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Everyone's guide to using the power of science to produce healthier and tastier fruits and vegetables From garden to fork, Food Science for Gardeners is everyone's guide to optimizing the quality of garden produce and preparing the most delicious and nutritious food possible. Beginning with a high-level overview of food quality and nutrient density, this invaluable resource then takes a deep, but accessible, dive into: The essential nutrient groups as well as phytonutrients and their anti-oxidant properties Factors affecting food safety such as pesticides, microplastics, bacteria, and other forms of chemical and biological contamination The pros and cons of a host of approaches to food storage and preservation, as well as an extensive variety of cooking methods Gardening techniques for growing nutritious food A complete section dedicated to the best growing methods for common fruits and vegetables. Whether you're a home gardener, local food enthusiast, or small-scale farmer, Food Science for Gardeners demystifies the science of food, enabling you to put the best quality vegetables and fruits on your plate.1. Introduction Why Do We Eat? What Is Food Quality? Do Gardeners Produce High Quality Food? Gardeners Affect Quality The History of Food Science 2. Understanding Nutrition Human Nutrients vs Plant Nutrients Nutrients vs Calories Nutrients in Food Factors Affecting Nutrients Nutrition Myths 3. Food Safety— Chemicals Chemical Toxicity Pesticides Heavy Metals Food Safe Plastics Safe Material for Raised Beds Microplastics Growing Food Near Toxic Plants Allelopathy GMO Food Allergies and Sensitivities 4. Food Safety— Biological The Microbes Among Us What Is a Foodborne Illness How Microbes Grow Detecting a Problem Buying Food Food Safety Myths Final Thoughts 5. Nutrient Density Measuring Nutrient Densit Factors Affecting Nutrient Density What Does Science Know About Growing Nutrient-Dense Food? Factors Affecting Nutrients 6. The Flavor of Food Nutrition and Flavor Why Does Grocery Store Produce Taste Bland? Sweetness vs Acidity Factors Affecting Flavor 7. Growing Great Food Selecting the Right Cultivar Importance of Days to Maturity Heirlooms vs Hybrids Is Organic Food Better? Fresh Is Best 8. Handling and Storing Food Washing Hands and Produce Food Storage 9. Preserving Food Preserving Techniques Methods for Preserving Food 10. Cooking Food Why Do We Cook Food? How Does Cooking Affect Flavor? How Does Cooking Affect Nutrition? Cooking Creates Undesirable Compounds Food That Needs Cooking Cooking Myths Cooking Methods 11. Growing and Serving Quality Food Beans, Green (Snap Beans) Cucumbers Garlic Lettuce Onion Peas Radish Raspberries Strawberries Tomato Zucchini Notes Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers
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Food Science for Gardeners

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Everyone's guide to using the power of science to produce healthier and tastier fruits and vegetables From garden to fork, Food Science for Gardeners is everyone's guide to optimizing the quality of garden produce and preparing the most delicious and nutritious food possible. Beginning with a high-level overview of food quality and nutrient density, this invaluable resource then takes a deep, but accessible, dive into: The essential nutrient groups as well as phytonutrients and their anti-oxidant properties Factors affecting food safety such as pesticides, microplastics, bacteria, and other forms of chemical and biological contamination The pros and cons of a host of approaches to food storage and preservation, as well as an extensive variety of cooking methods Gardening techniques for growing nutritious food A complete section dedicated to the best growing methods for common fruits and vegetables. Whether you're a home gardener, local food enthusiast, or small-scale farmer, Food Science for Gardeners demystifies the science of food, enabling you to put the best quality vegetables and fruits on your plate. AWARDS WINNER | 2025 International Book Awards: Home & Garden 1. Introduction Why Do We Eat? What Is Food Quality? Do Gardeners Produce High Quality Food? Gardeners Affect Quality The History of Food Science 2. Understanding Nutrition Human Nutrients vs Plant Nutrients Nutrients vs Calories Nutrients in Food Factors Affecting Nutrients Nutrition Myths 3. Food Safety— Chemicals Chemical Toxicity Pesticides Heavy Metals Food Safe Plastics Safe Material for Raised Beds Microplastics Growing Food Near Toxic Plants Allelopathy GMO Food Allergies and Sensitivities 4. Food Safety— Biological The Microbes Among Us What Is a Foodborne Illness How Microbes Grow Detecting a Problem Buying Food Food Safety Myths Final Thoughts 5. Nutrient Density Measuring Nutrient Densit Factors Affecting Nutrient Density What Does Science Know About Growing Nutrient-Dense Food? Factors Affecting Nutrients 6. The Flavor of Food Nutrition and Flavor Why Does Grocery Store Produce Taste Bland? Sweetness vs Acidity Factors Affecting Flavor 7. Growing Great Food Selecting the Right Cultivar Importance of Days to Maturity Heirlooms vs Hybrids Is Organic Food Better? Fresh Is Best 8. Handling and Storing Food Washing Hands and Produce Food Storage 9. Preserving Food Preserving Techniques Methods for Preserving Food 10. Cooking Food Why Do We Cook Food? How Does Cooking Affect Flavor? How Does Cooking Affect Nutrition? Cooking Creates Undesirable Compounds Food That Needs Cooking Cooking Myths Cooking Methods 11. Growing and Serving Quality Food Beans, Green (Snap Beans) Cucumbers Garlic Lettuce Onion Peas Radish Raspberries Strawberries Tomato Zucchini Notes Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers
