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Organic gardeningThe Organic gardeners Handbook 2a guide to companion planting 3a guide to gardening by the Moon 4a guide to Waterwise gardening 5Herb guide for Vegetarian cookery 6

calendars seasonal availability calendar 7gardener’s Monthly reminder calendar 8gardening By the Moon calendar 9

chartscompanion planting chart 10Vegetable planning chart 11Vegetable growing guide 11

natural Swimming POOlSinspiration for Harmony with nature 12a guide for Building 13conventional pool conversion 14care and Maintenance 15

landScaPe cOnStructiOnTree detailing 16Landscape detailing - 1. enclosures & 2. surfaces 17Landscape detailing - 3. structures & 4. Water 18Landscape detailing - spanish & chinese editions 19

SuStainable deSignThe sustainable smallholding 20The sustainable Farm 21The sustainable Village 21The sustainable school 22The sustainable residence 22grow Your Own Firewood 23

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THe Organic gardener’s HandBOOK

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 230 x 200mm softback192 pages, colour throughoutdesigned by andrew cranepublished by Th e crowood press Ltd 2009 isBn: 978-1-86126-936-2

Th e Organic gardener’s Handbook is a concise practical reference manual, containing essential information for the organic gardener in a handy size and easy-to-read format. it introduces the reader to the basics of organic gardening before examining various aspects in depth.

• How the climate varies in diff erent parts of the united Kingdom

• edible plants, their families and their common and botanical names

• planning the vegetable plot and crop rotation

• Methods and types of planting

• protecting plants and the tasks necessary to ensure success

contents

inTrOducTiOn

THe Basics climate and soil Types

THe pLanTs natural Orders, Botanical names

pLanning and crOp rOTaTiOn

THe grOund nutrients

pLanTing Methods and Types of planting

prOTecTiOn and tasks necessary to ensuresuccess

THe TasKs storage and Monthly reminders

cOncLusiOn

a guide TOcOMpaniOn pLanTing

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 230 x 200mmsoftback 44 pagesOver 30 colour illustrationsdesigned by andrew cranepublished by ecodesignscape 2009isBn: 978-0-9563628-0-3

Th is inspirational beginners’ guide provides a straightforward introduction to the basics of companion planting, explaining the benefi ts of gardening in harmony with nature and outlining the diff erent ways in which companion plants can work to make your garden healthier and more productive. it explores the many benefi ts of mixed cropping and intercropping, and shows how easily companion planting techniques can be incorporated into any style of plot. extensively illustrated and clearly laid out, it makes companion planting accessible and achievable.

THe HisTOrY OF cOMpaniOn pLanTing

gardening WiTH naTure

BeneFiTs OF Mixed crOpping

cOMpaniOn eFFecTs

pLanTs THaT aTTracT pOLLinaTOrs and predaTOrs

pLanTs THaT HeLp WiTH pesT cOnTrOL

VisuaL cOnFusiOn

sacriFiciaL pLanTs

pLanTs THaT preVenT FungaL diseases

pLanTs THaT iMprOVe THe sOiL

pLanTs THaT HeLp TO Feed OTHers

nurse crOps

negaTiVe eFFecTs

cOMpaniOn pLanTing in pracTice

cOncLusiOn

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THe Organic gardener’s HandBOOK

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 230 x 200mm softback192 pages, colour throughoutdesigned by andrew cranepublished by Th e crowood press Ltd 2009 isBn: 978-1-86126-936-2

Th e Organic gardener’s Handbook is a concise practical reference manual, containing essential information for the organic gardener in a handy size and easy-to-read format. it introduces the reader to the basics of organic gardening before examining various aspects in depth.

• How the climate varies in diff erent parts of the united Kingdom

• edible plants, their families and their common and botanical names

• planning the vegetable plot and crop rotation

• Methods and types of planting

• protecting plants and the tasks necessary to ensure success

contents

inTrOducTiOn

THe Basics climate and soil Types

THe pLanTs natural Orders, Botanical names

pLanning and crOp rOTaTiOn

THe grOund nutrients

pLanTing Methods and Types of planting

prOTecTiOn and tasks necessary to ensuresuccess

THe TasKs storage and Monthly reminders

cOncLusiOn

a guide TOcOMpaniOn pLanTing


Th is inspirational beginners’ guide provides a straightforward introduction to the basics of companion planting, explaining the benefi ts of gardening in harmony with nature and outlining the diff erent ways in which companion plants can work to make your garden healthier and more productive. it explores the many benefi ts of mixed cropping and intercropping, and shows how easily companion planting techniques can be incorporated into any style of plot. extensively illustrated and clearly laid out, it makes companion planting accessible and achievable.

