Gardens on the Edge: A Journey Through Australian Landscapes by Christine Reid

$59.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

18 stunning Australian gardens, each bordering a natural 'frontier', including rainforest, river, desert, bushland, saltbush plains, volcanic lake, mountain ranges and the ocean's edge This lavishly photographed book, written and curated by internationally respected gardening author Christine Reid and shot by renowned photographer Simon Griffiths, focuses on 18 stunning gardens from around Australia situated on a natural 'frontier'-rainforest, desert, bushland, saltbush plains, a volcanic crater, the ocean's edge, a harbour. The featured gardens have been created or restored in locations where the surrounding natural landscape is as significant as the cultivated and designed elements. In its images and stories Gardens on the Edge is much about the diversity and character of the Australian continent as it about the gardens. The accompanying stories not only explore the establishment of the garden, but also reference Australian history and geography, and cover issues ranging from dealing with droughts and climate change to restoring a long-neglected kitchen garden. ...Show more

The Gardeners Book of Patterns by WALLINGTON. JACK

$39.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming | Series: Royal Horticultural Society

  Fully endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society, a practical reference that will help readers to create mood, proportion and scale in the garden.    • Packed with inspiring photographs of gardens, borders and features, this book provides a wealth of ideas for adapting schemes t o fit the area being planted.   • Includes patterns for 'natural' designs as well as more formal approaches.   • TOPICS COVERED: Plants with Pattern: Leaf Shape and Texture; Patterns in Garden Layouts: Symmetrical and Formal; Patterns using Plants: Borders and Bedding; Patterns in Landscape     ...Show more

Plant Tribe: Living Happily Ever after with Plants by Igor Josifovic; Judith De Graaff

$49.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

The bestselling authors of Urban Jungle delve into the many ways that nurturing plants helps nurture the soul This new book by the authors of the bestselling Urban Jungle addresses the life-changing magic of living with and caring for plants. Aimed at a wider audience than typical houseplant books, eac h chapter combines easily digestible plant knowledge, style guidance via real home interiors, and inspiring advice for using plants to increase energy, creativity, and well-being and to attract love and prosperity. Also included: real-world @urbanjungleblog followers' FAQs; a section on plants and pets; and plant care for the different stages of a houseplant's life. The focus is on using plants to raise the positive energy of every room in the house and to live happily ever after with plants. ...Show more

Green: Plants for Small Spaces, Indoors and Out by Jason Chongue

$32.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

In Green, Jason Chongue explains and simplifies how to curate and look after plants in small urban spaces. He provides a practical and personal guide to creating urban gardens and styling with plants, perfect for a range of environments and climates, inside or out. From balconies, porches, courtyards an d small backyards to entryways, offices and living spaces, this 'how to' guide is an approachable resource for gardeners of all types.   Chapters cover understanding your climate, a plant maintenance calendar, curating a range of spaces and appreciating plants in public spaces, as well as quick tips for styling and plant care. Jason also invites 'Plant People' across the globe to provide an insight into how people are inspired by nature. Green is the perfect guide to small-space gardening, beautifully photographed and illustrated, and will help you transform your indoor and outdoor spaces into a lush, healthy oasis in no time.   ...Show more

The Little Veggie Patch Co by Fabian Capomolla and Mat Pember; Fabian Capomolla; Mat Pember

$26.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

After years of helping clients grow fruit and vegetables, the Little Veggie Patch Co. crew believe anyone can grow their own food, in most any area in Australia. And in this bestselling easy-to-use guide they show you how simple it is! Fundamentals such as Soil, Climate, Watering, Composting, Worm Farms , Saving and Sowing Seeds, and Raised Garden Beds and Crates are all covered comprehensively - each with fully illustrated step-by-step plans that show how to create your own little veggie patch in any space. A complete A-Z of Edible Plants gives you vital information on more than 40 vegetables (and fruit trees), including detailed planting information, ongoing maintenance advice, tips on best companions and when to harvest. And the Weekend Activities scattered throughout the book will get the kids involved too, whether they're Making a Scarecrow, Building a Spud Tower or Growing Beans in a Bean Can. Lots of fun, and packed full of all the knowledge you'll need - plus recipes and some hilarious stories - this colourful guide is for anyone interested in growing their own food.   ...Show more