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Plant Science for Gardeners

Robert Pavlis

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Understand how plants actually work to become a more successful, confident gardener. Science-based guide explains plant biology in practical terms, enabling gardeners to make informed decisions about watering, fertilizing, pruning, and troubleshooting based on how plants actually function. Why Plant Science Knowledge Multiplies Garden Success: When you understand what plants need and why, every garden decision becomes logical rather than guesswork. This knowledge prevents costly mistakes and maximizes plant health and productivity. What You'll Understand: Plant nutrition fundamentals for providing exactly what plants need, when they need it Water management science that prevents both drought stress and root rot Photosynthesis optimization through proper light management and leaf care Growth regulation through pruning, training, and environmental manipulation Stress identification and response for healthier, more resilient plants Practical Garden Applications: Gardeners with plant science knowledge report fewer plant losses, better harvests, and greater confidence in trying new plants and techniques. Garden smarter, not harder, through scientific understanding. Essential for gardeners ready to move beyond following rules to understanding principles.Introduction    Introduction to Plant Science    Organization of the Book    Terms Used in This Book 1. Plant Basics    Cells    Xylem and Phloem    Photosynthesis    Plant Myth: Plants Raise the Oxygen Level in Homes    ATP and the Energy Cycle    Respiration    Meristematic Cells    Classification of Plants 2. Roots    Root Basics    Types of Roots    Plant Myth: Feeder Roots Are Located Under the Dripline    Effect of Gravity    Cut Roots and Side Roots    Plant Myth: Circulating Roots Continue to Circulate    Conditions That Affect Root Growth    Plant Myth: Transplant Solutions Grow Better Roots    Root Growth in Winter    Absorption of Water and Nutrients    Plant Myth: Is Soil pH Important?    Roots and Microbes    Plant Myth: Purchased Mycorrhizal Fungi Are Good for Plants    Plant Myth: Roots Grow Towards Water    The Rhizosphere 3. Stems    The Outer Structure of Stems    Internal Structure of Stems    Trichomes    Buds    How Stems Grow    The Importance of Photosynthesis    Underground Stems    Plant Myth: Plant Bulbs after the Ground Is Frozen    Plant Myth: Bearded Iris Should Be Planted with Rhizome Showing 4. Leaves    Leaf Structure    How Sun Affects Leaves    Why Are Some Leaves Red?    Plant Myth: Evergreen Needles and Oak Leaves Are Acidic    Functionality of Damaged Leaves    Natural Pesticides    Signaling Between Plants    Pest-Proof Leaves    Water Stress and Wilting Leaves    Leaf Abscission    Variegated Leaves 5. Flowers    Parts of a Flower    Pollination    What Causes Flowering?    Why Do Plants Not Flower?    Plant Myth: High Phosphate Grows More Blooms    Tough Love for Plants    Attracting Pollinators    Enjoy the Bracts    Dioecious and Monoecious Plants 6. Fruits and Seeds    What Is a Fruit?    The Importance of Fruit    Different Types of Fruits    Fruit Development    Seed Development    Suckering Tomato Plants    Seeds from Non-Flowering Plants    Soil Seed Bank 7. The Whole Plant    Life Cycle of Plants    Plant Dormancy    Movement of Water    Movement of Nutrients    Plant Myth: Leaves Can Be Used to ID Nutrient Deficiencies    Movement of Sugars    Seasonal Sharing of Resources    Overcoming Physical Damage    How Do Plants Get Taller?    Following the Sun    How Light Affects Plant Growth    Gravity 8. Woody Plants    What Are Woody Plants?    Structure of Woody Stems    Where Does Wood Come From?    Plant Myth: Newly Planted Trees Need to Be Staked    Storage of Sugars    Taproots vs. Fibrous Roots    Composition of Wood    Apical Dominance    Healing Damage    Plant Myth: Damage on Trees Should Be Painted    Conifers 9. Environmental Factors    Garden Hardiness Zones    Dealing with Cold    Protecting Plants from Cold    Dealing with Heat    Dealing with Water Extremes    Adaptability of Plants    How Climate Change Affects Gardens 10. Growing from Seeds    When Is Seed Mature?    The Seed Germination Process    The Mysterious Cotyledons    Why Do Seeds Stay Dormant?    Breaking Dormancy    Plant Myth: Seeds Can Have Double Dormancy    Seed Storage    Best Method for Starting Seeds Indoors 11. Selecting Seeds    Basic Genetics    Hybrids vs. Heirlooms    GMO Seeds    Days to Maturity    Buying Unusual Seeds 12. Vegetative Reproduction    Natural Vegetative Reproduction    Rooted Stems and Leaves    Artificial Vegetative Reproduction    Plant Myth: Homemade Rooting Hormones Work Well    Grafting 13. Plant Names    Why Use Botanical Names?    Naming Conventions    The Proper Way to Name Your Plants Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers
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Plant Science for Gardeners

Robert Pavlis

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Co-op available Galleys available: Long lead, trade publications, and sales reps Digital Galley on Edelweiss National advertising Amazon, Google, Facebook, Mother Earth News , Hobby Farm National print campaign Mother Earth News , Hobby Farm , Acres USA , Growing for Market , Permaculture Design Magazine , American Gardener , Growers & Co . Online/social media campaign Facebook Live event and giveaway with author Outreach to horticultural societies, gardening and homesteading organizations, groups, and websites. Live forum on Permies.com Promotion on New Society Publishers social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, our blog, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube Promotion via authors YouTube channel Promotion on podcasts focused on gardening Support author during in-person and virtual events/workshops General eBook marketing plans eBook will be available at the same time as print publication to maximize sales eBook ISBN will be included on all press materials, author and publisher websites, and whenever print ISBN is listed publisher and author will be promoting both e and p through social media Planned vendor or price promotions where appropriate Excerpts in Mother Earth News , Hobby Farm , Acres USA , Growing for Market , America Gardener , Savvy Gardening Promotion through the author's website: http://www.GardenMyths.com Bookseller/Library promotions promotion via ALA Author of 4 previous gardening books including Building Natural Ponds which has sold over 4,600 copies and Soil Science for Gardeners which has sold 7,000 copies This book is the second in a micro-series of similar books which will be published by this author over the next 18 months on gardening topics Author has been gardening for 40 years and owns a 6-acre botanical garden with over 3,000 varieties of plants Author's Facebook page, Garden Fundamentals , has a large following of 9.5 thousand Author's YouTube channel has 44.4 K subscribers and will be used to promote the book with a series of videos Author's blog, Garden Myths , has over 14,000 visitors 60 virtual events in 2021 Well-known lecturer and speaker to Master Gardener groups, horticultural societies, orchid societies, and garden shows The definite science-based guide to growing plants for gardeners, market gardeners and small-scale farmers Differs from other gardening books because it uses a science-based approach to examine plant biology and relate it to common gardening techniques it improves the gardener's ability to analyse a problem situation and find the best solution it explains the science behind planting, watering, fertilizing, caring for, and harvesting plants. Introduction    Introduction to Plant Science    Organization of the Book    Terms Used in This Book 1. Plant Basics    Cells    Xylem and Phloem    Photosynthesis    Plant Myth: Plants Raise the Oxygen Level in Homes    ATP and the Energy Cycle    Respiration    Meristematic Cells    Classification of Plants 2. Roots    Root Basics    Types of Roots    Plant Myth: Feeder Roots Are Located Under the Dripline    Effect of Gravity    Cut Roots and Side Roots    Plant Myth: Circulating Roots Continue to Circulate    Conditions That Affect Root Growth    Plant Myth: Transplant Solutions Grow Better Roots    Root Growth in Winter    Absorption of Water and Nutrients    Plant Myth: Is Soil pH Important?    Roots and Microbes    Plant Myth: Purchased Mycorrhizal Fungi Are Good for Plants    Plant Myth: Roots Grow Towards Water    The Rhizosphere 3. Stems    The Outer Structure of Stems    Internal Structure of Stems    Trichomes    Buds    How Stems Grow    The Importance of Photosynthesis    Underground Stems    Plant Myth: Plant Bulbs after the Ground Is Frozen    Plant Myth: Bearded Iris Should Be Planted with Rhizome Showing 4. Leaves    Leaf Structure    How Sun Affects Leaves    Why Are Some Leaves Red?    Plant Myth: Evergreen Needles and Oak Leaves Are Acidic    Functionality of Damaged Leaves    Natural Pesticides    Signaling Between Plants    Pest-Proof Leaves    Water Stress and Wilting Leaves    Leaf Abscission    Variegated Leaves 5. Flowers    Parts of a Flower    Pollination    What Causes Flowering?    Why Do Plants Not Flower?    Plant Myth: High Phosphate Grows More Blooms    Tough Love for Plants    Attracting Pollinators    Enjoy the Bracts    Dioecious and Monoecious Plants 6. Fruits and Seeds    What Is a Fruit?    