THe HisTOrY OF cOMpaniOn pLanTing

gardening WiTH naTure

BeneFiTs OF Mixed crOpping

cOMpaniOn eFFecTs

pLanTs THaT aTTracT pOLLinaTOrs and predaTOrs

pLanTs THaT HeLp WiTH pesT cOnTrOL

VisuaL cOnFusiOn

sacriFiciaL pLanTs

pLanTs THaT preVenT FungaL diseases

pLanTs THaT iMprOVe THe sOiL

pLanTs THaT HeLp TO Feed OTHers

nurse crOps

negaTiVe eFFecTs

cOMpaniOn pLanTing in pracTice

cOncLusiOn

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a guide TO gardening BY THe MOOn


Most modern gardening is undertaken without any reference to lunar cycles – but the moon’s gravitational pull has a fundamental infl uence on both people and plants. Th is beginners’ guide demystifi es the subject, clearly explaining the basic principles and explaining how to put lunar gardening into practice in your garden. it explains how the constellations relate to diff erent types of plants, and how to harness the power of the zodiac to achieve a more productive garden. it also shows you how to use a lunar calendar to help you align your gardening activities to the phases of the moon.

inTrOducTiOn OLd TradiTiOnsTh e history of lunar gardeningneW TradiTiOnsBiodynamics cOsMic rHYTHMs THe cYcLes OF THe MOOnWaxing/waning cycle ascending/descending cycle perigee and apogee Lunar nodes

eclipses planetary aspects Moonrise and moonset THe MOOn and THe zOdiac root, leaf, fl ower and fruit plants Lunar gardening in pracTiceplanting by the moon’s phases planting by the sidereal cycle HOW TO use THe MOOn caLendarcOncLusiOn

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as our climate changes, summer droughts are becoming increasingly common. Water is no longer something we can take for granted, even in Britain. Meanwhile, global environmental issues mean that there is also a moral imperative to use water wisely. Th is book introduces the diff erent aspects of water use and water conservation in the garden, showing you both how to use less water and how to save more. Waterwise garden design, water-effi cient gardening techniques, rainwater harvesting and household water recycling will add up to give you a garden that is largely independent of mains water - which is also more attractive, productive and benefi cial to wildlife.

a guide TO WaTerWise gardening

contents

inTrOducTiOn

THe need FOr WaTer cOnserVaTiOnTh e hydrological cycleWater sourcesWater economiesreducing demandFlooding

pLanning & designdesign factorsdesign elementsWater conservation plans

TecHniQuessoil improvementMulchingeffi cient wateringirrigation systems

recYcLed WaTerrainwater harvestingstorage methodsHousehold water recycling

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a guide TO gardening BY THe MOOn


Most modern gardening is undertaken without any reference to lunar cycles – but the moon’s gravitational pull has a fundamental infl uence on both people and plants. Th is beginners’ guide demystifi es the subject, clearly explaining the basic principles and explaining how to put lunar gardening into practice in your garden. it explains how the constellations relate to diff erent types of plants, and how to harness the power of the zodiac to achieve a more productive garden. it also shows you how to use a lunar calendar to help you align your gardening activities to the phases of the moon.

inTrOducTiOn OLd TradiTiOnsTh e history of lunar gardeningneW TradiTiOnsBiodynamics cOsMic rHYTHMs THe cYcLes OF THe MOOnWaxing/waning cycle ascending/descending cycle perigee and apogee Lunar nodes

eclipses planetary aspects Moonrise and moonset THe MOOn and THe zOdiac root, leaf, fl ower and fruit plants Lunar gardening in pracTiceplanting by the moon’s phases planting by the sidereal cycle HOW TO use THe MOOn caLendarcOncLusiOn

