Ortho Books

Overview

Works:	300 works in 550 publications in 2 languages and 67,675 library holdings
Genres:	Handbooks and manuals Conference papers and proceedings Criticism, interpretation, etc
Roles:	Editor, Author
Classifications:	SB321, 635

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works by Ortho Books

Ortho's home improvement encyclopedia by Robert J Beckstrom( Book )

6 editions published between 1985 and 2000 in English and held by 1,157 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Covers 120 improvement projects for homes

How to design&build decks & patios( Book )

1 edition published in 1979 in English and held by 791 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Profusely illustrated text provides information on the design and construction of outdoor living areas

All about lawns by Michael MacCaskey( Book )

6 editions published between 1979 and 1994 in English and held by 757 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Guidelines for selecting grass, installing a lawn, and keeping the lawn healthy and weed-free

Ortho's complete guide to successful gardening by Deni W Stein( Book )

2 editions published in 1983 in English and held by 753 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A guide to gardening throughout the year that includes care of plants, shrubs, trees and annuals

Building birdhouses & feeders by Edward A Baldwin( Book )

5 editions published between 1990 and 1994 in English and held by 740 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A project book that combines two popular hobbies: bird-watching and woodworking. It contains plans and instructions for 12 birdhouses and 12 bird feeders designed for feathered backyard visitors in all regions of the country

All about vegetables by Walter L Doty( Book )

11 editions published between 1973 and 1996 in 3 languages and held by 696 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses soil, water, fertilizer and plant protection, tells how to make the most of the growing season, and instructs on planning and seeding a vegetable garden

All about roses by Rex Wolf( Book )

6 editions published between 1983 and 1995 in English and held by 689 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the history of roses, planting, landscaping, and care of roses, and includes an illustrated list of over 250 varieties

Deck plans by Robert J Beckstrom( Book )

2 editions published between 1985 and 1998 in English and held by 684 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Diagrams, photos, and text describe how to build 12 decks. Includes building plans, materials lists, and construction steps

Shade gardening by A. Cort Sinnes( Book )

5 editions published between 1982 and 1996 in English and held by 653 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Basic masonry techniques by T. Jeff Williams( Book )

4 editions published between 1985 and 1997 in English and held by 633 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Diagrams, photos, and text describe how to build walks, patios, walls, and foundations. Includes techniques for working with brick, block, stone, and concrete

Ortho's all about roofing and siding basics( Book )

2 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 631 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains how to install and repair roofs, siding, and gutters

How to attract hummingbirds & butterflies by John V Dennis( Book )

3 editions published in 1991 in English and held by 608 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Ortho's all about garden pools and fountains by Veronica Lorson Fowler( Book )

4 editions published between 1998 and 1999 in English and held by 594 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains how to install and maintain a water garden

The Ortho home gardener's problem solver( Book )

6 editions published between 1993 and 2004 in English and held by 587 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A guide to solving common gardening problems that describes how to identify and solve problems with both indoor and outdoor plants

Ortho's complete guide to vegetables by Jacqueline Hériteau( Book )

4 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This handy guide covers all aspects of growing vegetables, from soil preparation to harvesting

All about trees( Book )

3 editions published between 1982 and 1992 in English and held by 569 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Provides instruction on selecting a tree and planting, feeding, watering, and pruning it for proper growth. Includes an encyclopedia of trees arranged by botanical name

Basic carpentry techniques by T. Jeff Williams( Book )

4 editions published between 1981 and 1997 in English and held by 568 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This indispensable reference book will help you with all your carpentry projects, from building a simple bookcase to framing an entire house. Easy-to-follow text and illustrations demonstrate all the skills you need to be a proficient carpenter. Learn to use the tools to measure, cut, and join wood to make anything you want

Ortho's all about greenhouses by Larry Hodgson( Book )

2 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 565 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

How to choose the greenhouse that's right for you, plans and instructions for building 10 different styles, state-of-the-art equipment for maximum success and complete growing techniques for professional-quality plants

Ortho's home gardener's problem solver( Book )

4 editions published between 2000 and 2001 in English and held by 550 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains how to identify, troubleshoot, and fix a wide variety of indoor and outdoor gardening problems

Gardening in containers( Book )

6 editions published between 1983 and 1996 in English and held by 542 WorldCat member libraries worldwide