Gardening

Grow Fresh Salad Greens All Year Round with Minimal Effort With a little creativity and the right approach, you can enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, nutrient-dense salad greens right in the comfort of your own home. This book shows you how to do it,...

The Herb Gardening Handbook is a comprehensive guide to growing and harvesting herbs, no matter the space available. It covers the basics of getting started, including the best growing conditions, and provides 12 stylish projects to suit various spaces,...

Breed Your Own Vegetable Varieties is a comprehensive guide to plant breeding and seed saving, providing gardeners and farmers with the knowledge and techniques to create their own unique vegetable varieties.Written by Carol Deppe, this second edition of...

Dahlias are a fabulous choice for adding a pop of colour to your garden. One bloom can produce ten more, making them a great option for home gardens. These late-summer to autumn-blooming flowers are native to Mexico and can thrive in wintry climates with...

Teaming with Fungi: The Organic Grower's Guide to Mycorrhizae by Jeff Lowenfels Discover the hidden world of fungi in your garden. Almost every plant forms a relationship with fungi, and understanding this partnership can greatly benefit your gardening...

Learn the art of hydrangea care with this comprehensive guide for beginners. Discover the history and anatomy of these beautiful flowers, and gain the knowledge to bring endless blooms into your garden.From choosing healthy plants to pruning and...

Discover the secret to a garden that keeps on giving with perennial vegetables. While many gardeners focus on annual crops, few realize the potential of perennial vegetables, which can provide a continuous harvest with minimal maintenance.This beginner's...

RHS Roses Discover Their Potential - Choose the Best - Grow with Confidence by Michael Marriott is a comprehensive guide to roses, showcasing stunning photography and expert advice on how to choose, grow, and enjoy these beautiful plants. With over 200...

Botany for Gardeners, Fourth Edition: An Introduction to the Science of Plants Discover the fascinating world of plants and how they thrive in different environments. This comprehensive guide covers the fundamental principles of botany, from the...

Create a natural, sustainable approach to gardening for plots both big and small. The Little Book of Wild Gardening offers a guide for anyone looking to garden in a more sustainable, natural way. By working with nature, you can benefit not just your...

RHS You Will Be Able to Garden by the End of This Book: A Foolproof Step-by-step Guide to GardeningThis comprehensive guide to gardening is backed by the authority of the RHS, providing a gentle yet effective introduction to the world of horticulture...

A comprehensive guide to dahlias, featuring nearly 700 selections, this encyclopedia covers the history, care, and propagation of these popular flowers. With detailed notes on their cultural peculiarities and additional chapters on hybridizing and...

Healing Garden: Cultivating and Handcrafting Herbal Remedies is a comprehensive guide to growing and using healing plants. Juliet Blankespoor, founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, shares her expertise on how to bring the beauty and...

The RHS Latin for Gardeners: Unlocking the Secrets of Botanical Latin Discover the fascinating world of Latin plant names and how they reveal the hidden histories of your garden. This comprehensive guide features over 3,000 Latin names, each clearly...

Discover the Magical World of Moss Gardening Moss is a fascinating and versatile plant that can add year-round colour and beauty to your garden. It thrives in difficult climates, prevents soil erosion, and resists pests and disease. In this beautifully...

Palm trees are a diverse and beautiful group of plants, with many species to cultivate and care for in your own garden. This guide provides expert advice on growing conditions, soil, climate, and special needs for each tree, accompanied by photographs...

Wild The Naturalistic Garden by Noël Kingsbury and Claire Takacs Discover the latest trend in garden design, where nature and sustainability come together in beautiful and innovative ways. This comprehensive overview showcases over 40 gardens from around...

Grow your own fruit trees in even the smallest backyard with the help of specialized pruning techniques. Ann Ralph shows you how to cultivate small yet abundant fruit trees, keeping your gardening duties manageable while reaping a bountiful harvest...

Get the most out of your garden without breaking the bank with Anya Lautenbach's expert guidance. This month-by-month plan shows you how to make the most of every season, from self-sown seedlings to spot-on propagation and seasonal pruning jobs.Inside,...

For a more beautiful, abundant, and forgiving garden, consider a different approach to gardening. Gaia's Garden, the revised and updated edition of Toby Hemenway's guide to ecological gardening, shows how to create a backyard ecosystem that works...