Roses by Herron & Murray

$19.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

Step-By-Step Veg Patch - Australia by Lucy Chamberlain

$39.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

Step-by-step Veg Patch- How to Grow Your Own Food in Australia contains brilliantly simple instructions on how to grow the most common vegetables, fruits and herbs (including 275 varieties), especially designed for Australian climates. You just look up the crop you want to grow, then follow the photogr aphic instructions and practical advice about starting, nurturing, harvesting and pruning. This fully revised edition includes clear and helpful yearly planners for vegetables and fruit crops, as well as information on how to plan and prepare your space. Whether you have a few pots inside, a small raised bed, a vegetable patch or a larger area, this is the one-stop shop for anyone wanting to grow and eat their own food. ...Show more

Dale Vine's Outdoor Reno Guide by VINE, DALE

$39.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

Nobody wants to spend time in a tired, uninspiring backyard. But how can you create an outdoor space that's beautiful and works for your needs? Landscaper and much loved The Block contestant, Dale Vine will help you create your dream garden with his Outdoor Reno Guide. From the initial vision to planning, budgeting and final execution, Dale demystifies the process of turning your humble garden into a space that you and your family want to spend time in, whether you're starting with bare ground or you are renovating an existing space.  With clear examples, notes on common pitfalls and simple, step-by-step DIY projects, Dale provides the specific tips, tricks and advice essential for any landscaping project, from site analysis to lifestyle considerations to plant selection. His most important message: you need a plan.  No matter its size or shape, you can transform your outdoor space from a neglected, untamed patch of dirt and weeds into something magical on any budget - and even small changes can turn a simple backyard into a photogenic sanctuary.  Dale Vine's Outdoor Reno Guide is an inspirational and instructive resource thanks to Dale's years of experience and expert knowledge. With great photos throughout, see the potential of your garden through the lens of an expert landscaper. ...Show more

The Story of Trees... And How They Changed the World by Kevin Hobbs; David West

$49.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

The Story of Trees takes the reader on a visual journey from some of the earliest known tree species on our planet to the latest fruit cultivars. The chosen trees have all had a profound effect on the planet and humankind. Starting with the Ginkgo biloba, fossils of which date back 270 million year s, we learn about how trees came to be integral to the development of our species, and how specific trees have become important religious, political, and cultural symbols. With beautiful illustrations by Thibaud Herem and fascinating botanical facts and figures, this book will appeal to tree lovers from all over the world.    ...Show more

How to Grow Your Dinner - Without Leaving the House by Claire Ratinon

$24.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

A vegetable garden is not an option for everyone, and so container growing has become a desirable option for people with little outside space. Many have discovered the love of growing houseplants and want to take their skills to another level; others are inspired by the idea of growing their own food or ganically and sustainably. The book covers all the essentials of growing a range of edible plants in pots, and meeting each crop's specific needs. Author Claire Ratinon brings her urban food growing expertise to this popular subject, in a book designed to appeal to new gardeners and anyone who would like to take on the rewarding challenge of growing their own dinner, even if they've only got a window box or balcony to work with. ...Show more

Plants for the People .. Plant Medicine by Erin Lovell Verinder

$39.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

Plants are our oldest source of medicine and a leading wellspring of our future cures. This book is a celebration of plants and an introduction to their healing powers. An exploration of the plant world through the eyes of master herbalist Erin Lovell Verinder, her expert advice weaves ancient tradition al knowledge with a modern approach to plant medicine.Including dozens of medicinal plants--from aloe vera to turmeric--this volume introduces readers to each plant's unique personality, story, characteristics, quirks, and strengths. Verinder explains how to use these herbs in tinctures, teas, balms, essences, lotions, and more. From gathering to storing, Plants for the People is filled with captivating visuals and informative text to give readers an understanding of plant medicines.This herbal compendium encourages readers to explore the world of plant medicine and expand their journey to health and wellness through nature's bounty. ...Show more

Botanical Revelation: European Encounters with Australian Plants Before Darwin by David J. Mabberley

$89.99 AUD

Category: Gardening/Farming

Combining science, horticulture, art and economics, this lavishly illustrated book - with many never-before-published images - reveals the motives and complex networks that led to the international spread of knowledge and cultivation of hundreds of Australian plants in Europe in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.Based on the superb Peter Crossing Collection, Botanical Revelation documents a revolutionary phase in the understanding of Australia's flora and science more generally. ...Show more