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In straightforward language equally useful to the weekend gardener and the professional plantsman, this book discusses the advantages and disadvantages of virtually every tree species native to eastern North America north of the Gulf Coast and offers information on planting, care and range. ... Read more

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Offering expert advice for any size garden, this book features a wide range of design ideas, suggestions for planting and maintenance, projects, and specific details on working with materials and tools. "Highly recommended for every homeowner, novice or advanced."--The Star-Ledger. 2,000+ photos & illustrations.Amazon.com Review
First published in 1972 and recently updated, The PracticalGuide to Home Landscaping is as good as its title! This big bookis really the equivalent of four books in one. It includes "GoodIdeas for Your Garden," with hundreds of photographs from gardensof every size and variety; "Planning," which spells outstep-by-step instructions for planning the space needed for thenecessities and the luxuries, and how to get it all down on paper;"Planting," which explains how to choose the right plantsfor the job, covering all climate zones; and finally, a two-partsection on "Construction," with instructions on how to workwith basic materials, including wood, masonry, canvas, plastic panels,brick, and even soil. There's a list of 130 specific projects you cando yourself, including walkways, fences, raised planting boxes,storage ideas, and decorative accents of many kinds for thegarden. This large book is a gold mine of information, instructions,techniques, and ideas for both the beginner and the seasonedgardener. --Mark A. Hetts ... Read more

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Practical guide to home landscaping
Alot of information and ideas;didn't care for the black and white pictures.

Work, Work, Work
Tho an older book, the information is as true and up to date as one just off the press.Quite informative

Disappointing
This book is almost identical to previous editions of the book. Although, I have not reviewed every single page, the book appears almost identical, page for page, to a previous edition that I already own.I thought that this updated version would provide updated photos.Sadly, I am disappointed with this version.A book that advertizes itself as an update should have substantive changes that make it different than previous versions, this book is almost a copy of a very old issue that my grandfather owned. ... Read more

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Wow!
You can always tell a book that's been written by someone who knows what (s)he's talking about--and Edward Heddy obviously does. This is a fun, friendly, interesting read. It's a little like having a very helpful, very congenial expert mason by your side as you build. Full of tips only a professional could offer, this book is an invaluable resource for the DIYer. If you're interested in bricklaying and your can get your hands on this book, do!

Excellent guide for do it yourselfer
This is a good introduction to brick and masonry projects around the house. it was written by a retired masonry contractor in a very easy to read manner that inspires confidence. Highly recommended. ... Read more

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Produced to be the most comprehensive do-it-yourself book on successful landscaping.

Half how-to and half idea guide, this book will contain 240 pages with 400+ photos/illustrations.

Includes a visual encyclopedia of the most popular plants, shrubs, trees and flowers. ... Read more

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I'm an Idiot for buying this book
Did not tell me what I needed to know to pick plants for my yard.I found most of what I needed in Sunset's Western Garden Book (I'm in the western US).

The Complete Idiots Guide to Landscaping
This book is very informative and gives alot of ideas and information on how to landscape smaller areas.

Idiot's Guide to Landscaping Illustrated
This book is not at all what was expected for the price - all the pictures are black and white except for a very few color pages in the very center, which makes it almost impossible to help the reader identify plants, trees, shrubs, etc.All the black & white pictures blend so trying to distinguish what the publisher wanted the reader to focus on is extremely difficult.Might as well publish the book with only words and brief hand drawn illustrations.The reader still remains an "idiot" needing a guide to landscaping.

An excellent Guide!
Landscaping is a science as well as an art, but it doesn't mean you have to leave everything to the pros. "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Landscaping" by Joel M. Lerner gives you the essentials so that even if you decide to let professional landscapers dig up, rearrange, and decorate your yard, you can make sure they do exactly what you envisioned. With Lerner's tips and detailed information, you can get a handle on the science and art of your own personal outdoors.

What I appreciate most about Lerner's Guide to Landscaping is the abundance of photos, sketches, and graphics. The layman's language text is well illustrated, leaving very little room for confusion or misinterpretation. And I especially enjoy the headings word play, like "The Plat Thickens," "Rocks Rule!" "Turf's Up!" and "Bean There, Vine That."

Aside from the photos that graphically explain the text, the sidebars and tipboxes are strategically located to answer questions you may have about the topic. For example, the "Green Thumb Guides" offer fundamental information and details spiked with Lerner's personal preferences and suggestions. The "Poison Ivy" box gives warnings and expert cautions about things that are often overlooked or taken for granted. The "Roots and Stems" sidebar includes definitions and explanations of technical landscaping terms. There are also tipboxes on "Planting Ideas" and "Suggested Tools." And most important, at the end of each chapter is a "The Least You Need to Know" section - in-a-nutshell bullet-lists of basics for beginners and reminders for experts.

