We recently traveled to Crystal River to attend the Florida Native Plant Society annual conference. We displayed some of our new and bestselling gardening and nature books, and we had a great time meeting everyone who visited us at our tables. Take a look at some of the books we brought to the conference: The … Continue reading Florida Native Plant Society 2019
The Nature of Plants
“Encourages each of us to look at plants more thoughtfully and to consider the processes that take place every day that largely go unnoticed. You will better appreciate plants after reading Huegel’s book.”—Nicole Pinson, urban horticulture agent and master gardener coordinator, UF/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension “Huegel explains plant structure and biology in a manner that … Continue reading The Nature of Plants
Gardening, Nature & Outdoors Books for the Holidays
For nature lovers, outdoor adventurers, and gardeners, the books below will make the perfect gift. A Step-by-Step Guide to a Florida Native Yard By Ginny Stibolt and Marjorie Shropshire Healing Plants Medicine of the Florida Seminole Indians By Alice Micco Snow and Susan Enns Stans Vegetable Gardening in Florida By James M. Stephens Bats of … Continue reading Gardening, Nature & Outdoors Books for the Holidays
Ornamental Palm Horticulture, Second Edition
Praise for the first edition “Avid recreational gardeners, designers, and nursery professionals who enjoy growing dramatic ornamental palms will welcome this comprehensive manual comprising palm biology, propagation techniques, cultural requirements, and overall care.”—Booklist “A valuable resource for commercial producers, landscapers, palm enthusiasts, and homeowners.”—Florida Gardening “Especially good on pests, diseases and nutritional needs. . . … Continue reading Ornamental Palm Horticulture, Second Edition
Spring Sale
Spring Sale: www.upf.com/S1604 Spring is here! The weather is getting warmer day by day here in Florida and we have new books for the new season of outdoor adventures. Check out our books about the outdoors, gardening, nature, and the environment. Use code S1604 for discount prices. Sale ends April 15th.
Sustainable Gardening for the Southeast
This book is discounted until Dec. 17 in our Holiday Sale! Just apply code XM15 at checkout! . "A timely, accessible guide to responsible landscaping that convincingly explains how and why our home landscapes must participate in local ecosystems."—Douglas Tallamy, coauthor of The Living Landscape: Designing for Beauty and Biodiversity in the Home Garden "By … Continue reading Sustainable Gardening for the Southeast
Holiday Book Sale!
Find the perfect gift for all the important people in your life this holiday season with University Press of Florida’s holiday book sale! Click below to view our 2015 Holiday Catalog. From travel to photography, art, cooking, gardening, fishing, sports, literature, history, and more, you’ll find books for every reader. Visit http://www.upf.com and order before December … Continue reading Holiday Book Sale!
The Art of Maintaining a Florida Native Landscape
“Follow this professional gardening advice to end up with a balanced, attractive, easy-to-maintain Florida native garden. It is a gardening book to cherish.”—Roger L. Hammer, author of Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies in Tropical Florida “Everything you need to know from just getting started to long-term development and maintenance of the native garden of your dreams.”—Troy … Continue reading The Art of Maintaining a Florida Native Landscape
Native Florida Plants for Shady Landscapes
Native Florida Plants for Shady Landscapes Craig N. Huegel Gardeners in the Sunshine State have a special appreciation for shade. With countless hours spent under the hot sun, shade provides much needed relief. But in a tropical climate like Florida's, finding the proper plants for shady areas can be frustrating. And even more difficult still … Continue reading Native Florida Plants for Shady Landscapes
Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies in Tropical Florida
Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies in Tropical Florida Roger L. Hammer In this authoritative and friendly guide, Roger Hammer shares more than thirty years' experience tempting butterflies and hummingbirds into tropical Florida's gardens. Hammer catalogues 200 of the best plants for luring these wondrous creatures into even the smallest of yards and offers helpful tips for … Continue reading Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies in Tropical Florida
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