Beth Chatto's expertise on low-maintenance gardening is invaluable for those seeking a trouble-free, all-year-round garden with minimal care. In this book, she shares her guidance on plants that thrive in dry conditions, providing a year-round display of...

The New Book of Salvias Sages for Every Garden by Betsy Clebsch is a comprehensive guide to these versatile and attractive plants. With over 150 species featured, this updated edition includes 50 new additions and 100 new photographs and illustrations,...

Discover the secrets to a thriving garden with companion planting. This practical guide shows you how to plan your garden for maximum success, using the natural relationships between plants to boost growth and reduce pests.With clear instructions and...

The Plant Rescuer: The Book Your Houseplants Want You to Read by Sarah Gerrard-Jones is a comprehensive guide for anyone who loves their indoor plants.With clear and concise advice, this book covers everything from the basics of plant care to more...

Revitalize your garden with the power of locally sourced materials. Nigel Palmer's guide shows you how to create biologically diverse inoculants and mineral-rich amendments using materials like leaf mold, weeds, eggshells, and bones, available for little...

The Essential Garden Design Workbook Completely Revised and Expanded by Rosemary Alexander and Rachel Myers is a comprehensive guide for garden designers and professionals. This fully updated third edition includes new photographs, illustrations, garden...

Discover the rhythms of nature with The Forager's Almanac, a month-by-month guide to foraging and wildcrafting. Learn how to identify and harvest wild plants, and use them in delicious recipes and relaxing projects. With over 20 years of experience,...

Dig for Victory; Monthly Growing Guides and Commentary by John Harrison is a collection of wartime monthly guides that helped Britain feed itself from its gardens and allotments during World War Two. The guides, published by the government in 1945, were...

Suzanne Ashworth's comprehensive guide to seed saving and growing techniques for vegetable gardeners is a valuable resource for anyone looking to take control of their garden's productivity. With detailed information on 160 different vegetables, this...

Discover the beauty of perennials and woody plants in your cutting garden with this expert guide. Rachel Siegfried shares her carefully selected 130 rigorously trialed plants, showcasing their unique character and potential for stunning arrangements.With...

Nigel Dunnett's approach to naturalistic planting has been a source of inspiration for city dwellers for decades, creating beautiful and uplifting spaces that resonate with the natural world. In this book, he shares his philosophy and working methods,...

Establishing and maintaining espalier fruit trees is a rewarding project that combines beauty and productivity. By training fruit trees and shrubs to grow in controlled shapes, you can create a unique and functional garden feature that offers numerous...

The Complete Gardener's Manual is a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to create and maintain a thriving garden. With its wealth of practical advice and inspiring design ideas, this manual covers everything from planning and planting to pruning and...

Discover the best times to grow and harvest medicinal herbs with The Herb Almanac. This beautifully illustrated guide from the historic Chelsea Physic Garden shares expert knowledge on foraging for wild medicine, including water mint, St John's Wort, and...

Discover the art of Japanese gardening in this beautifully produced book, featuring over 200 original photographs. Monty Don explores the traditions and culture that inform some of Japan's most beautiful gardens, from the historic beauty of Kyoto to the...

Explore the Magical World of Herbs Discover the secrets of herbs and create your own healing potions, remedies, and magical preparations. This enchanting workbook is filled with recipes, projects, stories, and activities to help you learn about the...

No dig organic gardening is a time-saving approach that requires an annual dressing of compost to improve soil structure and fertility. This manual, written by experts Charles Dowding and Stephanie Hafferty, shows how to set up a no dig garden and make...

Grow your own citrus tree with confidence. This comprehensive guide covers the care and cultivation of four popular citrus varieties: lemon, grapefruit, orange, and lime. You'll find expert advice on choosing the right pots and soils, as well as...

Create a wildlife pond in your own backyard and attract local species to your garden. This comprehensive guide provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig and maintain a pond, including advice on aquatic plants and ensuring safe entry and exit for...

Mycelium Running: How Mushrooms Can Help Save the WorldThis comprehensive guide explores the potential of mycelium to restore the environment. By harnessing the power of mushroom mycelium, it is possible to recycle carbon, nitrogen, and other essential...

Discover the power of endophytic bacteria in plant growth and development. In this latest book from Jeff Lowenfels, Teaming with Bacteria explores the latest science behind how these beneficial microorganisms supply nutrients to a wide range of plants,...

