Reviews of books, plant related and otherwise.
Yes, this is a fantasy novel. Yes, this is a plant blog. Yes, I will find a place where the two coincide to satisfy my love for a good story and my appreciation for plants. Right on page 425 our hero Kvothe is comparing the elusive Denna to a flower, as she is tired of receiving perfect red roses from her suitors, and wants to … Continue reading Book Review: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
This enlightening talk by Ivette Soler follows her newly published book, The Edible Front Yard. She is an engaging speaker and quite convinced me to plant some veggies (okay, I’ve been convinced for a long time, but now I have renewed interest and enthusiasm!) She pointed out that lawn is the largest irrigated crop in America, using resources without giving anything back. We spend millions … Continue reading NW Flower and Garden Show—Edible Front Yard
On the first page this book makes the questionable claim “these pages will teach you all you need to know to start your rose garden right”. All I need to know? All I ever need to know? All that is absolutely necessary to grow roses? It seems unbelievable, yet after reading this book, it may be true. At least I feel prepared with the … Continue reading Book Review—Growing Roses Organically by Barbara Wilde
Reading Plant This! Best Bets for Year-Round Gorgeous Gardens is like hanging out with an old friend. You talk about your favorite subject (plants!) but there’s also talk of history, poetry, people and places. There’s weather talk, humor and music (I enjoyed singing ‘Garrya Indiana’). Small in size, this book is only 6 1/2 by 8 inches. Easy to tote around, tuck into a bag … Continue reading Book Review: Plant This! by Ketzel Levine
The Cook and the Gardener, A Year of Recipes and Writings from the French Countryside is primarily a cookbook, but woven among the 632 pages of chopping and measuring, butter and salt are beautifully written words about a french country gardener and how he works and lives. Amanda Hesser is a cook living in France for a year and Monsieur Milbert the estate gardener. Through her … Continue reading Book Review: The Cook and the Gardener by Amanda Hesser
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