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Oxford Garden Tools - 4 Piece Set

Oxford Garden Tools - 4 Piece Set

These English Style handtools are forged in the classic Cornwall design. The grip is a resilient lacquer-finished hard wood handle. The tines are hardened steel with a deep green enamel finish. There is a genuine brass joiner cap and a leather loop strap for easy hanging. The tools are virtually indestructible. They will handle all of your toughest balcony gardening projects. Set Includes Trowel, Cultivator, Weeder and Bulb Planter.


 

The Practical Guide to Container Gardening

The Practical Guide to Container Gardening

Gardening in containers offers boundless possibilities for cleverly decorating small areas indoors and out. Plus, container gardening is a manageable and fun way for anyone to garden. This inspiring and beautiful step-by-step book on the fastest growing category in gardening is a comprehensive reference to what containers work best for what plants, seasonal planting schemes, simple planting techniques, and plant maintenance. With this book, anyone can explore the joys of gardening, whether they live in a rural setting or a city apartment. Author: Susan Berry and Steve Bradley; 160 pages; 8.25"x 10.8" ; Paperback.


 

Simple Fountains

Simple Fountains

In this beautifully designed, inspiring book, Adkins reviews the types of materials you can use for your fountain - including wood, bamboo, ceramic, stone, and copper. She discusses accessories such as flowers, shells, bonsai trees, sculpture, and fish. And she recommends specific products that will make you happier with the finished product (small magnet-driven fountain pumps, for example, tend to be the quietest on the market). Even if you consider yourself "non-crafty," Adkin's can-do attitude will give you the confidence to build a beautiful fountain for any corner of your office, home, or garden. Available in hardcover and paperback. Author: Dorcas Adkins; 160 pages; 9.25"x 10."


 

Climbing Vine Copper Stake

Climbing Vine Copper Stake

What do you have at stake in your garden? Hopefully, its more than just your reputation for good gardening taste! Add to your legend with our Climbing Vine Copper Stake. Its so rare, that you will almost certainly be the only one on your block with such a unique statement of elegant simplicity. Excellent as a conversation piece, but even better as an understated accent to your garden or yard. Our garden stakes are handcrafted from high quality solid copper and they include two 1 diameter cobalt blue marbles and one 1 diameter clear marble with rainbow finish. Dimensions: 36" height x 14" width.


 

Butterfly Feeder

Butterfly Feeder

With this colorful Butterfly Feeder, butterflies on the go can get the same sweet treatment as their hummingbird friends! Mix together some nectar (easy recipe included), pour it into the Feeders reservoir, hang your feeder from a limb or set it on a flat surface, and wait for wild butterflies to arrive to drink from the colorful flowery wicks. Entomologist approved, this beautiful feeder will provide hours of enjoyment for the whole family. Complete instructions included. Ages 4 & up.


 

Flower Pot Painting Kit

Flower Pot Painting Kit

Turn the ordinary into extraordinary! Customize these two terra cotta pots with your own decorations. Kit includes two 3.5" terra cotta pots, non-toxic paints and a brush.


 

Cast Iron Plant Caddy - Round

Cast Iron Plant Caddy - Round

The beauty and practicality of this Cast Iron Plant Caddy will knock your socks off...and save your back! You'll be able to easily move heavy potted plants for housecleaning, as a space-saving technique for your next garden get together, or simply because you're in the mood for change. The Plant Caddy comes equipped with four discreet casters that glide over carpets or floors without marring or tipping, so don't hesitate to introduce your traditionally outdoor ficus or fern to the great indoors. The artful Caddy also makes a much-appreciated and long-cherished gift for any fan of large potted plants. Round Plant Caddy: 12" Diameter, .5" Base, 1.5" Wheel Height, 4.75 lbs with a weight capacity of 125 lbs. The Square caddy weights 5.6 lbs, also has a weight capacity of 125 lbs and is a 12" square.


 

Hooray It's Your Birthday!

Hooray It's Your Birthday!

