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Author : William Shear
Publisher : Taunton
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : 1561585602
A 40-year veteran of iris growing shares his expertise in choosing, planting, growing, and dividing the most exquisite irises. 163 color photos.
Author : Claire Austin
Publisher : Timber Press (OR)
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780881927306
"Cultivation advice, information about the plants' breeding history, and ideas for using irises with other plants in the garden make this the perfect one-stop reference for iris enthusiasts everywhere."--BOOK JACKET.
Author : Kelly Norris
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-05-22
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781604694062
The diversity of bearded irises rivals that of any other perennial grown in temperate climates. For some gardeners, they bring back warm memories of a grandparent's garden; for others, they're a cutting-edge plant with a seemingly endless capacity for producing new forms and patterns. As the manager of Rainbow Iris Farm and co-editor of the Bulletin of the American Iris Society, Kelly Norris is the authority on gardening with bearded irises. His introductory chapters offer tips for successful growth, garden design, plant selection, and "creating" new irises. A Guide to Bearded Irises also provides portraits of the most outstanding plants in each of the six recognized categories, from the dainty miniature dwarf bearded irises to the stately tall bearded irises. A resource section lists specialty nurseries, organizations devoted to bearded irises, and public gardens with notable iris collections.
Author : Harry Morton Butterfield
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1961
Category : Irises (Plant)
ISBN : SRLF:A0000923466
Author : Robert S. Sturtevant
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : UVA:X006187733
Author : Andy Tomolonis
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-29
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781620081259
In Organic Hobby Farming, Andy Tomolonis, a longtime organic gardener, part-time hobby farmer, and award-winning Boston-area journalist, strips down the concept of "organic" and explains why natural farming has emerged as the healthiest and most viable method of growing for hobby farms and other small-scale operations. In addition to the improved taste and the appeal of excluding toxic materials, organic farming benefits farmers, their families, and the environment. It offers economic plusses as well. The current consumer demand for "local" and "organic" food underscores the need for small hobby farms that offer unique high-end goods. Tomolonis explains the basic principles of organic farming and describes how hobby farmers and their families can eat healthier, save money, help preserve the environment, and even turn their passion into a small-scale side business.Chapter 1 will help you assess the land you live on to determine whether it's suited for organic vegetables, fruit, berries, or livestock. Farmers who are looking to lease or buy land will find practical advice on how to evaluate properties and find their best use, taking climate, soil, water and geography into consideration. In Chapter 2, Tomolonis continues with practical advice on how to choose the right tools without overspending;starting slowly with quality hand implements and then expanding as you determine the need for costlier power equipment.Chapter 3 moves on to the heart of any successful organic farm;building the soil. "The Good Earth" brings readers down to earth, i.e., the soil. You'll learn how to evaluate and improve your soil with compost and cover crops and protect it from erosion, chemical contamination and other harm. The author also stresses the importance of understanding the complex relationship between underground soil organisms that play such a crucial role in natural plant health. The best soil, with the right balance of nutrients and a healthy population of microbes, will help your plants survive hardship, resist diseases and produce healthier more bountiful harvests, the author explains.Chapter 4 walks you through the steps needed to develop an organized farm plan. The chapter presents a convenient month-by-month overview of the farmer's year, offering a timeline and detailed instructions for sowing seeds indoors, transplanting seedlings, guarding against insects and weeds, harvesting, planting cover crops extending the season and developing a schedule for successive food crops. Whether you want to feed your growing family all summer long or produce enough food for a small-scale agribusiness, the information here is invaluable. This chapter also covers organic methods for harnessing the power of nature by luring beneficial insects that will help control farm and garden pests.Learn about heirlooms, hybrids, and eclectic vegetable varieties in the comprehensive directory of vegetable crops and herbs introduced in Chapter 5. Tomolonis reveals his favorite varieties, including many alluring heirlooms that have grown in popularity. Each crop description offers detailed information on soil preparation, sowing, companion planting, and battling weeds and insects without harmful chemicals. The author, a former produce manager for a national grocery chain, also includes tips for harvesting crops, prepping them for display, and bringing the goods to market.If