{"id":36508,"date":"2016-04-29T16:00:11","date_gmt":"2016-04-29T20:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/?p=36508"},"modified":"2016-05-05T09:20:19","modified_gmt":"2016-05-05T13:20:19","slug":"new-gardening-books-to-inspire-your-inner-green-thumb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/2016\/04\/new-gardening-books-to-inspire-your-inner-green-thumb\/","title":{"rendered":"New Gardening Books To Inspire Your Inner Green Thumb"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"STYLING<\/a><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re an avid gardener or an aspiring green thumb, the arrival of spring offers a perfect opportunity to refresh your property with gorgeous blooms. We\u2019ve curated our roundup of new gardening titles, which just may inspire your to craft a breathtaking garden oasis right in your own backyard.<\/p>\n

Styling Nature: A Masterful Approach to Floral Arrangements <\/em><\/strong>by Lewis Miller, Don Freeman and Nina Garcia, Rizzoli: <\/strong>Written by New York City-based floral designer Lewis Miller, this book also features photographs by Don Freeman and a foreword by Colombian fashion journalist Nina Garcia. If you\u2019re looking to understand the artistic detail behind floral arrangements, this recently released book examines the importance of colour and texture. Miller, who often finds floral inspiration in 17th<\/sup> century Dutch still lifes, also looks at wedding and special occasion displays.<\/p>\n

\"GARDENING<\/a><\/p>\n

Gardening for Butterflies: How You Can Attract and Protect Beautiful, Beneficial Insects <\/em><\/strong>by The Xerces Society, Timber Press: <\/strong>If you\u2019re secretly hoping for a garden filled with beautiful butterflies, this book looks at innovative ways to attract the majestic, fluttering insects. Whether you wish to craft the perfect habitat or are curious about appropriate plants to attract their attention, Gardening for Butterflies <\/em>may be your solution.<\/p>\n

\"GROWING<\/a><\/p>\n

Growing Windowsill Orchids: Second Edition <\/em><\/strong>by Philip Seaton, Kew – Kew Growing: <\/strong>For downtown divas who call an apartment or condo home, it may not be possible to have the fairy tale garden of your dreams. However, this title by former Orchid Review <\/em>editor Phillip Seaton explores how to grow orchids in the great indoors. From research of orchid conservation to tips on nourishing your own plants, Growing Windowsill Orchids <\/em>claims to cover all the bases.<\/p>\n

\"ALAN<\/a><\/p>\n

Alan Titchmarsh How to Garden: Container Gardening <\/em><\/strong>by Alan Titchmarsh, BBC Digital: <\/strong>In his latest read, experienced English gardener and novelist Alan Titchmarsh looks at the art of container gardening. From learning how to find the ideal hanging basket to floral design tips and maintenance, Titchmarsh claims to offer readers a detailed guide.<\/p>\n

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Whether you\u2019re an avid gardener or an aspiring green thumb, the arrival of spring offers a perfect opportunity to refresh your property with gorgeous blooms. We\u2019ve curated our roundup of new gardening titles, which just may inspire your to craft a breathtaking garden oasis right in your own backyard.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":36515,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20189],"tags":[24280,22459,24278,24277,24279,24281,24276],"class_list":["post-36508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culture","tag-alan-titchmarsh-how-to-garden","tag-container-gardening","tag-gardening-books","tag-gardening-for-butterflies-the-xerces-society","tag-growing-windowsill-orchids-phillip-seaton","tag-spring-2016-gardening-books","tag-styling-nature-lewis-miller"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t