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as our climate changes, summer droughts are becoming increasingly common. Water is no longer something we can take for granted, even in Britain. Meanwhile, global environmental issues mean that there is also a moral imperative to use water wisely. Th is book introduces the diff erent aspects of water use and water conservation in the garden, showing you both how to use less water and how to save more. Waterwise garden design, water-effi cient gardening techniques, rainwater harvesting and household water recycling will add up to give you a garden that is largely independent of mains water - which is also more attractive, productive and benefi cial to wildlife.

a guide TO WaTerWise gardening

contents

inTrOducTiOn

THe need FOr WaTer cOnserVaTiOnTh e hydrological cycleWater sourcesWater economiesreducing demandFlooding

pLanning & designdesign factorsdesign elementsWater conservation plans

TecHniQuessoil improvementMulchingeffi cient wateringirrigation systems

recYcLed WaTerrainwater harvestingstorage methodsHousehold water recycling

cOncLusiOn

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HerB guide FOr VegeTarian cOOKerY

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: a4 210mm x 297mm15 pages in colour, printed one side onlyspiral Bound with hangerdesign and illustrations by david calowpublished by ecodesignscape 2010isBn: 978-0-9563628-2-7

Herbs add a new dimension to vegetarian cookery. Th ere are dozens of diff erent herb species and hundreds of distinct varieties, and knowing where and how to use them lets you bring subtle and exciting new fl avours to your

cooking. Most cookery books, however, off er very little in the way of information about how to use herbs; for many, ‘herbs’ means the occasional sprig of parsley.

Th e new Herb guide for Vegetarian cookery from Michael Littlewood provides an at-a-glance guide to how, when and where to use herbs, giving you the skills and the confi dence to include a whole range of herbs in your cooking.

Th e guide describes the characteristics and culinary uses of 18 diff erent herbs. charts show you at a glance which of these are suitable for diff erent kinds of dishes, the best herbs to use with a wide range of vegetables and fruits, and which herbs go well together.

inTrOducTiOnTh e history of herbs and their benefi tsWHY use HerBsHOW TO usepreparation techniques to enhance natural fl avour.HOW TO sTOre

HerBs FOr VegeTarian FOOdcuLinarY usesVegeTaBLes WiTH HerBsHerBs WiTH HerBscOMpOsiTe HerBs

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seasOnaL aVaiLaBiLiTY caLendar

More and more people are recognising the benefi ts of eating local food in season. it is more nutritious, it tastes better, it attunes us to our environment, the climate and the seasons, it supports the local economy, and it reduces the pollution caused by transportation. eating local food in season is better for us, our local area and our planet.

But many people have not had the experience of growing food, and do not know when locally grown fruit and vegetables will be available. Th e new seasonal availability calendar from Michael Littlewood provides an at-a-glance guide to what is in season each month, making it easy to plan meals using locally grown food.

each month-to-view page has a beautiful illustration showing some of the produce that is in season, as well as a complete list of all the vegetables and fruits that are available. Th e detailed introduction includes seven good reasons for eating in harmony with the seasons, advice about the appropriate diet for each season of the year, guidance on buying and storing vegetables, fruits and herbs, and sources of further information on seasonal eating and local food.

Please note: this is a perpetual calendar.

inFOrMaTiOnsize: 50cm deep by 21cm wide. 22 pages in colour, printed one side onlyspiral Bound with hangerdesign by andrew craneillustrations by paula chastypublished by ecodesignscape 2010isBn: 978-09563628-8-9

inTrOducTiOn

BuYing & sTOrage guidanceVegetablesFruitHerbs

seasOnaL dieTs

MOnTHLY prOduce

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gardener’s MOnTHLY reMinder caLendar

ever wondered what to do when in the kitchen garden each month? Th is hanging monthly calendar provides a timely reminder for all the vital tasks for growing healthy organic fruit and vegetables. it covers when to prepare the ground and when to sow, plant, transplant, fertilise, harvest, protect and water. in addition there is space alongside for gardeners to record their own reminders or information. each page has a beautiful illustration showing the fruit and vegetables available for the month. it is wiro-bound at the top with an attractive cover and two introductory pages.


