Gardening & Landscaping
November 2007
The following titles were purchased for the library from a generous donation by Mr. Wayne Whitbeck.
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 The Book of Plants: The Complete Plates
by Basilius Besler (OS 580.22 BES) (2007)
This famous collection of botanical prints, originally published in 1613, has been reproduced by Taschen in this beautiful book. The reproductions, arranged by season, are taken from a hand-painted edition.
 Vegetable Gardening: From Planting to Picking: The Complete Guide to Creating a Bountiful Garden
by Fern Marshall Bradley and Jane Courtier (635 BRA) (2006)
Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of color photos are included in this practical guide for growing over 80 varieties of vegetables. Two approaches are covered, the organic method and the occasional use of chemicals
 Designing the New Kitchen Garden: An American Potager Handbook
by Jennifer R. Bartley (635.0484 BAR) (2006)
Both inspirational and practical in its design, this beautifully illustrated volume shows how the classic kitchen garden can be adapted to American gardens.
 Northwest Top 10 Garden Guide
by Fiona Gilsenan and the editors of Sunset Books (635.0979 NOR) (2005)
This guide for Northwest gardeners includes chapters on annuals, shrubs, roses and a number of other topics of interest to both beginning and experienced gardeners. Over 400 photos are included.
Sunset Western Garden Book
by Kathleen Norris, editor (635.9 WES 2007, 8th ed.) (2007)
Considered the “bible” of Western gardening, this fully updated edition will be valued for its easy-to-read format and the inclusion of over 8,000 plant listings. More plant photographs and larger illustrations make this volume a welcome addition to our gardening collection.
Best Garden Plants for Washington and Oregon
by Marianne Binetti and Don Williamson (635.9097 BIN 2005) (2005)
Included in this handy guide are sections on annuals, perennials, trees & shrubs, vines, roses, bulbs, herbs, and ornamental grasses.
 Infinite Spaces: The Art and Wisdom of the Japanese Garden
by Joe Earle, editor (712.0952 HIB) (2000)
Japanese gardens are often considered peaceful havens. The color photographs will inspire you and the practical aspects of the book – including the placement of stones, building and maintaining water features – will help you to create a serene and sacred Japanese garden.
 Northwest Home Landscaping: Including Western British Columbia
by Roger Holmes & Don Marshall (712.6 HOL) (2007)
48 designs created by landscape professionals from the Pacific Northwest are included along with coverage of 200 region-specific plants.
 Landscape Makeovers: 50 Projects for a Picture-Perfect Yard
(712.6 LAN) (2004)
HGTV brings us another great book on projects and ideas for the yard. Before-and-after photos show the results of the projects and how-to and techniques are also covered.
 Japanese Gardens in a Weekend
by Robert Ketchell (712.6095 KET) (2001)
20 Oriental garden features are covered in this guide. Detailed directions and great illustrations inform the homeowner on material requirements, tools, and construction techniques for each of the projects.
 Ever Blooming: The Art of Bonnie Hall
by James D. Hall, editor (769.92 HAL) ( 2005)
Botanists, wildflower enthusiasts, gardeners and artists will enjoy this beautiful volume of prints created by Bonnie Hall. Capturing the essence of Pacific Northwest wildflowers, ferns and butterflies through her screenprints and her text which accompany each print, this is a book to savor.
 The Art of Flower & Garden Photography
by Clive Nichols (778.934 NIC) (2007)
A beautifully illustrated guide to plant and garden photography, this book covers close-up details and composing panoramic vistas. The author also offers advice on equipment, light and weather conditions, and processing and enhancing digital images.
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