The Importance of Fruit    Different Types of Fruits    Fruit Development    Seed Development    Suckering Tomato Plants    Seeds from Non-Flowering Plants    Soil Seed Bank 7. The Whole Plant    Life Cycle of Plants    Plant Dormancy    Movement of Water    Movement of Nutrients    Plant Myth: Leaves Can Be Used to ID Nutrient Deficiencies    Movement of Sugars    Seasonal Sharing of Resources    Overcoming Physical Damage    How Do Plants Get Taller?    Following the Sun    How Light Affects Plant Growth    Gravity 8. Woody Plants    What Are Woody Plants?    Structure of Woody Stems    Where Does Wood Come From?    Plant Myth: Newly Planted Trees Need to Be Staked    Storage of Sugars    Taproots vs. Fibrous Roots    Composition of Wood    Apical Dominance    Healing Damage    Plant Myth: Damage on Trees Should Be Painted    Conifers 9. Environmental Factors    Garden Hardiness Zones    Dealing with Cold    Protecting Plants from Cold    Dealing with Heat    Dealing with Water Extremes    Adaptability of Plants    How Climate Change Affects Gardens 10. Growing from Seeds    When Is Seed Mature?    The Seed Germination Process    The Mysterious Cotyledons    Why Do Seeds Stay Dormant?    Breaking Dormancy    Plant Myth: Seeds Can Have Double Dormancy    Seed Storage    Best Method for Starting Seeds Indoors 11. Selecting Seeds    Basic Genetics    Hybrids vs. Heirlooms    GMO Seeds    Days to Maturity    Buying Unusual Seeds 12. Vegetative Reproduction    Natural Vegetative Reproduction    Rooted Stems and Leaves    Artificial Vegetative Reproduction    Plant Myth: Homemade Rooting Hormones Work Well    Grafting 13. Plant Names    Why Use Botanical Names?    Naming Conventions    The Proper Way to Name Your Plants Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers
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Microbe Science for Gardeners

Robert Pavlis

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Useful and practical gardening advice. –Jeff Lowenfels, author, the Teaming Series and DIY Autoflowering Cannabis Microscopic organisms are as important to plant growth as water and light. Microbe Science for Gardeners highlights the essential role of microbes in plant biosystems and soil health, providing practical how-to gardening advice for enhancing plant microbiomes, and debunking common gardening myths. Going beyond soil biology to examine the crucial role of microorganisms in cultivating a productive garden, this accessible guide covers: The interrelationships in microbe populations and between microbes and plants Understanding microbes such as bacteria, yeast, mycorrhizal fungi, and protozoa, both in the rhizosphere and above ground How common practices such as tilling, crop rotation, and mulching affect the microbe community How the savvy gardener can encourage beneficial microorganisms while discouraging those that cause disease or other undesirable effects An objective analysis of popularized practices such as controlling fungal-to- bacterial ratios and applying biostimulants, compost tea, or plant probiotics Prevention and cures for dozens of bacterial, viral, and fungal plant diseases. Whether you're a home gardener, market gardener, or micro-farmer, Microbe Science for Gardeners will help you leverage the incredible power of the mighty microbe to grow healthy, strong, thriving plants.1. Introduction Why Learn About Microbes? Terms Used in This Book 2. The World Under a Microscope Microbes by the Numbers Microbes Are Important to Plants Microbes Can Harm Plants Gardeners Affect Microbes How Do Microbes Move Around? How Much Do We Really Know? 3. Bacteria How Do Bacteria Eat? Where Do Bacteria Live? Life Cycle of Bacteria Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria 4. Fungi What do Fungi Eat? Where Do Fungi Live? Life Cycle of Fungi Pathogenic Fungi Mycorrhizal Fungi 5. Yeast Life Cycle of Yeast Yeast-Plant Interactions Yeast in Hellebore Nectar Yeast Creates Alcoholics Yeast on Leaves Yeast in Soil A Bioindicator of Air Quality A Possible Solution to Plastic Pollution 6. Nematodes 7. Protozoa Life Cycle of Protozoa Nutrient Cycling Protozoa-Plant Interactions Plant Diseases 8. Viruses Viruses in Soil Life Cycle of a Virus The Spread of Viruses Virus Infection of Microbes Virus Infection of Plants Rapid Mutation Beneficial Interaction with Plants 9. More Microbes Archaea Actinomycetes Cyanobacteria Algae 10. Microbe Communities Microbe Communities and Microbiomes Signaling Between Microbes Microbes Attack Microbes Mycorrhizal Interactions Lichens 11. Plants Love Microbes Nutrient Availability The Phyllosphere Rhizosphere Rhizophagy Cycle Seed Microbiome 12. Manipulating Microbes Fungal-to-Bacterial Ratio Effect of Agriculture Biodiversity 13. Bioinoculants for the Garden Bioinoculants for Seeds Bioinoculants as a Foliar Spray Bioinoculants for Soil Microbes Are No Longer Living Should Gardeners Use Commercial Bioinoculants? Compost Tea 14. Pathogens You Suspect a Disease—What Now? List of Plant Diseases Fighting Plant Diseases Commercial Pesticides Human Diseases Endnotes Index About the Author Also by the Author About New Society Publishers