inFOrMaTiOnsize: 140mm x 500mm15 pages, colour throughout spiral Bound with hangerdesign by andy smith,illustrations by paula chastypublished by chase Organics (gB) Ltd 2010

contents

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guideLines FOr success

TasKsearly spring - MarchMid spring - aprilLate spring - May

early summer - juneMid summer - julyLate summer - august

early autumn - septemberMid autumn - OctoberLate autumn - november

early Winter - decemberMid Winter - januaryLate Winter - February

cOncLusiOn

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gardener’s MOnTHLY reMinder caLendar

ever wondered what to do when in the kitchen garden each month? Th is hanging monthly calendar provides a timely reminder for all the vital tasks for growing healthy organic fruit and vegetables. it covers when to prepare the ground and when to sow, plant, transplant, fertilise, harvest, protect and water. in addition there is space alongside for gardeners to record their own reminders or information. each page has a beautiful illustration showing the fruit and vegetables available for the month. it is wiro-bound at the top with an attractive cover and two introductory pages.


inFOrMaTiOnsize: 140mm x 500mm15 pages, colour throughout spiral Bound with hangerdesign by andy smith,illustrations by paula chastypublished by chase Organics (gB) Ltd 2010

contents

inTrOducTiOn

guideLines FOr success

TasKsearly spring - MarchMid spring - aprilLate spring - May

early summer - juneMid summer - julyLate summer - august

early autumn - septemberMid autumn - OctoberLate autumn - november

early Winter - decemberMid Winter - januaryLate Winter - February

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gardening BY THe MOOn caLendar

Th is attractive full-colour calendar will prove to be a boon for those gardeners who like to work in harmony with the lunar cycles. evidence has shown that all gardening operations carried out according to the waxing and waning of the moon will have considerable benefi ts for all plants. Th e calendar shows at a glance which days are appropriate for sowing leaf, fl ower, fruit and root plants, along with the moon times, phases etc, in a very clear and concise format. considerable information is given about gardening by the moon along with the eclipses for the year.

Please note: this calendar is published annually.

inFOrMaTiOn size: 120 x 355mm 15 pagesspiral-bound with hangerdesign and illustrations by david calow Layout by Michael Littlewoodpublished by chase Organics (gB) Ltd

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inTrOducTiOn

using THe caLendar

MOOn pHase

inFLuence OF saTurn good days Bad days

OpTiMuM pLanTing and sOWing daYs

ecLipses

QuicK guide

Main principLes

pLanT caTegOries Fire: Fruits/seeds

earth: root crops Water: Leaf crops air: Flowers/Herbs

sOLar and Lunar ecLipses in THe Year

reFerences

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A day-by-day guide to cultivating

by the Moon’s phases, giving

optimum days for sowing,

planting, pruning and harvesting.

GARDENING

BY THE MOON2014

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These beautiful full-colour gardening aids have been created to provide vital information in an easy and quick reference format for use by the organic gardener throughout the year. All are produced by an environmentally friendly printing process using paper from sustainable sources and packed in biodegradable tubes.

cOMpaniOn pLanTing cHarT

inFOrMaTiOnsize: 720mm x 520mmprinted and laminated both sidesdesigned by Michael Littlewood published by chase Organics (gB) Ltd

This excellent durable colour chart provides an easy quick reference to 108 varieties of vegetables, fruits and herbs, showing which plants are beneficial and which are antagonistic when grown together. The size allows all the names to be quickly and easily read when hanging on the kitchen or garden shed wall. information on the reverse side is given about all the many advantages of companion planting, helping gardeners to work in harmony with nature and save money too. Both sides have a wipe clean surface.

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inFOrMaTiOnsize: B2 50 x 70cm (19” x 27”)drawings by jean HagueLayout by Michael Littlewoodpublished by chase Organics (gB) Ltd

detailed information at a glance on over fi fty varieties of vegetables,covering when to sow and plant, at what depth, how far apart in and between rows and the height and width of the plant when grown. On the reverse side, useful information is given on plant Families, Botanical names, soil and climate. Laminated both sides.

inFOrMaTiOn size: a2, 42 x 59cm (16” x 23”).drawings by jean Hague Layout by andrew cranepublished by chase Organics (gB) Ltd

Th is chart is for the keen gardener who wants to see at a glance when to sow, plant, harvest and store vegetables throughout the year. presented in the form of a bar chart with over fi fty varieties of vegetables grouped in their families for ease of planning. On the reverse side useful information is provided on the various crop rotation systems. Laminated both sides.

