #1132 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand Botanical Field Guide (top of page) Revised edition by Dr Geoff Burrows, Senior Lecturer of Botany at Charles Sturt University. This Guide offers, in symbol and keyword format, a substantial overview of the plant world. Comprehensive and robust, a companion wherever you live, city or country. Use it to look for and to check plant details; to classify, to reference, to compare and to remember keywords for later research. A useful reference and learning tool, popular with students, gardeners and plant lovers. Features: 8 x A4 pages, full colour on sturdy card, protection coated both sides. Over 280 symbols. Over 400 keywords with definitions. Flower anatomy, Fruits, Seeds, Vegetative Spreads, Monocots, Dicots, Stems, Roots, Grasses, Sedges, Leaf Types. Botanical Field Guide - Stefan Mager & Dr Geoff Burrows #1133 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand Biodynamic Growing Guide (top of page) NEW EXPANDED EDITION ! A substantial overview of biodynamic process that is reputed to produce food with maximum vitality and nutritional qualities. Initiated by the visionary Rudolf Steiner, biodynamic agriculture is now practiced around the globe. This Guide provides an essential overview of both, the practical and the esoteric aspects. Now in its third print-run. Ideal for all who wish to understand this extraordinary way of looking at the growing process. Features: A concise overview of biodynamic growing. The new edition includes: Cosmic Rhythms, Perpetual Moon Calendar, Nature Kingdoms, Nutrient Cycle, BD Preparations 500 - 507, Silica, Clay, Lime, Peppers, Tree Paste, Horn Clay and much more. Colourful, fascinating and illuminating. See Also :- Biodynamic Preparation 500 & The Biodynamic Compost Guide Biodynamic Growing Guide - Brian Keats & Stefan Mager #1275 $13.50 -- Regular Mail Included -- Australia   $15.00 -- Air Mail Included -- New Zealand

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