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Compost Science for Gardeners

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Create your own compost and grow better plants. With breathtaking clarity, Compost Science for Gardeners demystifies composting practices and helps readers determine the best technique for their unique situation. This comprehensive science-based book is your key to building healthier soil and growing better plants. Using plain language and easy-to-follow instructions, this essential resource distills and blends the latest scientific research with the author's many decades of knowledge and experience into manageable form, debunking a host of common gardening myths along the way. Learn about: The role of composting in the ecological cycle Compostable materials to incorporate and those to avoid Browns and greens vs the carbon-to-nitrogen ratio The full range of composting methods, including cold and hot composting; composting in piles, bins, and tumblers; and pit and trench composting Keyhole gardening, food digesters, vermicomposting, bokashi, eco-enzyme fermentation, and more The relative merits and impact on the environment of each composting technique Using finished compost to improve soil health Anyone can compost. Whether you are a balcony or backyard gardener, market gardener, small-scale farmer, or homesteader, or even if you are simply looking for a way to keep organic matter out of the landfill, this book will show you how to do it simply, safely, and sensibly.1. Introduction What Is Compost? Why Should Everyone Compost Myths About Composting Definitions 2. The Role of Compost in Soil Benefits of Composting The Microorganism Myth What Is Soil Health? What Is Soil? Plant Nutrients Tilling Mulching 3. The Science of Composting The Reality of Composting The Hot Composting Process Understanding Microbes The Role of Macroorganisms What Role Do Worms Play? Heat Kills Pathogens Heat Kills Weed Seeds How Long Does It Take? The Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio Cold vs Medium vs Hot Chemical Properties of Compost Loss of Plant Nutrients Humus When Is Compost Ready? 4. Compostable Material Good Composting Material Controversial Composting Material Bad Composting Material 5. Managing the Composting Process Location Storing Input Ingredients Air Water Turning Shred Input Material The Curing Stage Using Activators Nitrogen Sources Winter Time Two Is Better than One Speeding Up the Process Keep Animals Out Keep Out Insects Troubleshooting Selecting the Right Composting System 6. Piles, Bins, and Tumblers Simple Piles Bins and Boxes Wire Cage Plastic Garden Composter Tumblers and Rotating Drums (Barrels) Food Waste Digester Windrow Composting Sheet Composting 7. Easy Composting Cut and Drop Method Leaf Mold Pit and Trench Composting Keyhole Composting Electric Composters (Food Digesters) 8. Vermicomposting Understanding Worms What Is Vermicompost? Selecting the Right Worms Worm Bins Worm Food Bedding Material Caring for Your Pets Troubleshooting Harvest Castings Using Vermicompost Vermicompost Tea Is Vermicompost Special? 9. Bokashi Composting The Fermentation Process Fermentation vs Composting The Bokashi Method The Power of Effective Microbes (EM) Brew Your Own EM Microbes Making Bokashi Bran Using Bokashi Leachate (Tea) Using Bokashi Ferment Soil Factory Using Bokashi Ferment Pros and Cons of Bokashi 10. Eco-enzyme (Garbage Enzymes) What is Eco-enzyme? Making Eco-enzyme Using Eco-enzyme Tea Using Eco-enzyme Ferment 11. Buying Compost Municipal Compost Biosolids (Sewage Sludge) Mushroom Compost 12. Compost Tea Types of Compost Claimed Benefits of Compost Tea What Does the Science Say 13. Selecting the Best Composting Method Environmental Concerns Mixing Composting Methods 14. Using Compost When Is Compost Finished? Should You Sift Compost? Mulching vs Burying Beware of High Carbon Compost Is Compost Safe for Vegetables? Amending Potting Soil Can You Use Too Much Compost? Storing Compost When Is the Best Time to Use Compost? Can Compost Make You Sick? Epilogue: Beware of Garden Myths Endnotes Index About the Author Also by the Author About New Society Publishers
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Plant Science for Gardeners

Robert Pavlis