"The Complete Idiot's Guide to Landscaping" appeals to the amateur landscaper because it breaks down complex concepts into simplified schemes. I've always struggled with where to start in planning a decent garden. Lerner organized the whole process into chunks of manageable tasks, and through his book, I now know that I should enlist Mother Nature, study the terrain, and draw my dream garden in detail.

"The constructed environment makes half the aesthetic impact," Lerner said. "The rest happens with the plants and the change of seasons. This book is written to make sure your plantings meet the basic principles of design, offer 12-month interest, appeal to the senses, provide shade, give shelter, attract wildlife, and discourage unwanted visitors, among the numerous other valuable attributes plants provide."

Lerner's book will help you understand the basic principles of landscaping, spark your creativity with its countless site plans and layout ideas, and equip you with the know-how to create a stunning garden and an outdoor home you can be proud of all year round. - Ruby Bayan (www.OurSimpleJoys.com)

Leaving No Stone Unturned
Life is a garden, and it is clear that Lerner digs it. His book has turned me from an all thumbs gardener into a green thumb, confident landscape designer. I wish I could display before and after pictures of my property. Thanks Mr. Lerner for the best tutorial I have found on the topic of landscape design. ... Read more

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Get this comprehensive guide to the use of math in the Green Industry.

Designed for both students and practitioners in the Green Industry, this book offers full coverage of the calculations necessary to effectively, safely, and economically manage a Green Industry operation. The authors provide clear explanations of all relevant mathematical principles and cover calculations inherent in all aspects of the Green Industry, from determining area and volume, to the application of fertilizers, pesticides, and growth regulators, to preparing design and installation cost estimates. Coverage includes computations for:

• Landscape installation and maintenance.
• Greenhouse, nursery, and interior landscape operation.
• Parks and recreation maintenance.
• Turf management, including lawn care, sports turf, and sod production.
• Proper application of fertilizers, pesticides, and plant-growth regulators.
• Proper calibration of application equipment.

Additional features include multiple computations you can work through, appendices with units of measure and equivalents, and a table with conversion factors. ... Read more

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Easy to use, even for math phobic people :)
I'm terribly math-challenged/phobic and have a terrible time with "creative math", but this text has greatly eased my fears of calculating fertilizer amounts, etc.This is easy to read and to follow, using the model problems.Well worth the time invested in reading through from cover to cover. ... Read more

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The Next Best Thing...
I am a a big fan ofCultivating Sacred Spaces by Elizabeth Murray, so I was interested in her other books. Her calendars are lovely, but this book gave me the best gift of all....blueprints for cultivating my own sacred space! The graphics are wonderful and the text easy to follow. I read this bbok i the middle of winter and had the urge to use the snow plow so I could begin making an outdoor living space. You can't go wrong with this bbok. It is even a great wish book for apartment dwellers. BUY THIS BOOK! ... Read more

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Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), millions of dollars have been allocated to improve energy efficiency in building construction. ARRA's substantial federal investments in building and retrofitting are likely to become a major source of revenue for suppliers of "green" products and services: For example, under ARRA, the government has authorized $4.5 billion alone for "greening" federal buildings. Clearly, building and large-scale landscaping businesses that invest in sustainable practices are poised for great success-and with success comes the need to increase the workforce. Peterson's Green Careers in Building and Landscaping is your one-stop resource for entry into the burgeoning green building sector.

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1.Target markets: a.) environmentally conscious workers seeking careers in sustainable building and landscaping; b.) job seekers considering a career switch to sustainable building or landscaping; c.) skilled tradespeople and professionals seeking green jobs that do not require an advanced degree; d.) employees in building or landscaping industries hoping to advance as the field develops sustainable practices

2.Profiles of specific professional and skilled labor jobs in building and landscaping, with current data on work environments, career paths, earning potential, and education/licensure/training/certification requirements for each job

3.The latest on building and landscaping job trends and areas where jobs are most plentiful, with tips on where and how to search for jobs

4.Profiles of four- and two-year colleges that offer green programs of study, with data on degrees/programs available, costs and financial aid, admissions and application requirements, and green campus organizations and projects

5.Listings of union programs offering training/retraining for skilled workers

6.Review of government funding available for workplace training in building and landscaping ... Read more

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An invaluable source book for creating outdoor living spaces that incorporate natural materials and are low maintenance. ... Read more

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528 beautiful color photos detail 10 projects that are diverse in style and taste. Each incorporates recycled materials and principles of water efficiency. A valuable resource for homeowners, landscape designers, contractors, and architects, this idea book will help you transform your yard into a personal and ecologically responsible paradise. ... Read more

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Another Great Book from this Author
I really liked this book!For those of us who live in the Desert it's great to see what you can do.I loved the amazing photos!

