Books with author Richard Bradford

GROW YOUR OWN MUSHROOMS AT HOME – Oyster, Shiitake, Button, Enokitake, Lion’s Mane, Wine Cap, Maitake and many moreOver 20,000 varieties of mushrooms are known in the world today, with more being discovered all the time, and with each kind having its own taste and structure. Finding a wide variety of mushrooms in the supermarket can be a challenge though. Most grocery stores only stock common species such as button mushrooms. Cultivating mushrooms at home can be a great way to source the mushrooms you want and save additional money. A lot of people don’t realize how easy it is to cultivate mushrooms at home. Loving shady spots, under a deck or porch, they grow in places other plants wouldn’t naturally thrive, thus making them the perfect addition to any gardener’s growing plan. Whatever your reason to start growing mushrooms at home, this book is the perfect companion on your journey. Mushroom Cultivation: 12 Ways to become the MayGyver of Mushrooms is the one-stop guide for every mushroom enthusiast. After reading this book, you will be able to identify the type of mushroom you want to grow, choose a suitable growing method and keep your harvest fruitful. Ideally suited for beginners, the book provides a comprehensive overview of how to start your mushroom adventure. In detail, this book allows you to… Select the mushrooms you can easily grow at home and to taste the pleasure of your homegrown fungiUnderstand the characteristics of each type of mushroomLearn everything about mushroom structure and their life cycleDecide which type of mushroom you want to grow Get a comprehensive overview of the cultivation process and gain the confidence to embark upon your own projectLearn everything about the different stages of mushroom cultivationUnderstand the growing process in detail – from preparation to harvestingLearn about 12 different growing methods for indoor and outdoor cultivationIdentify potential problems and learn how to overcome themIdentify pests and diseasesUnderstand common problems such as incorrect moisture levels, contamination, and bad spawnLearn everything about correct processing – from drying to freezingTake the first step to your mushroom adventure. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.

“Red Sky at Morning is a minor marvel: it is a novel of paradox, of identity, of an overwhelming YES to life that embraces with wonder what we are pleased to call the human condition. In short, a work of art.” — Harper Lee“A sort of Catcher in the Rye out West." --Washington Post Book WorldThe classic coming-of-age story set during World War II about the enduring spirit of youth and the values in life that count.In the summer of 1944, Frank Arnold, a wealthy shipbuilder in Mobile, Alabama, receives his volunteer commission in the U.S. Navy and moves his wife, Ann, and seventeen-year-old son, Josh, to the family’s summer home in the village of Corazon Sagrado, high in the New Mexico mountains. A true daughter of the Confederacy, Mrs. Arnold finds it impossible to cope with the quality of life in the largely Hispanic village and, in the company of Jimbob Buel—an insufferable, South-proud, professional houseguest— takes to bridge and sherry. Josh, on the other hand, becomes an integral member of the Sagrado community, forging friendships with his new classmates, with the town’s disreputable resident artist, and with Amadeo and Excilda Montoya, the couple hired by his father to care for their house. Josh narrates the story of his fateful year in Sagrado and, with deadpan, irreverent humor, reveals the events and people who influence his progress to maturity. Unhindered by his mother's disdain for these "tacky, dusty little Westerners," Josh comes into his own and into a young man's finely formed understanding of duty, responsibility, and love.

“Red Sky at Morning is a minor marvel: it is a novel of paradox, of identity, of an overwhelming YES to life that embraces with wonder what we are pleased to call the human condition. In short, a work of art.” — Harper Lee“A sort of Catcher in the Rye out West." --Washington Post Book WorldThe classic coming-of-age story set during World War II about the enduring spirit of youth and the values in life that count.In the summer of 1944, Frank Arnold, a wealthy shipbuilder in Mobile, Alabama, receives his volunteer commission in the U.S. Navy and moves his wife, Ann, and seventeen-year-old son, Josh, to the family’s summer home in the village of Corazon Sagrado, high in the New Mexico mountains. A true daughter of the Confederacy, Mrs. Arnold finds it impossible to cope with the quality of life in the largely Hispanic village and, in the company of Jimbob Buel—an insufferable, South-proud, professional houseguest— takes to bridge and sherry. Josh, on the other hand, becomes an integral member of the Sagrado community, forging friendships with his new classmates, with the town’s disreputable resident artist, and with Amadeo and Excilda Montoya, the couple hired by his father to care for their house. Josh narrates the story of his fateful year in Sagrado and, with deadpan, irreverent humor, reveals the events and people who influence his progress to maturity. Unhindered by his mother's disdain for these "tacky, dusty little Westerners," Josh comes into his own and into a young man's finely formed understanding of duty, responsibility, and love.

