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Take a step further into the fascinating world of horticultural history with "The Fruits of History: Volume 2." Join author Dennis Santaniello, a seasoned farmer and expert fruit vendor with over twenty years of experience, and dive into some of our most beloved fruits' exotic origins and profound cultural impacts. This eagerly awaited sequel, rich with diligent research and advanced AI tools, unlocks enchanting new tales of fruit that shaped human history. Explore the lush narratives of the tangy plum and the mystical pomegranate, among others, and discover how these fruits have influenced...

Plants can communicate! Are you fascinated by the world of plants and their communication abilities? Do you want to discover the hidden mechanisms behind how plants interact with their environment? Look no further than our new eBook: "Secrets of Plant Communication: Revealing the Fascinating World of Botanical Conversations." In this groundbreaking guide, you'll delve into the intricate web of communication that exists between plants and other organisms. You'll learn how plants communicate through chemical, electric, and even mechanical signals, and discover the fascinating ways they ...

For over two centuries, as rulers have risen and fallen and wars have raged, one majestic oak tree has lived out an epic drama. From germination in 1780 to adapting to the changing climate of the modern age, its struggles and triumphs took place far from human eyes. That is, until one day a young man named Laurent Tillon came across it, and a decades-long relationship began ... In this dazzling book, biodiversity expert Tillon narrates the story of the tree he calls Quercus

Vanishing Landscapes tells the story of how plants disappeared from our daily lives one by one. First were apples, then household medicines like saffron, cloth dyes like woad, grapes for making wine, and then, eventually, the timber and reeds we used to build our houses and the wheat we grew for our bread. In their place came the first corporation, the first factory, the banking system, private property, global trade, and modern medicine.

Embark on the latest voyage through time and taste with "Fruits of History Volume 4: Cucurbit Confidential" by Dennis Santaniello. This installment delves into the enigmatic world of cucurbits, uncovering the pivotal role this diverse family has played from antiquity to the present. Beyond the familiar watermelons and pumpkins, this volume introduces readers to the intricate saga of squashes and gourds, whose stories are as rich and varied as their flavors. "Cucurbit Confidential" stands as a tribute to these botanical powerhouses, aiming to enlighten and entertain a broad readership. From ...

Der eigene Garten ist ein ganz persönliches Paradies und wer Hobbygärtner mit Leib und Seele ist, der will das Maximum aus seiner grünen Oase herausholen. Das geht ganz hervorragend mit der Profi-Methode Veredelung: Das Beste zweier Pflanzen vereint in einem perfekten Gewächs, und wie Ihnen das ganz einfach auch Zuhause gelingt, finden Sie in diesem Buch heraus! Schwaches Wurzelwerk, Krankheitsanfälligkeit oder der Erhalt besonderer Pflanzen – die Motivation für die Veredelung eines Gewächses kann unterschiedlich sein, die Vorteile hingegen überzeugen in jedem Fall.

The themes in these fourteen essays become invigorating and intimate in Lee’s hands, centering on the lives of plants like seaweed, tangelos, and soy, and their entanglement with our human worlds. Lee explores the rich backstory of cherry trees in Berlin; a tea plant that grows in the Himalayan foothills just southwest of China; the world of algae and wakame, and the journeys they’ve made to reach us.

Bye bye zerbrochene Blumentöpfe und zerkratzte Sofas. Anika Moritz zählt zu den gefragtesten Verhaltenstherapeutinnen für Tiere. Die leidenschaftliche Katzentrainerin zeigt anschaulich, wie sich unangestrengt und katzengerecht ein ebenso katzen- wie menschenverträgliches Sozialverhalten erzielen lässt. Dazu braucht es gar nicht viel: ein bisschen Zeit, Geduld und die Bereitschaft, sich mit den Grundlagen der Tierpsychologie und des Tiertrainings vertraut zu machen. Mit Anika gehören apathisches Herumliegen, zerfetze Couchbezüge oder verschmähte Katzentoiletten der Vergangenheit an.