Highgrove: A Garden Celebrated is a beautiful tribute to the mature gardens planned and planted by The Prince of Wales over thirty years ago. The gardens at Highgrove evoke intense emotion, with each season bringing its own unique charm.Lavishly...

The Plant Lover's Guide to Snowdrops by Naomi Slade is a comprehensive resource for home gardeners looking to cultivate and care for these delicate, yet striking bulbs. With profiles of 60 hybrids, species, and cultivars, the book provides in-depth...

Charles Dowding's Vegetable Garden Diary No Dig, Healthy Soil, Fewer Weeds, 3rd Edition This full-color gardener's journal provides a year-round guide to growing great crops, with 75% advice on how to succeed and 25% space for your own notes. Charles...

A Year Full of Flowers is a comprehensive guide to gardening for all seasons, offering inspiration, planting ideas, and expert advice from Sarah Raven. With a focus on colour and scent, this book showcases hundreds of hardy flower varieties that can be...

Turn your outdoor space into a sanctuary for nature and create a haven for local wildlife. Wild Your Garden is a practical guide to rewilding your garden, with expert advice and step-by-step projects to help you make a positive impact on the environment...

On the Necessity of Gardening: An ABC of Art, Botany and CultivationThis inventive abecedarium explores the garden as a rich source of inspiration, tracing its evolution from medieval paradise to modern-day reflection of our relationship with the earth...

The Flower Yard is a stunning example of how to create a vibrant and thriving garden in even the smallest of spaces. With its unique blend of colour and texture, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to add some glamour to their outdoor space...

Create and maintain a thriving underwater ecosystem with Aquascaping: A Step-by-Step Guide to Planting, Styling, and Maintaining Beautiful Aquariums. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to design and care for a stunning aquarium, complete with...

Discover the best ornamental grasses for your garden or landscape with this comprehensive guide. Neil Lucas profiles the most suitable grasses for different settings, providing expert advice on cultivation and design.This A to Z guide covers a wide range...

For those new to gardening, GrowVeg offers a straightforward approach to creating a thriving edible garden. Benedict Vanheems shares simple, achievable projects to get you started, from a miniature orchard to a rustic crate of herbs. With step-by-step...

Strengthen and cultivate the soil food web to grow healthy plants without the use of chemicals. This comprehensive guide provides practical information on how to create a balanced ecosystem in your garden, using natural methods to promote soil health and...

Niwaki Pruning, Training and Shaping Trees the Japanese WayDiscover the art of shaping your garden trees with the distinctive techniques of Japanese gardeners. This highly practical book offers in-depth guidance on pruning and training a range of tree...

Rewild Your Garden: Create a Haven for Birds, Bees and Butterflies Transform your outdoor space into a haven for wildlife and do your bit for the planet. In this practical guide, Frances Tophill shares her expertise on how to plan and maintain a...

The Kinfolk Garden: How to Live with NatureA beautifully crafted book that explores the connection between nature and our homes, featuring stunning photographs and inspiring stories from around the world.From a gardener's secret oasis on a Parisian...

Piet Oudolf and Henk Gerritsen's groundbreaking work on the New Perennial Movement has revolutionized landscape design, transforming private and public spaces with its naturalistic use of hardy perennials and grasses. This expanded and updated edition of...

Planting A New Perspective is a comprehensive guide to creating plant-rich, beautiful gardens that support biodiversity and nourish the human spirit. With an in-depth understanding of plant ecology and performance, this book explains how plants behave in...

Change can happen one person, one patch of land, one decision at a time. By working together, we can make a significant impact on the world around us. This book explores the concept of Acts of Restorative Kindness (ARK), which involves restoring and...

Japanese Maples: A Comprehensive Guide to Selection and Cultivation. With over 150 new introductions and 600 detailed descriptions, this fourth edition of Japanese Maples is a must-have for gardeners. The book features over 500 color photographs to aid...

No Dig: Nourish Your Soil to Grow Better Veg with Less EffortTransform your weedy plot into a thriving vegetable garden without back-breaking effort. Charles Dowding's No Dig system shows you how to work in partnership with nature to boost soil...

Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms is a comprehensive guide to cultivating a diverse range of mushroom species for commercial or home use. With precise growth parameters for thirty-one species, this book provides detailed gardening tips, production...