This book is packed with creative ideas for making a successful courtyard space. There is advice on flooring, walls and screens, containers, structures, furniture, ornaments, water features and lighting. Inspirational examples are presented alongside step-by-step instructions to explain the features shown. Case studies with detailed plans explore the dynamics of the different designed spaces, and a plant directory gives a comprehensive listing of...

Takes a close look at a garden, describing the plants, insects, and birds and their activities throughout the day.

"When Poppy and Sam go to visit their friend, Miss Mole, they find she isn't having a very good day because she can't find her pink reading glasses! As Poppy and Sam retrace Ms Mole's steps, they find all manner of objects (a pink hat, an umbrella, a blue fan, and a yellow flute, for starters), but none of these belong to Ms Mole. At last, they climb a tree where Ms Mole had been picking apples (to make her delicious apple pies), when they find Madame...

"A disc seems to float as it spins through the air. Trampolines let people leap to thrilling heights. From playing catch to playing with hula hoops, bubbles, and jump ropes, science explains how it all works. The Science of Backyard Fun reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular yard games and toys. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...

When it comes to gardens, bigger isn't always better. A smaller space requires fewer plants and less time to design, install, and maintain. The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space....

Toht addresses the needs of those who want to take control of the food they eat and the products they use--even if they live in a urban or suburban house on a typical-size lot. He shows homeowners how to turn their yard into a productive and wholesome "homestead" that allows them to grow their own fruits and vegetables, and raise to farm animals, including chickens and goats. Toht also covers the laws and regulations of raising livestock in populated...