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Co-op available Galleys available: Long lead, trade publications, and sales reps Digital Galley on Edelweiss National advertising Amazon, Google, Facebook, Mother Earth News, Hobby Farm National print campaign Mother Earth News, Hobby Farm, Acres USA, Growing for Market, Permaculture Design Magazine, American Gardener, Growers & Co. Online/social media campaign Facebook Live event and giveaway with author Outreach to horticultural societies, gardening and homesteading organizations, groups, and websites. Live forum on Permies.com Promotion on New Society Publishers social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, our blog, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube Promotion via authors YouTube channel Promotion on podcasts focused on gardening Support author during in-person and virtual events/workshops General eBook marketing plans eBook will be available at the same time as print publication to maximize sales eBook ISBN will be included on all press materials, author and publisher websites, and whenever print ISBN is listed publisher and author will be promoting both e and p through social media Planned vendor or price promotions where appropriate Excerpts in Mother Earth News, Hobby Farm, Acres USA, Growing for Market, America Gardener, Savvy Gardening Promotion through the author's website: http://www.GardenMyths.com Bookseller/Library promotions promotion via ALA Author of 4 previous gardening books including Building Natural Ponds which has sold over 4,600 copies and Soil Science for Gardeners which has sold 7,000 copies This book is the second in a micro-series of similar books which will be published by this author over the next 18 months on gardening topics Author has been gardening for 40 years and owns a 6-acre botanical garden with over 3,000 varieties of plants Author's Facebook page, Garden Fundamentals, has a large following of 9.5 thousand Author's YouTube channel has 44.4 K subscribers and will be used to promote the book with a series of videos Author's blog, Garden Myths, has over 14,000 visitors 60 virtual events in 2021 Well-known lecturer and speaker to Master Gardener groups, horticultural societies, orchid societies, and garden shows The definite science-based guide to growing plants for gardeners, market gardeners and small-scale farmers Differs from other gardening books because it uses a science-based approach to examine plant biology and relate it to common gardening techniques it improves the gardener's ability to analyse a problem situation and find the best solution it explains the science behind planting, watering, fertilizing, caring for, and harvesting plants. A little plant science grows a long way Plant Science for Gardeners empowers growers to analyze common problems, find solutions, and make better decisions in the garden for optimal plant health and productivity. Most gardeners learn by accumulating rules – water once a week, never dry out snowdrop bulbs, prune lilacs after flowering, plant garlic in October—the list is endless. Rules take years to learn and yet leave you floundering when the unexpected strikes and plants look unhealthy, produce poorly, or die. There is a better way. By understanding the basic biology of how plants grow, you can become a thinking gardener with the confidence to problem solve for optimized plant health and productivity. Learn the science and ditch the rules! Coverage includes: The biology of roots, stems, leaves, and flowers Understanding how plants function as whole organisms The role of nutrients and inputs Vegetables, flowers, grasses, and trees and shrubs Propagation and genetics Sidebars that explode common gardening myths Tips for evaluating plant problems and finding solutions. Whether you're a home gardener, micro-farmer, market gardener, or homesteader, this entertaining and accessible guide shortens the learning curve and gives you the knowledge to succeed no matter where you live. AWARDS SILVER (tie) | 2023 IPPY Awards: Science Introduction    Introduction to Plant Science    Organization of the Book    Terms Used in This Book 1. Plant Basics    Cells    Xylem and Phloem    Photosynthesis    Plant Myth: Plants Raise the Oxygen Level in Homes    ATP and the Energy Cycle    Respiration    Meristematic Cells    Classification of Plants 2. Roots    Root Basics    Types of Roots    Plant Myth: Feeder Roots Are Located Under the Dripline    Effect of Gravity    Cut Roots and Side Roots    Plant Myth: Circulating Roots Continue to Circulate    Conditions That Affect Root Growth    Plant Myth: Transplant Solutions Grow Better Roots    Root Growth in Winter    Absorption of Water and Nutrients    Plant Myth: Is Soil pH Important?    Roots and Microbes    Plant Myth: Purchased Mycorrhizal Fungi Are Good for Plants    Plant Myth: Roots Grow Towards Water    The Rhizosphere 3. Stems    The Outer Structure of Stems    Internal Structure of Stems    Trichomes    Buds    How Stems Grow    The Importance of Photosynthesis    Underground Stems    Plant Myth: Plant Bulbs after the Ground Is Frozen    Plant Myth: Bearded Iris Should Be Planted with Rhizome Showing 4. Leaves    Leaf Structure    How Sun Affects Leaves    Why Are Some Leaves Red?    Plant Myth: Evergreen Needles and Oak Leaves Are Acidic    Functionality of Damaged Leaves    Natural Pesticides    Signaling Between Plants    Pest-Proof Leaves    Water Stress and Wilting Leaves    Leaf Abscission    Variegated Leaves 5. Flowers    Parts of a Flower    Pollination    What Causes Flowering?    Why Do Plants Not Flower?    