Provides detailed plant, pest and disease profiles for identification, selection, and management purposes relevant to horticulture, turf management and landscaping. A dictionary of common horticulture terms is also included.
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RHS Your Wellbeing Garden: How to Make Your Garden Good for You - Science, Design, Practice by Alistair Griffiths; Matthew KeightleyCovers design, plants, and the act of gardening. It explains why green spaces are good for you and shows how to use that knowledge to optimize your outdoor space.
The plants you grow and your garden layout can induce relaxation, boost your cardio system, and enhance mood. A well-planned space will neutralize pollution, mask noise, and reduce household energy and water consumption. And gardening itself can improve flexibility and fitness, counteract nature deficiency order, and promote happiness.
Call Number: 712.6 GRI (Glen Waverley, Moorabbin)
Biology and Integrated Management of Turfgrass Diseases by Gary W. Beehag; Nathan R. Walker; Percy T. .W. Wong; Jyri KaaproAddresses the identification, biology and integrated management of both common turfgrass diseases and newly emergent diseases. It includes the common and lesser-known turfgrass species, their surrounding environment and the range of beneficial and pathogenic microbes which in combination explain why disease occurs. For disease identification purposes, fungal diseases are arranged according to their predominantly cool season and warm season occurrence. Turfgrass bacterial and viral diseases, and plant parasitic nematodes are also covered.
Wildlife of Victoria's South-West: A Guide to the Grampians-Gariwerd, Volcanic Plains, Melbourne and Surrounds by Jules Farquhar; Grant PalmerA comprehensive photographic field guide to the region's wildlife, covering all the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs, both on land and in the coastal marine environment. Each of the 432 taxa profiles includes detailed information on identification, range, conservation status, habitat, and ecology, and the local Aboriginal name for the species when known. An outstanding colour image and regional distribution map is also included for each species. Additional information is provided on habitat types, conservation and management of wildlife, as well as 19 places in the region to visit and view wildlife.