you're looking for advice on fruits and berries, Organic Hobby Farms introduces new options in Chapter 6, where the author suggests ways to branch out with Asian pears, peaches, and apples, as well as nutritious blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries. As he does in other chapters, Tomolonis explains in common terms, how to choose the best varieties for your region, prepare the soil for maximum production, and deal with pests and diseases organically.Organic Hobby Farming also describes the basics of adding chickens to your farm;for wholesome organic eggs or pastured meat. Select the right breeds, raise a flock from day-old chicks and protect the birds from predators and pests the natural way. Tomolonis also delves into the fascinating world of apiculture in Chapter 8. He and his wife, Valerie, are avid beekeepers with hives that produce gallons of healthy unpasteurized local honey. In addition to bees, the book provides insight into keeping such small livestock as meat rabbits and dairy goats.Hobby farmers who want to turn their agricultural skills into a money-making operation will find practical advice in Chapter 9, which discusses commercial options. Learn how to sell your goods to local restaurants, at farmers' markets, or as part of a community-supported-agriculture (CSA) program. And, once you make a decision to turn commercial, you'll find advice in developing a business plan, crafting a mission statement, setting goals, and creating farm budgets. You'll also learn the myriad benefits;and challenges;of becoming USDA certified organic.Finally, Organic Hobby Farming steers you to multiple sources of additional information with an extensive listing of resources, broken down by subject and chapter. With Organic Hobby Farming, creative-thinking readers will learn ways to increase the profitability of their organic ventures. The reader can decide to transform his hobby farm into a specialty destination for heirloom varieties, organic raw honey, preserves, dried herbs, or a particularly desirable breed of heritage livestock.As Tomolonis states in the book's introduction, "eat safer, more nutritious food, learn about your soil and plants, support the local food movement and help save the planet;one acre at a time."
Author : United States. Agricultural Research Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : UVA:X001754169
Author : Henry Marc Cathey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : MINN:31951002832085F
Author : United States. Agricultural Research Service. Crops Research Division
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : MINN:319510028161853
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Irises (Plants)
ISBN : UVA:X001754298
Author : William A. Shear
Publisher : Taunton
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Iris (Plant)
ISBN : CORNELL:31924081043022
A complete guide to growing and propagating irises.
Author : Paul R. Wonning
Publisher : Mossy Feet Books
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781311558442
The Bearded Iris is a dependable plant for the perennial flower garden. Its low maintenance combined with dependable bloom and showy blossoms make this perennial flower one of the gardener’s staple flowers.
Author : Kevin C. Vaughn
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0764349066
This complete guide gives all the information you need to choose, grow, and appreciate the beardless iris--from basic planting information to help beginners, to the essential hybridizing details that horticulturists need. Beardless irises are cousins of the more familiar bearded irises, but are much more variable, with plants ranging from four-inch-tall dwarfs with tiny flowers to five-foot stalks with dinner-plate-size flowers. In addition, beardless irises of at least one type will grow in virtually every gardening situation from dry shade to standing water in full sun. No other group of perennials offers such versatility. Here, all five major groups are covered in detail: Siberian, Japanese, Pacific Coast Native, spuria, and Louisiana. The garden uses, development of the modern hybrids, and recommended cultures are given for each of the diverse groups of beardless irises. In addition, a separate chapter covers the techniques for creating your own beardless hybrids.
Author : Melba Hamblen
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Gardening
ISBN : UCSC:32106014581265
Author : Graeme Grosvenor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Iris (Plant)
ISBN : 0864177771
Graeme Grosvenor is one of the world's leading authorities on the iris and he has endeavoured to make this book the world's most comprehensive and up-to-date on the subject. For those captivated by the gentle beauty of the iris this book offers a wealth of information. It contains a spectacular panorama of colour plates covering current popular cultivars as well as other superb new ones. The text elaborates on characteristics of each of the cultivars and explains propagation and growing points associated with each of them. Specific information on particular iris cultivars is easily comprehended because each is presented against a thorough coverage of the whole iris division of the genus into the subgenus level: bulbous, tuberous, and rhizomatous. Within each group, he defines further subcategories; for instance he defines within the rhizomatous subgenus the characteristics of the bearded, beardless and crested groups.