GROW YOUR OWN MUSHROOMS AT HOME – Oyster, Shiitake, Button, Enokitake, Lion’s Mane, Wine Cap, Maitake and many moreOver 20,000 varieties of mushrooms are known in the world today, with more being discovered all the time, and with each kind having its own taste and structure. Finding a wide variety of mushrooms in the supermarket can be a challenge though. Most grocery stores only stock common species such as button mushrooms. Cultivating mushrooms at home can be a great way to source the mushrooms you want and save additional money. A lot of people don’t realize how easy it is to cultivate mushrooms at home. Loving shady spots, under a deck or porch, they grow in places other plants wouldn’t naturally thrive, thus making them the perfect addition to any gardener’s growing plan. Whatever your reason to start growing mushrooms at home, this book is the perfect companion on your journey. Mushroom Cultivation: 12 Ways to become the MayGyver of Mushrooms is the one-stop guide for every mushroom enthusiast. After reading this book, you will be able to identify the type of mushroom you want to grow, choose a suitable growing method and keep your harvest fruitful. Ideally suited for beginners, the book provides a comprehensive overview of how to start your mushroom adventure. In detail, this book allows you to… Select the mushrooms you can easily grow at home and to taste the pleasure of your homegrown fungiUnderstand the characteristics of each type of mushroomLearn everything about mushroom structure and their life cycleDecide which type of mushroom you want to grow Get a comprehensive overview of the cultivation process and gain the confidence to embark upon your own projectLearn everything about the different stages of mushroom cultivationUnderstand the growing process in detail – from preparation to harvestingLearn about 12 different growing methods for indoor and outdoor cultivationIdentify potential problems and learn how to overcome themIdentify pests and diseasesUnderstand common problems such as incorrect moisture levels, contamination, and bad spawnLearn everything about correct processing – from drying to freezingTake the first step to your mushroom adventure. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.

Gardening is a rewarding hobby. And one that can produce you substantially more crop if done correctly. Using innovative gardening methods such as hydroponics or greenhouse gardening can help your plants mature 25% faster while delivering a 30% increase in yield. If you want to taste the pleasure of your homegrown food and see tremendous results this Book Bundle on Greenhouse Gardening and Hydroponics is for you!With hydroponics:You don’t need a yard or garden area.Plants grow faster and produce more harvest compared to plants grown in soil.Grow out of season crops, all year round.Greenhouse gardening gives you the opportunity toExtend your growing season.Grow plants that normally don’t survive in your region.Jump-start a new growing period.Whatever goal you have this guide get you covered. This bundle contains the first three books from the bestselling Urban Homesteading Series:#1 Hydroponics: How to Pick the Best Hydroponic System and Crops for Homegrown Food Year-RoundWith this book, you will learn the basics of hydroponics and find the hydroponic system that best suits your needs. #2 DIY Hydroponics: 12 Easy and Affordable Ways to Build Your Own Hydroponic System This book takes you through the six hydroponic systems and gives you step-by-step instructions on how to create and maintain your own hydroponic garden. #3 Greenhouse: How to Build a Greenhouse and Grow Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit All Year-RoundThe one-stop guide on greenhouse construction, maintenance and planting schedules. Inexpensive options and money-saving tips help you reduce your costs in building and running your greenhouse.IN THIS COLLECTION YOU WILL LEARN:Everything you need to know about the six different hydroponic systemsDecide which system suits your needs by considering your budget, time, space and level of experienceLearn which crops and growing medium are best suited to each hydroponic systemUnderstand the role of nutrients and lighting for healthy, prosperous gardensLearn how to build your own hydroponic system - from easy to more advanced set-upsUnderstand how to maintain your system and care for your plantsIdentify pests and diseases in your hydroponic garden and learn how to combat themLearn what greenhouse gardening is all about.Get to know the different types of greenhouses and choose the one that suits your needs.Choose the best type of glazing, flooring and construction material for your greenhouse.Learn how to heat your greenhouse and use ventilation to keep the humidity level just right.Learn how to utilize lighting and irrigate your plants for optimal growth.Get an overview of the essential equipment you need to keep your garden healthy.Learn how to schedule your plants for year-round gardening.Get an overview of how to grow different herbs, vegetables and fruits in your greenhouse.Integrate hydroponics into your greenhouse.Understand how to maintain your greenhouse and care for your plants.This bundle will help you save time and trouble with easy to follow illustrations, tables and a glossary of relevant terms.Take the first step to building your own hydroponic and greenhouse garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy today.