Great book from this author again!
This is my second book from this author (bought "Outdoor spaces in Southwest" last year) I really love this new book! It has great photos and filled with tons of ideas. I like that he leans toward "Green Industry" He uses a lot of recycled and green products - I'm amazed! Great stuff!!!! If you like modern designs you will love this book.

Definitely check it out!

The Wrong Title
Did someone accidentally put the wrong title on this book?Maybe it should have been called "A Pictorial Guide to Concrete and Swimming Pools" because it is neither about sustainability nor landscaping.Concrete is hardscape (not landscape) and it isn't particularly sound from an environmental point of view to pave your yard.The general theory behind this book seems to be that if you pave your property you don't have to water it and if you put in a pool it uses less water than plants. Frankly someone missed the point here.It's like opening your new vegetarian cookbook to find 37 photographs of pot roast. ... Read more

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Decks are popular in North American landscapes because they serve as outdoor sanctuaries. They are in the back yard, where life is quiet and less hectic. The deck is the perfect place to read the Sunday paper, listen to a ballgame, or entertain when the weather's nice. But a large, flat expanse of deck isn't all that exciting. Often, decks look bare and uninviting and can take up valuable gardening space.

With DECKSCAPING, learn to landscape on and around your deck. Landscaping and planting techniques help create the feeling that the deck is surrounded by the garden while hiding the deck's unsightly undercarriage. Add structure and privacy to the deck by building a lattice-covered pergola and growing climbing vines on it for shade. Containers planted with flowers, herbs, or vegetables bring the garden, with its fragrances, butterflies, birds, and wildlife, right up onto the deck. Running low on space? Attach hanging baskets and planter boxes to the railing. What you plant around your deck is just as important as what you plant around your house.

In addition to teaching landscaping and planting techniques, DECKSCAPING provides decorating tips on furniture, ornaments, and water features that strengthen the link between indoor and outdoor rooms. Homeowners will also learn how to evaluate a deck, analyze its usefulness and effectiveness, and identify options to improve it so that it is comfortable, safe, and appealing. ... Read more

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Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2O2G2H16N53FW I hope that by doing a video review, I am giving others a better glimpse inside the book. This is an excellent book for anyone looking to create an outdoor space.

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landscaping ideas
I liked the book very much after checking out the same book from a library. It gave me an idea of how I wanted to redesign and renovate my patio garden.

A book for the unimaginative
A fair book - I suppose if you have no imagination - have never looked at another landscaping book - or a new to the concepts.Nothing new in here - so that's where I was disappointed.

Works for ALL budgets and here's why
I love to garden but I don't have a huge budget so I was delighted to discover this book, which covers topics I hadn't seen in similar books. Among other things, it includes:

Full color photos of all sorts of deck gardens, from evening gardens to container gardens, trellis gardens and more

Detailed tips on how to camouflage ugly (but usually inexpensive) containers, allowing readers to spend more on plants and less on containers. She provides instructions for numerous and easy "cover-ups" for those awful plastic pots. I love this!

Tips on planning deckside flower beds, choosing furniture and buying or making trellises and other supports are invaluable. This author knows her stuff and even includes plans for all sorts of items (I love the very easy copper trellis she includes)

She lists the plants by their common and horticultural names and includes photos of nearly every plant - in color.

Plans for the deck gardens are incorporated into the larger landscape theme (assuming you have one) so that your deck fits into your total garden design scheme, a very nice touch.

If you aren't a natural decorator, her chapter on "Decorating with Style" will save you time and frustration. Her examples are never tacky, always tasteful and accomplished with a minimum of time, effort and fuss. Again, something to love!

Finally, this book allows readers to simplify their deck gardening time, which means there should be more time to savor the results of your efforts. Who wouldn't love that?

Essential if you love your deck
There is so much room for change in a deck garden that an idea book is great to keep around. This is my favorite one. It's packed with ideas you may never have considered, like including ornamental grasses for their flowing texture, growing pretty peppers in pots, or fine-tuning your plant choices to attract butterflies. Practical matters like choosing furniture or using awnings is covered as well. If you have a deck or patio and you like to garden, you need this book. ... Read more

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Dated but useful
This book is definitely dated, but if you want to know everything about grass, this is the booklet for you. It's loaded with helpful information. ... Read more

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It's easy to make your outdoor living area a delight, even if it is small.This book shows you how to use plants and furnishings to create a variety of effects with ideas for more than 25 gardens -- including a butterfly garden and a miniature bird sanctuary -- to please every taste.

*How to create wonderful outdoor living areas in any space and every climate.

* Basics of garden design, plus guidelines for choosing and maintaining plants in containers.

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Intro to Landscaping by Ronald Biondo
This is a good reference book for one of my employees who is beginning to learn landscape design. ... Read more