Plant Myth: High Phosphate Grows More Blooms    Tough Love for Plants    Attracting Pollinators    Enjoy the Bracts    Dioecious and Monoecious Plants 6. Fruits and Seeds    What Is a Fruit?    The Importance of Fruit    Different Types of Fruits    Fruit Development    Seed Development    Suckering Tomato Plants    Seeds from Non-Flowering Plants    Soil Seed Bank 7. The Whole Plant    Life Cycle of Plants    Plant Dormancy    Movement of Water    Movement of Nutrients    Plant Myth: Leaves Can Be Used to ID Nutrient Deficiencies    Movement of Sugars    Seasonal Sharing of Resources    Overcoming Physical Damage    How Do Plants Get Taller?    Following the Sun    How Light Affects Plant Growth    Gravity 8. Woody Plants    What Are Woody Plants?    Structure of Woody Stems    Where Does Wood Come From?    Plant Myth: Newly Planted Trees Need to Be Staked    Storage of Sugars    Taproots vs. Fibrous Roots    Composition of Wood    Apical Dominance    Healing Damage    Plant Myth: Damage on Trees Should Be Painted    Conifers 9. Environmental Factors    Garden Hardiness Zones    Dealing with Cold    Protecting Plants from Cold    Dealing with Heat    Dealing with Water Extremes    Adaptability of Plants    How Climate Change Affects Gardens 10. Growing from Seeds    When Is Seed Mature?    The Seed Germination Process    The Mysterious Cotyledons    Why Do Seeds Stay Dormant?    Breaking Dormancy    Plant Myth: Seeds Can Have Double Dormancy    Seed Storage    Best Method for Starting Seeds Indoors 11. Selecting Seeds    Basic Genetics    Hybrids vs. Heirlooms    GMO Seeds    Days to Maturity    Buying Unusual Seeds 12. Vegetative Reproduction    Natural Vegetative Reproduction    Rooted Stems and Leaves    Artificial Vegetative Reproduction    Plant Myth: Homemade Rooting Hormones Work Well    Grafting 13. Plant Names    Why Use Botanical Names?    Naming Conventions    The Proper Way to Name Your Plants Index About the Author Connect with Robert Pavlis About New Society Publishers
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Soil Science for Gardeners

Robert Pavlis

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Build healthy soil and grow better plantsBuild healthy soil and grow better plants Robert Pavlis, a gardener for over four decades, debunks common soil myths, explores the rhizosphere, and provides a personalized soil fertility improvement program in this three-part popular science guidebook. Healthy soil means thriving plants. Yet untangling the soil food web and optimizing your soil health is beyond most gardeners, many of whom lack an in-depth knowledge of the soil ecosystem. Soil Science for Gardeners is an accessible, science-based guide to understanding soil fertility and, in particular, the rhizosphere – the thin layer of liquid and soil surrounding plant roots, so vital to plant health. Coverage includes: Soil biology and chemistry and how plants and soil interact Common soil health problems, including analyzing soil's fertility and plant nutrients The creation of a personalized plan for improving your soil fertility, including setting priorities and goals in a cost-effective, realistic time frame. Creating the optimal conditions for nature to do the heavy lifting of building soil fertility Written for the home gardener, market gardener, and micro-farmer, Soil Science for Gardeners is packed with information to help you grow thriving plants. Introduction What Is Soil Health? Using the Book Terminology SECTION 1: UNDERSTANDING SOIL1. Soil Basics     Components of Soil     Origin of Soil     Soil Particles     Soil Texture     Importance of Particle Size     Air and Water     Aggregation and Soil Structure     Soil pH 2. Plant Nutrients     Ions     What Is Salt?     Movement of Nutrients in Soil     Essential Plant Nutrients     Micronutrients     Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) 3. Soil Life     Energy Food Web     The Power of Large Molecules     Ratio of Fungi to Bacteria     Chemicals in the Soil     Pathogen Control     Identification of Microbes 4. Bacteria     What Do They Eat?     Where Do They Live?     Role in Disease Prevention     Ideal Environment     Role in Building Soil Aggregates     Conditions that Harm Bacteria     Nitrogen Fixation 5. Fungi     What Do They Eat?     Where Do They Live?     Fungi at War     Fungal Parasites     Mycorrhizal Fungi 6. Other Organisms     Actinomycetes     Algae     Protozoa     Nematodes     Arthropods     Earthworms 7. Organic Matter     Decomposition: Converting Dead Things into Humus     Truth About Humus     Too Much Organic Matter     Compost     Chelation 8. Rhizosphere     Root Exudates     Soil Enzymes     Effect of Desiccation     Soil pH Levels     Dynamic Microbe Population     Allelochemicals     Plants Are in ControlSECTION 2: SOLVING SOIL PROBLEMS9. Identifying Soil Problems     Why Do We Fertilize?     