Using innovative gardening methods such as hydroponics or greenhouse gardening can help your plants mature 25% faster while delivering a 30% increase in yield. If you want to taste the pleasure of your own homegrown food and see tremendous results then this Book Bundle on Greenhouse Gardening and Hydroponics is for you!With hydroponics:You don’t need a yard or garden area.Plants grow faster and produce a larger harvest compared to plants grown in soil.Grow out of season crops, all year round.Greenhouse gardening gives you the opportunity to:Extend your growing season.Grow plants that normally don’t survive in your region.Jump-start a new growing period.Whatever goal you have this guide get you covered. This bundle contains the first three books from the bestselling Urban Homesteading Series:#1 Hydroponics: How to Pick the Best Hydroponic System and Crops for Homegrown Food Year-RoundWith this book, you will learn the basics of hydroponics and find the hydroponic system that best suits your needs. #2 DIY Hydroponics: 12 Easy and Affordable Ways to Build Your Own Hydroponic System This book takes you through the six hydroponic systems and gives you step-by-step instructions on how to create and maintain your own hydroponic garden. #3 Greenhouse: How to Build a Greenhouse and Grow Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit All Year-RoundThe one-stop guide on greenhouse construction, maintenance and planting schedules. Inexpensive options and money-saving tips help you reduce your costs in building and running your greenhouse.IN THIS COLLECTION YOU WILL LEARN:Everything you need to know about the six different hydroponic systemsDecide which system suits your needs by considering your budget, time, space and level of experienceLearn which crops and growing mediums are best suited to each hydroponic systemUnderstand the role of nutrients and lighting for healthy, prosperous gardensLearn how to build your own hydroponic system - from easy to more advanced set-upsUnderstand how to maintain your system and care for your plantsIdentify pests and diseases in your hydroponic garden and learn how to combat themLearn what greenhouse gardening is all about.Get to know the different types of greenhouses and choose the one that suits your needs.Choose the best type of glazing, flooring and construction material for your greenhouse.Learn how to heat your greenhouse and use ventilation to keep the humidity level just right.Learn how to utilize lighting and irrigate your plants for optimal growth.Get an overview of the essential equipment you need to keep your garden healthy.Learn how to schedule your plants for year-round gardening.Get an overview of how to grow different herbs, vegetables and fruits in your greenhouse.Integrate hydroponics into your greenhouse.Understand how to maintain your greenhouse and care for your plants.This bundle will help you save time and trouble with easy-to-follow illustrations, tables and a glossary of relevant terms.Take the first step to building your own hydroponic and greenhouse garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy today!

