Adult - EPPL Seed Library
The triumph of seeds : how grains, nuts, kernels, pulses, & pips, conquered the plant kingdom and shaped human history
by Thor Hanson

From his own back yard to the coffee plantations of the Amazon to the spice routes of Kerala, an award-winning conservation biologist presents a book filled with knowledge, adventure and wonder that explores the seeds all around us as both a natural phenomenon and a human one.
The month-by-month gardening guide : daily advice for growing flowers, vegetables, herbs & houseplants
by Franz Bèohmig

Sharing thousands of tasks and chores broken down for every week of the year, this must-have primer on what to do and when covers vegetables, herbs, flowers and houseplants, and is for both new and experienced gardeners alike. Original. 15,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Nature's best hope : a new approach to conservation that starts in your yard
by Douglas W. Tallamy

The best-selling author of Bringing Nature Home outlines practical next-step approaches to conservation, instructing homeowners on how to turn yards into supportive wildlife habitats that do not require government regulation. 30,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Seed:

Examines the efforts of people around the world to protect and nourish seeds
The rooftop growing guide : how to transform your roof into a vegetable garden or farm
by Annie Novak

A stylish, comprehensive guide for urban gardeners interested in using a roof space for growing food outlines the unique needs of rooftop gardens, providing sample crop plans and case studies to cover the essentials of rooftop garden maintenance and harvesting. Original.
Illinois gardener's guide
by James A. Fizzell

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Garden allies : the insects, birds, & other animals that keep your garden beautiful and thriving
by Frâedâerique Lavoipierre

An illustrated guide to the animals and insects that live in our yards and gardens and act as helpful friends by pollinating and keeping pests in check and includes information on welcoming and nurturing these creatures. Original. 10,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Starter vegetable gardens : 24 no-fail plans for small organic gardens
by Barbara Pleasant

Making organic vegetable gardening easy, fun and rewarding, this second edition presents detailed planting plans for 24 beginner-friendly gardens to fit any site, encouraging readers to start small, grow the food they love and expand their plant selection as their skills develop. Original. 15,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Miniature terrariums
by Fourwords

A charming guide is filled with ideas, tips and techniques for creating the perfect little Japanese garden, using repurposed glass containers, that will stay healthy and beautiful for many years to come.
The beginner's guide to starting a garden : 326 fast, easy, affordable ways to transform your yard one project at a time
by Sally Roth

Simplifying the garden design by showing aspiring gardeners how to tackle one small area at a time, a helpful resource provides garden plans for 10 unique areas that can be linked together over time to create a unified yard, plants that are dependable and easy to find and tips on how to avoid the most common planting mistakes. Original.
Teeny Tiny Gardening : 35 Step-by-Step Projects and Inspirational Ideas for Gardening in Tiny Spaces
by Emma Hardy

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The heirloom life gardener : the Baker Creek way of growing your own food easily and naturally
by Jere Gettle

The founder of the Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company offers a comprehensive guide to cultivating heirloom vegetables and provides a wealth of tips and techniques for planting, growing, harvesting and saving seeds, as well as instructions for canning and preserving.
The vegetable gardener's guide to permaculture : creating an edible ecosystem
by Christopher Shein

Offers information to gardeners of any skill level on how to create permaculture in their own backyard