Soil Testing     Plants as Indicators of Soil Problems     Plant Tissue Analysis     DIY Test Kits     Determining Soil Texture     Crusted Soil     Quantification of Microbes     Level of Organic Matter     Compaction     Hardpan     Drainage 10. Gardening Techniques That Affect Soil     Tilling     Working the Land     Mulching     Hoeing     Cover Crops     Raised Bed Gardening     Crop Rotation     Companion Planting 11. Solving Chemical Issues     Buffer Capacity     Increasing pH     Decreasing pH     Saline and Sodic Soils     Increasing CEC     Synthetic vs Organic Fertilizers     Understanding Fertilizers     Synthetic Fertilizers     Organic Fertilizers     Fad Products 12. Solving Microbe Issues     Inoculation     Solarization     Controlling Pathogens     Compost Tea     Best Practice for Increasing Microbe Populations 13. Increasing Organic Matter     Options for Adding Organic Matter     Cover Crops     Vermicompost     Bokashi Compost     Biochar     Biosolids 14. Dealing with Structural Problems     Compaction     Drainage Issues     Modifying Soil Texture     Clay Soils     Sandy SoilsSECTION 3: A PERSONALIZED PLAN FOR HEALTHY SOIL15. Developing a Plan for Soil Health Improvement 16. How Detailed Should You Get? 17. Soil Health Assessment     Chemical Tests     Soil Sampling Instructions 18. Soil Health Action Plan     Soil Health Assessment     Action Plan     Action Plan Follow-upAppendix A: Soil Health Assessment Form Appendix B: Action Plan for the Year Index About the Author About New Society Publishers
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Building Natural Ponds

Robert Pavlis

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Build a natural pond for wildlife, beauty, and quiet contemplation Typical backyard ponds are a complicated mess of pipes, pumps, filters, and nasty chemicals designed to adjust pH and keep algae at bay. Hardly the bucolic, natural ecosystem beloved by dragonflies, frogs, and songbirds. The antidote is a natural pond, free of hassle, cost, and complexity and designed as a fully functional ecosystem, ideal for biodiversity, swimming, irrigation, and quiet contemplation. Building Natural Ponds is the first step-by-step guide to designing and building natural ponds that use no pumps, filters, chemicals, or electricity and mimic native ponds in both aesthetics and functionality. Highly illustrated with how-to drawings and photographs, coverage includes: Understanding pond ecosystems and natural algae control Planning, design, siting, and pond aesthetics Step-by-step guidance for construction, plants and fish, and maintenance and trouble shooting Scaling up to large ponds, pools, bogs, and rain gardens. Whether you're a backyard gardener looking to add a small serene natural water feature or a homesteader with visions of a large pond for fish, swimming, and irrigation, Building Natural Ponds is the complete guide to building ponds in tune with nature, where plants, insects, and amphibians thrive in blissful serenity. Robert Pavlis , a Master Gardener with over 40 years of gardening experience, is owner and developer of Aspen Grove Gardens, a six-acre botanical garden featuring over 2,500 varieties of plants. A well-respected speaker and teacher, Robert has published articles in Mother Earth News , Ontario Gardening magazine, the widely read blog GardenMyths.com, which explodes common gardening myths and gardening information site GardenFundamentals.com. Introduction 1. Understanding a Balanced Ecosystem Oxygen Cycle Nutrients pH Algae Animals Trees and Shrubs Plants Microbes Maintaining Balance in the Ecosystem 2. Environmental Benefits Pond Ecosystem Breeding Site for Amphibians Dragonflies and Mosquitoes Birds and Mammals Water Conservation Environmental Awareness Less Lawn Permaculture Food Sources 3. Natural Looking Designs Native Ponds Man-made Ponds How Natural Can You Get? The Borrowed View Enjoy the Pond Stones, Stones, and More Stones Plants Are Key Your Final Design 4. Planning and Design Location Legal Issues Access to Electrical Power Size Depth Water Source Bogs and Rain Gardens Trees Pond Liners Human Access Rocks Shape of the Pond and Planting Shelves Plants Excavated Soil 5. Building Site Evaluation Soil Type Installing a Preformed Pond Flexible Pond Liners Digging the Hole for a Flexible Liner Preparing the Hole Installing the Pond Liner Footings for a Dock or Bridge Adding Water Protecting Planting Shelves Stones for the Planting Shelf Leveling the Pond Edge Adding the Spillway Allowing for Inflow Edging the Pond Adding the Finishing Touches 6. Fish Fish Care Hobby Fish Game Fish 7. Plants Planting Fertilizing Starting Small Too Many Plants Plant Pests and Diseases Undesirable Pond Plants Selection of Water Plants Workhorse Water Plants 8. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Don't Do These Things Adding Water Removing Organics Winter Care Pond Leaks 9. Large-scale Ponds Special Pond Types Regulations and Permits Water Sources Liner Options General Construction Considerations Aerators and Fountains Constructing Dams Designing the Inflow Designing the Outflow Plants Eutrophication 10. Pools, Bogs, and Rain Gardens Natural Swimming Pools Bogs Rain Gardens References Index About the Author A Note About the Publisher
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