В этой книге собраны тайные истории о темной стороне растений, об их опасных свойствах и ядах, которые из них делают. Истории переплетаются с древними мифами, легендами, цитатами из мировой литературы и великолепными авторскими иллюстрациями. Азбука растений, предложенная автором, удобна в пользовании. Вы легко найдете растение по его распространенному названию, узнаете его ботаническое наименование, а потом с головой окунетесь в тайны и загадочные свойства растения.

Dreaming with Apple takes you on a journey into the world of the trees and plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant and Tree Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant and tree world in general and Apple in particular. Dreaming with Apple also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Apple. You'll even experience a guided dream or ...

Dreaming with Rosemary takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short eBook provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Rosemary in particular. Dreaming with Rosemary also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Rosemary. You'll even experience a guided dream or story to receive...

Dreaming with Rhubarb takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with plant spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Rhubarb in particular. Dreaming with Rhubarb also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Rhubarb. You’ll even experience a guided dream or story to receive ...

Almost any type of chilli pepper can be grown indoors successfully but Asian style chilli peppers usually do best in that environment. Both Habaneros and Thai chilli peppers are good for an indoor cultivation.

Dreaming with Nettle takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Nettle in particular. Dreaming with Nettle also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Nettle. You'll even experience a guided dream or story to receive special ...

"Watercress: Nutritional Treasure and Medicine Through Food" explores the health benefits of this aquatic plant. Throughout history, watercress has been valued for its versatility in the kitchen and its medicinal properties. The audiobook details the nutritional properties of watercress, highlighting its richness in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It delves into health benefits such as bone strengthening, immune system reinforcement, promotion of cardiovascular and ocular health, and its diuretic and detoxifying properties.

Was wir von der Natur, Wald und Wildkräuter übers Leben lernen können. Das Wildkräuterwissen ist so groß - in Österreich gibt es über 11000 Wildkräuter, leider passen nicht alle in ein Buch. 257 Seiten mussten ausreichen - so haben es in dieses Buch die 10 Wildkräuter geschafft, zu denen die Autorin die schönste, berührendste, beste, angenehmste Erfahrung hat. So stehen diese Wildkräuter nicht nur fürs kulinarische Verarbeiten oder als Hausmittel sondern, Nein, in dem Buch sind sie auch ein Sinnbild für ein erfülltes gesundes Leben.

Through vivid descriptions and expert insights, The Most Dangerous Plants in the United States of America (USA) equips you with the knowledge to recognize these dangerous plants, empowering you to navigate the natural world with heightened caution and awe. Explore the dark allure of toxic compounds, the historical significance of these plants, and the importance of respecting their potential hazards.

Trentasette milioni di anni fa, la rosa compare sulla terra. L'hanno rivelato i fossili ritrovati in Oregon e in Colorado confermandoci che in tempi preistorici crescevano specie diverse di rose, le stesse presenti ancora oggi nell'emisfero settentrionale. La storia del fiore, dalla sua genesi a tutto il Settecento, è un'introduzione al cuore del libro di Anna Peyron, che comincia con una data precisa: il 21 aprile 1799, quando Marie Joseph Rose Tascher de La Pagerie, nata in Martinica in una famiglia creola di coloni bianchi francesi, compra una tenuta circondata da un parco.

A cockroach can live for a week without its head, before dying of starvation? Slugs have four noses? So, if you thought that couldn't get more disgusting, now imagine them with a cold. The natural world is an amazing, compelling and funny place: a place where fact is always more staggering - and often funnier - than fiction. Based on BBC Radio 4's hit science and comedy series Nature Table, and with an introduction from the show's presenter, Sue Perkins, A Housefly Buzzes in the Key of F is a celebration of the astonishing everyday occurrences that happen right under our noses.

Dreaming with Heather takes you on a journey into the world of the plants. Through introducing concepts of active imagination, shamanic practices, and how to connect and dream with Plant Spirits (and what that means), this short book provides insight, encouragement, and practical application for you to discover or strengthen your relationship with the plant world in general and Heather in particular. Dreaming with Heather also shares some of the spiritual characteristics, healing properties, and folklore associated with Heather. You’ll even experience a guided dream or story to receive ...