Now $29.99, was $35.99

Bursting out from his hiding place within a vibrant, celebratory mug,


 

The City Gardener's Handbook

The City Gardener's Handbook

The problems and challenges facing gardeners in cities, suburban condos, or apartment complexes are unique, and Linda Yang has personally experienced every small-space gardening situation she writes about. Yang offers a wealth of practical advice on planning a garden that will be attractive all year long. Charts and lists supply information on the best city plants for flowers, foliage, and fragrance, as well as ground covers, small weeping trees and dwarf shrubs, soil mixes for containers, and practical mulches. The updated mail-order source list is an essential tool for gardeners who find it difficult to locate plants and supplies. Here is an invaluable resource for any gardener facing the challenge of growing plants where space is limited, whether in the dooryard of a suburban townhouse or on a mid-city rooftop. 336 pages; 7"x 9"; Paperback.


 

Just The Facts!

Just The Facts!

Now there is no need to go from one source to another to find the answers to your gardening questions and problems. Just the Facts! is the book for gardeners wanting essential information quickly -- from when to prune rhododendrons to how deep to plant bulbs. This easy-to-use reference is packed with dozens of important tables, charts, and lists, making it an invaluable tool for all gardeners. 224 pages; 11"x8.5"; Paperback.


 

The Feng Shui Garden

The Feng Shui Garden

This fascinating exploration of gardening in accordance with Feng Shui principles teaches readers how to create balanced outdoor spaces that positively influence health, wealth, and happiness. Four-color photography and illustrated garden plans of balanced windowboxes, roof gardens and terraces, plus garden paths, statuary, and outbuildings, are included. Author: Gill Hale; 128 pages; 7.6" x 10" ; Paperback.


 

Tabletop Gardens - Hardcover

Tabletop Gardens - Hardcover

From the Publisher: Outdoor gardens exert an irresistible magnetic force. Now you can bring the beauty and allure of the garden indoors with living tabletop arrangements. Through exquisite color photography, a dazzling array of creative ideas, easy step-by-step instructions, and all the practical advice you need, you'll learn how to enhance your home with indoor gardening projects. Innovative designs include plants and styling for all tastes, from brightly colored bulbs to subtle succulents, Victorian-inspired gardens under glass to Zenlike stone mosaics. Their elegance and drama connect you to the peace and vitality of the natural world, with its cycles of growth, while you're indoors. Tabletop Gardens shows you how to choose plants and flowers that will flourish indoors and how to integrate a garden with your decor, take advantage of space limitations, manipulate light, and select creative containers. You'll learn all the basics that ensure success -- watering, fertilizing, pruning, repotting, and propagating. Sumptuous photographs and clear instructions lead you through each project to stunning effect. Author: Rosemary McCreary, Sarah Dawson and Photography: William Holt Format: Hardcover, 168pp Pub. Date: October 2002 Publisher: Storey Books


 

Bonsai Survival Manual

Bonsai Survival Manual

This full-color manual takes the mystery out of bonsai with its straightforward, step-by-step, illustrated instructions for buying, siting, maintaining, and troubleshooting. Appropriate for both beginners and bonsai enthusiasts with at-a-glance profiles on 50 popular varieties. Author: Colin Lewis; 160 pages; 9.75" x 7.5"; Paperback.


 

Ladybug Hanging Pot Holder

Ladybug Hanging Pot Holder

In many cultures, the ladybug has been believed to bring good luck. ForEnglish farmers and French vintners the ladybug signals good weather. Createa little luck in your garden with this adorable ladybug potholder. Theplayful garden guardian's feet swing in the breeze. Not only will it delightyou, your guests, and your family, but the hand-painted, high quality metalwill last through the seasons either indoors or out. The ladybug holds potssix inches in diameter - dress up a terra cotta or a plastic pot, or let itaccentuate something more colorful. The pot holder measures 6" in diameterand hangs about 18" from 3 black cords. Terra Cotta pot not included.


 

Intelligent Plant Light

Intelligent Plant Light

Don't think you have room for grow lights and a humidifier for your plants? Think again. Winner of the Mailorder Gardening Association's 2000 Green Thumb award, this compact Intelligent Plant Light is the answer to all of your indoor gardening needs.