VegeTaBLe grOWing guide

VegeTaBLe pLanning cHarT

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BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 285mm high x 220mm wideHardback, 232 pages300+ colour imagesdesign by andrew cranepublished by schiff er publishing Ltd 2005isBn: 0-7643-2183-8

Th is book is a necessary resource for anyone interested in planning to have a natural swimming pool. after reading this book you will understand how the system works, as well as all the environmental, health, and safety benefi ts it off ers. a comprehensive guide

to planning, constructing and maintaining your natural swimming pool, in the most environmentally friendly way. With over 300 beautiful colour pictures that will inspire you to have your own natural water garden where you can swim in harmony with nature at any time.

inspiraTiOn FOr HarMOnY WiTH naTure

contents

planting Maintenance

inFOrMaTiOnconstruction detailsplant zone Mapsplant guideglossary resources Measurements

inspiraTiOnsnatural WaterHistoryBackgroundTh e natural swimming pool systemQuestions asked and answeredconcerns – Health, safety, animals and algaepool conversionspublic pools

pOrTFOLiOprivate pools

BuiLdingplanningdesignBiologyMaterialsequipmentconstruction

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BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 285mm high x 220mm wideHardback, 232 pages300+ colour imagesdesign by andrew cranepublished by schiff er publishing Ltd 2005isBn: 0-7643-2183-8

Th is book is a necessary resource for anyone interested in planning to have a natural swimming pool. after reading this book you will understand how the system works, as well as all the environmental, health, and safety benefi ts it off ers. a comprehensive guide

to planning, constructing and maintaining your natural swimming pool, in the most environmentally friendly way. With over 300 beautiful colour pictures that will inspire you to have your own natural water garden where you can swim in harmony with nature at any time.

inspiraTiOn FOr HarMOnY WiTH naTure

contents

planting Maintenance

inFOrMaTiOnconstruction detailsplant zone Mapsplant guideglossary resources Measurements

inspiraTiOnsnatural WaterHistoryBackgroundTh e natural swimming pool systemQuestions asked and answeredconcerns – Health, safety, animals and algaepool conversionspublic pools

pOrTFOLiOprivate pools

BuiLdingplanningdesignBiologyMaterialsequipmentconstruction

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 263mm x 197mmHardback, 256 pages, comprehensively illustrateddesign by andrew cranepublished by agriMedia Ltd 2008isBn: 978-3-86037-350-7

if you wish to swim in clear, soft water and have a beautiful garden feature all year round, you will need this book to create your own paradise. For anyone who has had some experience of building work and is keen to build their own natural swimming pool with or without some specialist assistance, then this book will provide you with everything you need to know.

it contains over 80 illustrations and coloured photographs and takes you through the whole process in an easy to understand way. it also contains over 50 useful detailed scaled construction drawings. Michael Littlewood’s methods and designs come from his considerable experience as a natural landscape architect and garden designer. He has designed and built water features and swimming pools in many countries throughout the world. Th is book is a logical follow on from Natural Swimming Pools – Inspiration for Harmony with Nature, with new details on everything from building instructions, assessing and maintaining water quality to considering types of plants and handling maintenance.Your natural swimming pool will be an attractive addition to your home and simple maintenance will keep you enjoying this wonderful asset for many years to come.

a guide FOr BuiLding

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deVeLOpMenTManageMenTBuiLdingpLuMBing

eLecTricaLsTrucTuresWaTerpLanTing

carecOnsTrucTiOn deTaiLsinFOrMaTiOn

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BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 263mm x 197mmsoftback, 60 pages, comprehensively illustrateddesign by andrew cranesketches by david calowpublished by ecodesignscape 2013isBn: 978-0-9563628-5-8

Th e huge interest in natural swimming pools, which the author introduced to the uK in 2000, has convinced many owners of a conventional swimming pool to aspire to a natural one. Th is book was written in response to demand from people all over the world for more information

on the subject. it shows how easily conversion can be undertaken, and includes many inspiring examples of completed projects.