"DIY Hydroponics - 12 Easy and Affordable Ways to Build Your Own Hydroponic System“ is for anyone who wants to understand the basics of hydroponic gardening and set up their own hydroponic system. This book will take you through the six hydroponic systems and give you step-by-step instructions on how to create and maintain your own hydroponic garden. If you don’t want to rely on ready-made kits for your hydroponic system, and you want to feel the pleasure of creating your own system from scratch, this book is for you. DIY systems provide you with satisfaction in seeing tremendous results from something you build with your own hands. They are a rewarding, cost-effective approach to the creation of your own homegrown food.This book provides (twelve) different designs to fit everyone's needs. From easy-to-apply methods for small plants, such as using a soda bottle to build your own Wick System, to more advanced instructions for larger systems such as building a Nutrient Film Technique System with PVC pipes.In detail, this book allows you to…Get a comprehensive overview of hydroponics and gain the confidence to embark upon your own project Learn what hydroponics is all aboutGet to know the six different hydroponic systemsDiscover everything you need to know about nutrients, mediums and lightingSet up your own hydroponic system with easy to apply, step-by-step instructions and save money by using inexpensive building methods Get an overview of the design features and functions of each systemLearn how to build your own hydroponic system - from easy to more advanced set-upsLearn about the materials and equipment you need for each systemUnderstand how to maintain your system and care for your plantsIdentify potential problems with your plants and learn how to overcome them Identify pests and diseases in your hydroponic garden and learn how to combat themUnderstand general challenges such as nutrient deficiency, algae growth, and clogged systemsThis book will help you save time and trouble with easy to follow illustrations, tables and a glossary of hydroponic terms.Take the first step to building your own hydroponic garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.

Grow your own vegetables, herbs and fruit anytime, anywhere.By the winter solstice, it becomes too cold and dark in many regions for anything much to grow in the garden. This is when a lot of gardeners gear up using a greenhouse. Greenhouse gardening provides the opportunity to extend the growing season, grow plants that normally don’t survive in your region or to jump-start a new growing period. Whatever your reason to start your greenhouse project, this book is the right companion on your journey. Greenhouse Gardening is the one-stop guide on greenhouse construction, maintenance and planting schedules. After reading this book, you will be able to choose the type of greenhouse that best suits your needs, schedule your planting throughout the year and maintain a healthy garden. Ideally suited for beginners, the book provides a comprehensive overview to start your greenhouse adventure. Inexpensive options and money saving tips are outlined in each chapter to reduce your costs in building and running your greenhouse.In detail, this book allows you to…Get a comprehensive overview of greenhouse gardening and gain the confidence to embark upon your own project Learn what greenhouse gardening is all aboutGet to know the different types of greenhouses and choose the one that suits your needs. Decide if you want to DIY, buy a ready-made kit or get a used greenhouse. Set up your own greenhouse and save money by using inexpensive building methods Choose the best type of glazing, flooring and construction material for your greenhouse.*Learn how to heat your greenhouse and use ventilation to keep the humidity level just right. Learn how to utilize lighting and irrigate your plants for optimal growth. Get an overview of the essential equipment you need to keep your garden healthy.*The book does not contain construction plans to build a greenhouse. It provides a comprehensive overview of available options on how to build a greenhouse.Taste the pleasure of your homegrown food with easy to grow herbs, vegetables and fruit Learn how to schedule your plants for year-round gardening. Get an overview of how to grow different herbs, vegetables and fruits in your greenhouse. Integrate hydroponics into your greenhouse.Identify potential problems with your plants and learn how to overcome them Understand how to maintain your greenhouse and care for your plants. Identify pests and diseases in your greenhouse and learn how to combat them. Take the first step to running your own greenhouse. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.

“Aquaponics – 4 Easy and Affordable Ways to Build Your Own Aquaponic System and Raise Fish and Plants Together” is for anyone who wants to understand the basics of aquaponic gardening and set up their own aquaponic system. Aquaponic systems are hugely productive, completely organic, and there's no weeding, watering, bending or digging involved. This is the definitive do-it-yourself manual giving you all the tools you need to create your own aquaponic system and enjoy fresh and healthy food all-year-round.This book will take you through the different aquaponic growing systems and give you step-by-step instructions on how to create and maintain your own aquaponic garden. If you don’t want to rely on ready-made kits for your aquaponic setup, and you want to feel the pleasure of creating your own system from scratch, then this book is for you. DIY systems provide you with satisfaction in seeing tremendous results from something you build with your own hands. They are a rewarding, cost-effective approach to the creation of your own homegrown food. This book provides four different designs to fit everyone's needs. From easy-to-apply methods for small plants, such as a barrel aquaponics system with a 10 gallon fish tank, to more advanced instructions for larger systems such as building a Deep Water Culture System with IBC Totes.In detail, this book allows you to…Get a comprehensive overview of aquaponics and gain the confidence to embark upon your own project Learn what aquaponics is all about Get to know the different aquaponic systemsChoose the best plants to grow with each aquaponic systemDiscover everything you need to know about fish selection, cultures and cyclingUnderstand the basics of nitrification, mineralization, & oxygenationSet up your own aquaponic system with easy to apply step-by-step instructions and save money by using inexpensive building methods Get an overview of the design features and functions of each systemLearn how to build your own aquaponic system - from easy to more advanced set-upsLearn about the supplies you need for each systemUnderstand how to maintain your system and care for your fish and plantsIdentify potential problems with your plants and learn how to overcome themIdentify pests and diseases in your aquaponic garden and learn how to combat themUnderstand challenges such as nutrient deficiency and sick fish stocksThis book will help you save time and trouble with easy to follow illustrations and tables.Take the first step to building your own aquaponic garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy today!

