Edition 8, December 2008

Flora's Plantfinder

Tony Rodd, Geoff Bryant - ABC Gardening

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This is a must have book for all gardeners, as it includes thousands of the world's most popular garden plants, divided into ten chapters. Stunning colour photographs will inspire gardeners. while informative plant selection tables and plant entries will help them choose the right plants for every garden situation.

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Encyclopedia of Australian Animals

Martyn Robinson

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Young Reed Encyclopedia of Australian Animals combines over 250 gorgeous photographs with informative, easy-to-read text and fun facts about Australia's unusual animals, where they live and what they do.
With a list of engaging activities to help young readers expand and consolidate their knowledge, this comprehensive collection will provide hours of educational and entertaining reading.

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Essential Bushfire Safety Tips

Joan Webster

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Bushfire authorities urge people to be ready for summer with a safety plan. This publication has everything you need to know to make your bushfire plan with confidence, providing accurate information in an accessible, clear way. In this condensed version of Joan Webster's acclaimed The Complete Bushfire Safety Book, over 2000 authenticated tips are listed, covering every known bushfire danger and safety factor.

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Field Guide to Olive Pests, Diseases and Disorders in Australia

Robert Spooner-Hart, Len Tesoriero, Barbara Hall

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This field guide summarises information on most of the possible pests, diseases and disorders. It is designed as a quick reference guide to take into the grove and use to identify pests and diseases and the damage they cause.
It is essentially a guide for recognition of damage and disorders in the field, thus it has only a brief description for each pest and disease. A list of currently registered and permitted chemicals for use on olives is provided in the pocket at the back of the publication.

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Hardy Succulents

Gwen Moore Kelaidis

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From agaves to ice plants, sedums to sempervivums, hardy succulents bring beauty, versatility, and intrigue to gardens in every hardiness zone. They are also hardworking, tenacious, and forgiving of the forgetful gardener. Discover the pleasures of succulent gardening with the thoughtful selection advice, step-by-step growing instructions, practical care tips, and useful design ideas collected in Hardy Succulents, the only book dedicated to establishing the low-fuss succulent far beyond its traditional desert setting.

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Integrated Pest Management for Crops and Pastures

Paul Horne & Jessica Page

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This publication describes in straightforward language what is required for farmers to successfully implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in cropping and grazing operations. It explains the differences between conventional pesticide-based controls and IPM, and demonstrates the advantages of IPM.
The book deals with the control methods: biological, cultural and chemical. The biological control agents discussed include both native and introduced species that attack pests. The chapter on chemical control describes the different ways chemicals can affect beneficial species.
The authors bring all the components of integrated pest management together and show farmers how to put their IPM plan into action.

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Low Maintenance Gardens

Caroline Tilston

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Some of the most wonderful, exciting and innovative, contemporary gardens are also incredibly low maintenance. These new designs rely on great structure and exciting materials. The author shows how to treat your garden as you would any other room in the house, designing, decorating, lighting and styling it. A world of possibilities is opening up for stunning gardens that also happen to require minimal care.

Illustrated with specially drawn garden plans
Packed with highly practical tips for quick-fix solutions
Includes in detail 10 beautiful gardens to inspire

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Orchid Basics

Brian & Sara Rittershausen

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There are no plants that surpass orchids in terms of their beauty and diversity. This comprehensive guide ensures that even the most nervous newcomer can grow them with confidence.

All the techniques needed to keep orchids in good shape.
Hints and tips on watering, feeding, lighting and temperature conditions.
Practical advice on propagation, hybridisation and caring for orchids in pots.

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Pony Play Games and Puzzles

Patrick Merrell and Helene Hovanec

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A beginning puzzle book for Ages 6 and up. 100 Mazes, Picture Puzzles, Jokes, Riddles, and Fun-Packed Activities and Games, all related to playful ponies!

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The Healthy Soil Handbook

An Earth Garden Publication

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The Healthy Soil Handbook will show you how successful organic gardeners all over Australia are feeding their families, bottling the excess, and giving away healthy foods to friends and families.
Learn the secrets of making your soil healthy, and nutrient-rich so you can produce bountiful harvest with minimum water and minimum effort.

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The Water-Wise Garden

Jeffrey Hodges

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Organic gardening guru Jeffrey Hodges explains how to make the most of our precious water resources to create and maintain a healthy, flourishing garden. This practical manual will help you:
- Understand the way plants use water and the way water is stored in the soil knowledge that will instantly transform your watering practices
- Create water-use zones to improve water efficiency
- Improve the water-holding content of your soil with compost and mulch
- Make the best use of recycled water, including rainwater and grey water

Also included:
- A list of water-wise plants suitable for Australian gardens
- Tips on managing pests and disease using organic methods
- A practical selection on preparing and planting a vegetable garden suitable for every budding urban gardener

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