Plug the light in, and the 9 watt full spectrum fluorescent lamp turns on and off automatically, with daylength in cycle with the seasons. The telescoping stem adjusts to fit plants 7" to 14"tall. And unlike most fluorescent shop lights, this plant light has a built in moisture sensor that reminds you when it's time to water. Just insert the water sensor in the soil, and a flashing light lets you know when the soil is dry. The pebbled base holds a 5 1/2" pot, and serves as a combination catch basin/humidity tray to create the right moisture balance for your plant.

With the Intelligent Plant Light you can keep even the fussiest plants alive and thriving in any small space. Replacement bulbs available.


 

Glass Bird Feeder

Glass Bird Feeder

An attractive compliment to any tree, garden, or patio. These elegant birdfeeders are constructed of antique style glass with a copper plated feeding tray. The round shape and clear glass of these feeders allow birds to dine while keeping an eye out for predators. Birdseed not included. Product dimensions: 5"W x 11"H.


 

The Herb Gardener

The Herb Gardener

A delicate herb garden adds grace and style to your landscape and exciting flavor to your kitchen. Here are gardening tips on 75 herbs desirable for both cooking and crafts. Beautiful color photographs and easy-to-understand prose lead you through the seasons of an herbal garden. Author: Susan McClure; 240 pages; 8.4"x10"; Paperback.


 

Garden Stepping Stone Kit

Garden Stepping Stone Kit

A great project to do with the kids! This garden stepping stone kit allows kids to create fun and decorative art for the home or garden. This kit comes complete with mortar, glow stars, flat glass marbles, plastic crystals, glitter, craft gloves, template, mixing bag and instruction sheet. Complete stepping stone measures: 5.5L x 7.5W x 2.25H. Package dimensions: 8.75L x 7.5W x 2.25H.


 

Window Boxes

Window Boxes

Window Boxes is a one-of-a-kind handbook that combines container gardening with flower arranging so that you can create glorious mini-gardens for outside and inside your home. Window Boxes offers dozens of inventive, innovative ideas for window box gardens. Once thought possible during only the warm spring and summer months, the art of creating (and the pleasure of admiring) window boxes can now be enjoyed every month of the year. Author: James Cramer & Dean Johnson; 176 pages; 9" x 10"; Paperback. Available in January 2004.


 

Cat Hanging Pot Holder

Cat Hanging Pot Holder

This imaginative pot holder is a purr-fect gift for cat lovers and avid balcony gardeners alike, and will make a welcome addition to any living space that could use a little lightening up. Hanging planters draw the gaze upward, making small spaces seem bigger - this kitty will gain even more attention, as its playful paw swings in the wind toward the bobbing butterfly. The hand-painted hanging potholder is made of high quality metal


 

Deckscaping - Hardcover

Deckscaping - Hardcover

Use your deck more in every season. Barbara Ellis uses photos, drawings, and text as she sets out to improve the appearance and comfort of any needy deck. She suggests surfaces, lighting, plantings, and furniture - from simple to elaborate - and gives tips on maintenance. The main selection of Bookspan's Gardening Book Club and Country Homes & Gardens Book Club. Available in paperback and hardcover. 176 pages; 9.25" x 10."


 

Bugs, Slugs & Other Thugs

Bugs, Slugs & Other Thugs

Using environmentally sound solutions from folk remedies to the latest scientific discoveries, Rhonda Hart shows how to control the animals, bugs, birds, and other pests that want to take over you garden. 224 pages; 6"x9"; Paperback.


 

The Gardener's Guide To Plant Diseases

The Gardener's Guide To Plant Diseases

The antidote for the 50 most common plants diseases. What they look like, where they are found, what to do about them, and what will happen to the plant. The only organic plant disease reference guidebook available. Author: Barbara Pleasant; 192 pages; 6"x9"; Paperback.


 

Carnivorous Creations

Carnivorous Creations

Grow over ten varieties of meat-eating plants! Informative booklet explains how each plant devours their prey. Learn about and watch these fascinating plants grow from seed to supper. Deluxe mixture includes the Cobra Lily, Venus Fly Trap, Pitcher Plant, Trumpet Plant, and more. Each kit also includes: Carnivorous Seed Pack, Growing Dome, Swamp Rocks, Instructions and Information Sheet, 3 Carnivorous Photo Decals, 3 Bog Buddies,


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