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Ah, Buttercup!
I lived in Moose Jaw a very long time ago so I can understand wanting a library for over the winter.
Anything by Rodale Press is usually fantastic - and they really know what they're talking about. These are the people who publish Organic Gardening magazine. The industry is just lately realizing the danger of old-fashioned, pressure-treated landscape ties when used on playground equipment and to build vegetable garden beds. 9 or 10 years ago, the magazine raised the alarm about the arsenic and other dangerous chemicals used in these products. They also have a large number of titles to choose from.
Dorling/Kindersly publishers do a great series of specific subjects in smaller, handbook format. They're very detailed and easy to read and reference. I went to hunt for my "Herbs" book and discovered I'd lent it to someone! Drat!! My "Trees" one went missing at the old workplace a long time ago. Double drat!!
My one "absolute, must-have, take it with me when I'm consulting" book is "Right Plant, Right Place" by Nicola Ferguson. This one gives complete lists of different plants according to your specific needs. It's got lots of good pics and info on each plant suggested with lists to cross-reference those ones that fall in a variety of categories. When I'm designing, I'll read thru it and it always jogs my memory as to appropriate choices.
Hope these gave you a few ideas. Happy reading and dreaming!!
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