Stefani Bittner

I have always had a desire to garden. Growing up my grandfather had a beautiful vegetable garden in his backyard that I frequently admired and enjoyed the harvest of. Over the years, I have attempted to create my own little garden with disastrous results. After each failed attempt I've wondered if it's me or if it's what I'm trying to grow. It's this reason that I decided to read Harvest by Stefani Bittner and Alethea Harampolis. Maybe this book could help me realize what has been missing in my gardening endeavors.

The first thing that grabbed my attention was the gorgeous photography. It has a rustic feel to it which is very calm and inviting. The book is separated into three sections that align with the time of year that you should be planting these certain plants or vegetables. There is early (late winter to early spring, mid (summer to early fall), and late (late fall to early winter) For someone who knows nothing about gardening, I found this to be very helpful.

Not only are there vegetables and flowers that are included in this book but other "ingredient alternatives" like Edible Flower Garnishes, Simple Syrup, and even a wreath and garland. This part had to be my favorite part of the entire book and only wish there were more. Many of the decorative alternatives most likely will never be used by me but I can see those that do thrive in decorating loving them. There really is something for everyone in this book.

For those that are knowledgable in gardening, this book could be disappointing but for anyone that is inexperienced like myself I think you will really enjoy it. Even if you never try anything from the book itself, just flipping through and looking at the beautiful pictures is relaxing in and of itself.… (altro)

What really makes Harvest: Unexpected Projects Using 47 Extraordinary Garden Plants by Stefani Bittner and Alethea Harampolis such an appealing book is the photography. From the simple and vibrant cover to the full page images that make up half the book, the book conjures up its message of the bounty possible in a garden and makes me want to run out and start planting.

Read my complete review at http://www.memoriesfrombooks.com/2017/03/harvest.html

Reviewed for the Blogging for Books program… (altro)

This lovely book consists of 47 projects using a variety of plants and flowers for creating among other things, herbal teas, infused oils, and striking arrangements using unexpected plants. The projects come with clear and easy to follow instructions with further tips at the end of the book. Each project focuses on a specific plant with information about the plant and how to grow the particular variety in question, as well as the project itself. The book is arranged by seasons, inspiring readers to make the most of nature throughout the year.

The authors included high-quality photos which I found inspiring. In fact, just reading this book made me want to run out to the garden shop and buy some herbs and other plants. It also made me appreciate the fact that some plants could be put to more uses than I had assumed.

This book would no doubt be the perfect gift for a gardener or a creative person who wants to make the most of some common plants found in gardens and backyards and with plants that can be easily found at a local shop.

Thanks to Blogging for Books for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
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