Th e book describes the numerous benefi ts of conversion before moving on to an explanation of the natural swimming pool system. Th e process of planning and designing a pool conversion is shown graphically, making it very easy to understand, and this is followed by an explanation of the actual work of conversion. projects that have been planned and designed by the author and by specialist natural swimming pool contractors demonstrate how inspiring converted pools can be, and the book is extensively and beautifully illustrated.

Th is book needs to be read in conjunction with Michael Littlewood’s Natural Swimming Pools - Inspiration for Harmony with Nature and Natural Swimming Pools - A Guide for Building, to which it is a supplement.

cOnVenTiOnaL pOOL cOnVersiOn guide

BeneFiTsHOW THe naTuraL sYsTeM WOrKspLanning and designdesign scHeMaTicsdesign cOncepTs

OWners’ reQuireMenTscOnVersiOn prOcessdesigned prOjecTsMainTenance

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BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 263mm x 197mmsoftback, 80 pages, comprehensively illustrateddesign by calum jacobpublished by ecodesignscape 2014isBn: 978-0-9563628-9-6arTWOrK

cOMing sOOn Th e beauty of the natural swimming pool

system is that the pool owner’s role is simply to give nature a helping hand. Much of the ‘maintenance’ occurs by itself, and much of the ‘work’ off ers the same pleasures as gardening.

some care is required, however, to keep a natural pool functioning effi ciently and looking good, and this essential handbook provides a straightforward guide to all aspects of caring for your pool. covering water quality, plants, pests, pool wildlife, infrastructure and equipment, it takes you step by step through all aspects of routine care and maintenance and explains how to tackle any problems that may arise. it concludes with a detailed maintenance programme listing the daily, weekly, seasonal and periodic checks and tasks that will ensure that your pool continues to be a delight to own and to use.

MICHAEL LITTLEWOOD

Ecodesignscape

NATURALSWIMMING POOLSCare and Maintenance

care and MainTenance

THe sYsTeMWaTer QuaLiTYWaTer sOurcesWaTer LOss

WaTer HardnesspLanTsaniMaLseQuipMenT

MaTeriaLseLeMenTssTrucTurescare prOgraMMe

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Tree deTaiLingBOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: a4 210mm x 297mm softback, 220 pages, over 100 detailed drawingspublished by ecodesignscape 2013 isBn: 978-0-9563628-7-2

This is a distilled compendium of practical information on all aspects of tree care, planting and maintenance.

each chapter begins with technical guidance notes followed by a set of drawn-to-scale detail sheets. These details can be traced or scanned for direct inclusion with the set of contract drawings. a list of relevant references,bibliography, and a list of associations

and institutions indicate where further guidance can be obtained. a ready reference for all designers and contractors and an indispensable time-saving tool.

This edition has been reprinted as the original but with amended appendices containing up to date information that will be found useful and helpful.

MIC

HAEL

LITT

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TREE

DETA

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sTOcK and sizes

pLanTing

pruning and surgerY

prOTecTiOn OF neW Trees

prOTecTiOn OF exisTing Trees

Tree surrOunds

Trees in cOnTainers & rOOF gardens

MainTenance & ManageMenT

BuiLding, engineering & Trees

surVeY & eVaLuaTiOn

appendices glossary Botanical nomenclature Botanical names Mature Trees on development sites Tree roots nHBc standards Branching Out standard graphics

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Landscape deTaiLing 1 encLOsures

Landscape deTaiLing 2 surFaces

BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: a4 (210 x 297mm)194 pages, 152 detailed drawingssoft coverThird edition 1993published by The architectural pressisBn: 07506-1304-1


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cOpings, cappings and BOnds

Free-sTanding WaLLs

screen WaLLs

reTaining WaLLs

Fences

gaTes and sTiLes

Barriers

TaBLes

VeHicuLar paVing

pedesTrian paVing

sTeps and raMps

Margins, edges and TriMs

KerBs

drainage cHanneLs

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Landscape deTaiLing 3 sTrucTures

Landscape deTaiLing 4 WaTer


BOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: a4 (210 x 297mm)258 pages, 170 detailed drawingssoft coverpublished by The architectural press, Oxford, 2001isBn: 07506-3829 x

