Rurbanite Handbook - Softcover

Mitchell, Alex

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0857830724 ISBN 13: 9780857830722

Verlag: Kyle Books, 2013

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'A how-to manual for those wanting to have their own bit of urban country, it covers all aspects of the rurbanite lifestyle'Grazia

'An accessible guide to why, how and what you can do in order to live a more self-sufficient country-style life in an urban environment, be it with pots, balconies, yards, allotments or even community gardens. Find out how to add a green roof to your garden shed, keep bees and chickens, and which plants to grow to encourage urban wildlife to visit your outdoor space.' Homes & Gardens

'Filled with practical advice, projects and inspiring stories from bus stop landscapers, urban homesteaders and rooftop beekeepers from all over the world, The Rurbanite, by Alex Mitchell illustrates how our cityscapes are being transformed and shows you how enjoyable and simple it is to turn your back garden into an urban homestead, plant to encourage wildlife and learn to identify the wild flowers growing out of cracks in the pavement.'Choice Magazine

'This is a wonderful book for space-starved urban dwellers who still yearn to connect with nature, have a go at growing fruit and veg and delve further into rural pursuits such as bee-keeping, jam making and bird watching.' --Naomi Schillinger, Garden Answers

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In cities around the world, we are redefining our sense of urban living. No longer satisfied with a grey, sterile metropolis, we want the best of both worlds - the energy and diversity of the city, but a connection with nature too. Filled with practical advice, projects and inspiring stories from bus stop landscapers, guerrilla gardeners, urban homesteaders and rooftop beekeepers from all over the world, The Rurbanite illustrates how our cityscapes are being transformed and shows you how enjoyable and simple it is to: * turn your back garden into an urban homestead * put a green roof on your garden shed * plant to encourage wildlife * guerrilla garden * keep bees, hens, quails, ducks * learn to identity the wild flowers growing out of cracks in the pavement * turn ex-industrial sites into vibrant community gardens

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• Verlag: Kyle Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0857830724
• ISBN 13: 9780857830722
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 176