Felicia Brower – författare

The Pacific Northwest will be in full bloom with Northwest Home Landscaping, 4th Edition! Find inspiring ideas to make your home landscape more attractive and functional in this must-have resource that is an updated edition of Creative Homeowner's award-winning best seller on landscaping northwest-style. The 48 featured landscape designs are created by professionals from the region and use more than 200 plants that thrive in the northwest. Detailed instructions for projects, such as paths, patios, ponds, and arbors, are also included. Over 400 full-color photographs are complemented by easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Updates to this edition include an emphasis on native plants and those more suitable to the region, identifications of invasive and banned plants, the impact of climate change on the northwest region -- from warming temperatures, increased wildfire risk, and insect and disease outbreaks -- updated plant profiles, and more.

A vibrant, informative guide to the unexpected nature found in and around DenverWild Denver is an accessible and fun guide to the natural wonders found in Denver, Colorado and its near surroundings. In the grand tradition of Timber Press's Wild series, this nature-centric instalment first leads readers through the natural history, environments, and phenomenon occurring in Denver, from the lore of Colorado's iconic Dinger the Dinosaur to the impact of the Dust Bowl drought. Then it shifts gears and takes adventurers on 25 exciting field trips that include both popular parks as well as lesser-known "hidden gems." Lastly, to help adventurers from all walks of life get the most out of these journeys, what follows is a colorful selection of 99 plants, trees, and animals found in and about an hour's drive of this naturally gorgeous city. Whether you're visiting or eager to know a different side of your hometown, Wild Denver holds the key to new and exciting experiences.