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pergOLas, arBOrs, arcHes and LYcH gaTes

sHeLTers, gazeBOs and sHeds

decKs and BOardWaLKs

pedesTrian Bridges

OuTdOOr FurniTure

signs and inFOrMaTiOn

rOOFs

pOnds and pOOLs

sTreaMs and WaTerFaLLs

FOunTains

edges

BanK prOTecTiOn

reVeTMenTs

daMs, Weirs and sLuices

isLands, raFTs and jeTTies

drainage

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cHinese ediTiOn

spanisH ediTiOn

BOOK inFOrMaTiOn

size: a4 (210 x 297mm). Over 300 detailed drawings

These books are currently out of print. photocopies available from Michael Littlewood.

BOOK inFOrMaTiOn

size: a4 (210 x 297mm). Over 300 detailed drawings

These books are currently out of print. photocopies available from Michael Littlewood / ecodesignscape.

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A series of full-colour booklets, demonstrating sustainable self-sufficiency for communities and individuals. Each one is an A4 booklet and comes spiral bound with an accetate cover. These booklets may be purchased/downloaded from my website www.ecodesignscape.co.uk

This 14-page, full-colour a4 brochure offers an inspirational introduction to the benefits of eco-farming and the process of creating a Land Management plan. it outlines the aims, benefits and principles of farming in harmony with nature, and explains how careful planning, design and management can allow you to develop a smallholding which is both successful and sustainable.

Topics include:• problems with conventional farming• Benefits of ecological farming• aims of an eco-smallholding• principles of ecological farming• The importance of planning• The process of creating a Management plan• design elements, natural factors and eco-factors• nature conservation

THe susTainaBLe sMaLLHOLding

designed by Michael Littlewoodsketches by david calow & caroline Kemble

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This 8-page booklet provides introduction information on all aspects of creating a sustainable village and shows how it can help the community with having:• solar, wind, water and biomass power for

alternative energy sources.• reed beds for recycling wastes.• communal gardens for vegetables, fruits, nuts

and beehives for honey.• Water meadows for flood plains, wildlife and wild

flowers.• Mills for timber, flour, paper etc.• green roofs and insulated buildings.• natural recreation places for everyone.• Lakes and ponds for edible plants and animals.• new eco-housing developments.• Local workplaces.• community public transport systems.• education and learning centres for all ages.

THe susTainaBLe ViLLage

designed by andrew crane sketches by caroline Kemble


This 20-page booklet provides introduction information on all aspects of creating a sustainable farm environment and shows how it can help to:• realise the full potential of the land as a holistic,

ecological resource.• ensure a self-sufficient, self-reliant sustainable farm.• establish a productive ecosystem modelled on a

natural woodland or forest.• conserve all the natural resources such as soils,

water, trees, plants and wildlife.• provide opportunities for employment and living

harmoniously on the farm.• care for all domestic animals in a natural way.• recycle all waste on site, save water and make

your own energy.• produce a wide range of organic vegetables,

fruit, nuts, herbs, fish, fowl and meat in harmony with nature for communal use.• ensure respect for nature, people and the overall well-being of the farm and the local

community.

THe susTainaBLe FarM

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This 8-page booklet provides information on all aspects of creating a sustainable residential environment and shows how it can help to:• establish a permanent self-sustaining edible

ecosystem modelled on woodland.• Break away from the traditional garden layout of

segregating uses such as vegetable, fruit, flower, rock, water and rose gardens.

• replace large areas of mown lawns with wild flowers and ground cover plants and reduce maintenance.

• reduce water and energy consumption, material costs and time to maintain the garden.

• reverse the destruction and loss of all the natural resources such as water, trees, plants, wildlife and topsoil.

• produce food – vegetables, fruit, nuts, herbs, fish and fowl – in harmony with nature.

• use companion planting to reduce pests and diseases and provide more vitality in a natural way.• use ‘green’ construction techniques (bioengineering) to minimise the impact on the land.• use all the principles of design such as balance, scale, proportion, harmony, etc. found in

traditional gardens, to create an art form that will delight the senses throughout the year.