"DIY Hydroponics - 12 Easy and Affordable Ways to Build Your Own Hydroponic System“ is for anyone who wants to understand the basics of hydroponic gardening and set up their own hydroponic system. This book will take you through the six hydroponic systems and give you step-by-step instructions on how to create and maintain your own hydroponic garden. If you don’t want to rely on ready-made kits for your hydroponic system and you want to feel the pleasure of creating your own system from scratch, this book is for you. DIY systems provide you the satisfaction of seeing tremendous results from something you build with your own hands. They are a rewarding, cost-effective approach to the creation of your own homegrown food.From easy-to-apply methods for small plants, such as using a soda bottle to build your own Wick System, to more advanced instructions for larger systems such as building a Nutrient Film Technique System with PVC pipes, this book provides (twelve) different designs to fit everyone's needs.In detail, this book allows you to…Get a comprehensive overview of hydroponics and gain the confidence to embark upon your own project Learn what hydroponics is all aboutGet to know the six different hydroponic systemsDiscover everything you need to know about nutrients, mediums and lightingSet up your own hydroponic system with easy to apply, step-by-step instructions and save money by using inexpensive building methods Get an overview of the design features and function of each systemLearn how to build your own hydroponic system - from easy to more advanced set-upsLearn about the materials and equipment you need for each systemUnderstand how to maintain your system and care for your plantsIdentify potential problems with your plants and know how to overcome them Identify pests and diseases in your hydroponic garden and learn how to combat themUnderstand general challenges such as nutrient deficiency, algae growth, and clogged systemsThis book will help you save time and trouble with easy to follow illustrations, tables and a glossary of hydroponic terms.Take the first step to build your own hydroponic garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.

Get started with your hydroponic garden and grow your own vegetables, herbs and fruits without soil. If you want a quick-growing, bountiful crop, then hydroponics is the way to go. Here are some of the advantages to grow with hydroponics:You don’t need a yard or garden area.Plants grow faster and produce more harvest compared to plants grown in soil.Grow out of season crops, all year round.Grow specialty crops in any climate.If that’s not enough to seal the deal, how about never getting dirt under your fingernails?With this book, you will learn all about hydroponic systems and find the one that best suits your needs. Easy-to-read tables and graphics will help to save time and trouble to get started with your own garden.In detail, this book allows you to…Get a comprehensive overview of hydroponics and helps you gain the confidence to embark upon your own project Learn what hydroponics is all aboutGet to know about the six different hydroponic systemsUnderstand the potential benefits and drawbacks of this gardening methodSelect easy-to-grow herbs, vegetables and fruits and to taste the pleasure of your homegrown food See which crops are best suited to each hydroponic systemGet an overview of which growing mediums work best for each system and plantUnderstand the role of nutrients and lighting for healthy, prosperous gardensGet the most out of your money, time and space by choosing a hydroponic system that suits your needs Decide which system suits your own lifestyle by considering your budget, time, space and level of experienceAbout the AuthorThinking back, I remember that it took me some time to figure out which hydroponic system worked best for me. I had limited space, time and experience when it came to building my first hydroponic garden. This book should help people who are in a similar situation by providing guidance on how to pick the best hydroponic system and crops for homegrown food year-round. Indoors, in a greenhouse or outdoors, there are hydroponic methods for all types of gardeners. Take the first step to build your own hydroponic garden. To get started, scroll up and grab your copy.