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5 comments about Marijuana Grower's Insider's Guide.

1. The book is an excellent read for anyone who smokes marijuana, whether or not you're interested in growing it. The first two chapters provides an excellent history or Cannabis Sativa as well as a detailed account of the U.S. Government's attempts to undermine the drug. The rest of the book provides simple yet scientifically accurate information that is crucial for anyone looking to grow pot.

   It is an excellent book.




2. My uncle used to keep this old grow book in his drawer. This is the oldest of the modern grow guides if my memory serves me correct. I have read a few editions of this since. Not a bad grow manual but a little bit on the old side now.



3. This is one of the finest books I've read on the subject of Cannabis growing. It may be a bit outdated, but man has been cultivating cannabis for 8,000 years, and it's still grown the same way, only with a little technology applied. I've been reading this book & "Marijuana Grower's Insiders's Guide" also by Mel Franks, and between the two books, you won't a more knowledgeble person on the subject of Cannabis growing.



4. "Oldtimer" needs to chill. I am an actual adult, (41 years old, voting in elections and payng taxes.) I have used this book for years, and own other books by Mel Frank; I was recently given a new book my Mel Frank, illustrated by Linda kallan. Mel Frank works for me. He is clear and concise, he is the first word on the subject and is liberally quoted (and ripped off) in almost every other book on marijuana growing. I recommend Mel Frank to anyone interrested in the indoor growng of just about anything. My brother agrees.



5. My brother, a botanist at a large research institution, gave me Mel Frank's book for my birthday. We call it The Bible. It is the first book and still the best book on the subject. It is clear, the pictures are great, follow the directions and you'll grow whatever you want. So far the weed is flourishing, nothing has exploded or turned to toxic sludge. Its way easier than cooking.

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2 comments about Bonsai.

1. Distilled knowledge from prior editions dating to the 1960s, arranged by level of expertise, including recommended tools, soils, pots, plants according to one's past experience with bonsai. Inspiring and informative photos, best of the "get to know about bonsai" books; encourages development of skills and techniques. A must have for the budding bonsaist.



2. I ordered this book after receiving and reviewing a number of others, so while I'm still fairly new to bonsai, I have done a good bit of reading on the subject. Lang's work is very general and makes a reasonable starting point, but I don't recommend it to anyone with some experience and background. More satisfying are Harry Tomlinson's "Bonsai" and Colin Lewis' "Bonsai Survival Manual," although I found the latter also rather limited. Of the books I've read to date, Tomlinson is the one I would recommend most and whose other books I'm likely to look at or purchase.

1 comments about The Succulent Garden: A Practical Gardening Guide.

1. Beautifully illustrated with photographs by the author, this book is a splendid introduction for those wanting to enter the wonderful world of succulents.

   The book can really be divided in two parts. The first being concerned with an introduction to succulents and the basics required to grow, reproduce, set out etc. Much of the information here is brief but there is enough "meat" to ensure that anyone approaching succulents for the first time will succeed in developing a very attractive garden - the potential for which is amply illustrated in the colour photos.

   The second part of the book is devoted to an A-Z guide of popular succulents. This is perhaps where the book falls down a little as "popular" depends on a variety of factors. As this book is written by a New Zealander who has obviously visited the western USA, "popular" refers to succulents popular in these locations. Nonetheless the guide does give the main families of succulents and is therefore an excellent start.

   All in all a very worthwhile book for the beginner and if the succulent bug doesn't bite you (and it probably will) this book will meet all your succulent gardening needs.

2 comments about Gardening Indoors with Cuttings (Gardening Indoors).

1. The book contains about 88 pages divided into five sections. The sections are Environment, Nutrients, Rooting Medium, Hormones, and Cuttings. The book contains several hand sketches.

   The book is well written and covers many fundamentals about growing plants indoor. Also, it's original information. This book is not just a re-write from Van Patten's other book, "Gardening Indoors with HID Lights". It is completely different information. All new writing.

   This is a solid beginner's guide. Although, the book does make the process sound way too simple. In my first attempt, all my cuttings died. Yes - I did follow the instructions. But it's not as simple as it first looks. It takes several attempts to get good at propagating plants.

   I wish the book had a troubleshooting section. Answering questions like, "why are my little plants turning yellow?"
   It's a small book, but packed with information. A good value.




2. cutting that yellow have too many leaves, and is trying to suck more nitrogen then it has available.

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1 comments about Grow It Indoors: How to Make Houseplants Thrive.

1. I have really enjoyed reading this book - loads of great information explained is very easy to understand terms. Mr. Langer is very enthusiatic about his subject, and one of the best things I like about this book is that complex topics such as plant propagation and terrariums are explained in such easy detail and enthusiasm that the reader wants to dive in and try them. I would not hesitate to purchase this item again.

2 comments about Beautiful Tabletop Gardens.

1. Disappointing. Glossy pictures of unoriginal designs. Many selected plants would not survive in limited interior lighting.



2. I can't really recommend this book for gardeners of any skill level. It's too basic for advanced gardeners, but not detailed or concrete enough in instructions for beginners. Some of the advice is just plain wrong, the instructions are repetitious, and most of the designs are uninspired. It might work as a coffee table book--if the photos were better. Some people may find some inspiration here, so I can't say it's totally without merit, but it won't find a place on my permanent bookshelf.

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