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grOW YOur OWn FireWOOdBOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 200 x 240mmsoftback, 108 pages plus coverOver 65 colour illustrations, plus diagramsdesign by andrew cranepublisher: ecodesignscape 2013isBn: 978-0-9563628-6-5

With the ever-rising cost of energy, it makes increasing economic sense to grow your own fuel. a woodland managed on a coppice cycle

can provide an annual harvest of wood for fuel as well as timber for building and other uses. a woodland also off ers the opportunity for landscape improvement and for the creation of wildlife habitats, and it can become a wonderful amenity for recreation and relaxation.

Th is guide is concerned primarily with the establishment of trees for fi rewood over the fi rst 10 to 15 years. it takes you step by step through planning and designing your woodland, selecting the best species for your site, buying stock, preparing the ground, planting and protecting the trees, maintaining your new woodland, and harvesting the wood. it also explains how to bring existing woodland into productive management.

creating a sustainable woodland is an inspirational and uniquely rewarding project, and with the help of this book you will be able to plan, plant and manage a productive woodland in harmony with nature.

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This 8-page booklet provides information on all aspects of creating a sustainable school environment and shows how it can help to:• realise the full potential of the grounds as a total

holistic ecological resource both for the school and the community.

• conserve all the natural resources such as soil, water, trees, plants and wildlife.

• recycle all wastes on site, saving water and energy and reducing costs.

• establish a permanent self-sustaining edible ecosystem modelled on natural woodland.

• produce fresh foods such as vegetables, fruit, nuts, herbs, fish and fowl, in harmony with nature, for children to experience.

• reduce maintenance time and costs by natural labour-saving techniques.

• provide richer habitats for wildlife.• Offer wider scope for national curriculum studies including the extra-curricular themes of

environmental education, economic and industrial understanding and citizenship.• provide better opportunities for social interaction among parents and children and create ongoing

learning interests outside the classroom.• ensure a respect for nature for the future and the well-being of the school and the community.

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grOW YOur OWn FireWOOdBOOK inFOrMaTiOnsize: 200 x 240mmsoftback, 108 pages plus coverOver 65 colour illustrations, plus diagramsdesign by andrew cranepublisher: ecodesignscape 2013isBn: 978-0-9563628-6-5

With the ever-rising cost of energy, it makes increasing economic sense to grow your own fuel. a woodland managed on a coppice cycle

can provide an annual harvest of wood for fuel as well as timber for building and other uses. a woodland also off ers the opportunity for landscape improvement and for the creation of wildlife habitats, and it can become a wonderful amenity for recreation and relaxation.

Th is guide is concerned primarily with the establishment of trees for fi rewood over the fi rst 10 to 15 years. it takes you step by step through planning and designing your woodland, selecting the best species for your site, buying stock, preparing the ground, planting and protecting the trees, maintaining your new woodland, and harvesting the wood. it also explains how to bring existing woodland into productive management.

creating a sustainable woodland is an inspirational and uniquely rewarding project, and with the help of this book you will be able to plan, plant and manage a productive woodland in harmony with nature.

inTrOducTiOn

preparaTiOnplanningdesignTree selection

iMpLeMenTaTiOn stocksite groundworkplanting

ManageMenT protection

MaintenanceHarvestingexisting Woods

cOncLusiOn

resOurces

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Michael Littlewood is a natural landscape architect and environmental planner with extensive experience of successfully designing and implementing sustainable land use projects. His mission has been the introduction of ecological design and planning into the mainstream and is founded on years of practice in a wide variety of situations, landscapes, climates and uses of land for public and private amenities on scales ranging from the residential garden to a village or town.

His designs have incorporated his specialisms of eco-building, bio-engineering, renewable energy systems, water harvesting, waste treatments, organic food production, natural swimming pools, wildlife and nature conservation.

in his work Michael has been guided by a belief in the necessity and value of working in harmony with nature, to a philosophy and design approach rooted in the permaculture ethics of integrating earth care with people care to the increased benefit of both. He sees his concepts as a dramatic and conspicuous example of the value of ecological design, where separating and combining functions and uses makes the most of both worlds, the natural and the artificial, while at the same time creating beauty.

He has had extensive teaching experience at universities and colleges in this country and abroad. Michael started the first course in garden design in this country in 1984 at pershore college. He has also been an external examiner at Writtle college.

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