Spring

Spring has arrived and brings a number of associated topics: gardening, flowers and new life. Check out this list for some inspiration on what to read this Spring.

Updated August 19, 2025
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A year of watercolour : a seasonal guide to botanical watercolour painting
De Winton, Harriet
Paper Book
Discover more than 30 new step-by-step watercolor projects from best-selling author and artist Harriet de Winton, centered around observations of nature through spring, summer, autumn and winter. Create beautiful botanical artworks, engage with the natural world...
Garden hacks : 70 smart, sustainable tips for gardeners
Johansson, Filip
Paper Book
Simple DIY ideas and solutions for eco-conscious gardeners.
The Book of Wild Flowers: Reflections on Favorite Plants
Lewin, Angie.
Paper Book
'A beautiful little book in every way ... Lyrical and eye-catching on the one hand, informative on the other, their work encourages us to look more closely at the nature around us ... A treasure of a book' House & Garden The perfect countryside and armchair companion...
The house of flowers : 30 floristry projects to bring the magic of flowers into your home
Jane, Ashlee
Paper Book
Discover how to bring the joy of flowers into your home with 25 stunning projects.    From vase arrangements to planters, floral crowns to wreaths, life is better with flowers in it. With clear, step-by-step instructions, Ashlee Jane expertly leads you through her...
Tree in the House
Hickson, Annabelle
Paper Book
Part guide for the aspiring home florist, part ode to rural interiors and buildings, A Tree in the House celebrates the art of arranging flowers for celebrations big, small and in-between held throughout the year. Annabelle Hickson provides ideas and instructions for celebratory...
Paper Flowers : 15 Stylish Projects to Make Your Own
Finne Frandsen, Sine
Paper Book
Learn to make 15 beautiful crepe paper flowers and discover how to style them in your space.  This charmingly illustrated book includes 15 flower projects of varying degrees of difficulty, ranging from a mini anemone and striped orchid to an impressive flamingo flower...
Visionary: Gardens and Landscapes for our Future
Takacs, Claire.
Paper Book
In Visionary: Gardens and Landscapes for our Future photographer Claire Takacs and landscape architect Giacomo Guzzon introduce stunning private and public gardens from around the world that have addressed both sustainability and climate change with outstanding results. ...
Everyday Permaculture: Sustainable Living For Every Space
Gibbons, Anna Matilda.
Everyday Permaculture is the only guide to sustainable living for renters and those in apartments or with limited space. This book gives practical and simple ways for people to incorporate permaculture and other eco-friendly habits into their lifestyle, no matter where they live. ...
Wild by design: naturalistic gardening for modern australian landscapes
Pilgrim, Tim.
How to create a biodiverse, climate-proof, plant-driven garden for any space, inspired by the beauty of nature.
For The Love Of Plants: Over 150 Plants To Bring Joy To Your Garden And Your Life
Frost, Adam.
Paper Book
Wander through Adam's gardens as he reflects on the plants that have shaped his life. The scents of the lavender and rosemary lining the garden path instantly welcome you to what follows: a wildflower meadow, an ornamental kitchen garden, a shady courtyard, terrace and borders,...
The Container Gardening Handbook : A Beginner's Guide to Growing Flowers in Pots
Palmer, Isabelle
Whether you have a roof terrace, a tiny balcony or just a window sill, there's no excuse not to get gardening. The Container Gardening Handbook shows just how easy it is to get started in the garden - and how to make the most of every little space. ...
Garden People : Valerie Finnis and the Golden Age of Gardening
Elliott, Brent
Paper Book
Roald Dahl and his family in their garden at Great Missenden; Nancy Lancaster, society hostess and interior designer, sporting an elegant straw sombrero and snipping delicately at her roses;Vita Sackville-West at Sissinghurst these and many other dedicated gardeners are captured here by the...
The houseplant handbook: a beginner's guide to caring for houseplants
Bailey, Alice.
The Houseplant Handbook is a useful guide on how to find perfect plant matches for your home environments with a sustainable and innovative approach. Focusing on working with the plants you already own, the book is divided in chapters detailing all the...
How To Design A Garden: Create And Maintain Your Dream Garden
Wilkinson, Pollyanna.
Paper Book
The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller* "A beautiful and practical guide to both designing and maintaining a garden and written in her inimitable no-nonsense yet relatable style." The Home Page _________ Design the garden of your dreams...
Nettles And Petals: Grow Food. Eat Weeds. Save Seeds. The Sunday Times Bestseller
Walton, Jamie.
Paper Book
Nettles and Petals is a practical and accessible 'how-to' guide for growing your own food, and gardening sustainably. Learn from an expert, with the professional horticulturalist, popular Instagram personality and Social Media Influencer of the Year 2024 Jamie Walton (@nettlesandpetals).
Planting for Native Birds, Bees and Butterflies
Crupi, Jaclyn.
An essential, eye-opening (and beautiful) guide to the simple, sustainable ways we can invite more native birds, bees and butterflies into our gardens and outdoor spaces.
Off to the Nursery: A celebration of gardening, plants and seasons
Oehr, Alice.
Paper Book
Learn all about gardens and gardening in this engaging tour through a plant nursery - packed with practical ideas, stunning illustrations, and delightful personalities. A tribute to the people who nurture our gardens and strengthen our connection to nature, featuring the vibrant and...
Creating a bird-friendly garden : what to plant to attract key Australian species
Jackson, Stephanie
Paper Book
This beautifully illustrated book provides a wealth of information to enable every reader to create their own corner of paradise that wild birds will be eager to share, however large or small their garden. It introduces more than 70 species of birds that routinely visit gardens and provides the...
Soil is not a dirty word : a lifetime of secrets & tips for gardeners
Castree, Craig
Soil is Not A Dirty Word, Craig Castree shares urgent insights into the symbiotic relationships between plants and the microscopic worlds of bacteria and fungi that sustain them. This book will transform the way you see the ground beneath your feet. During his three-year dive down the rabbit hole to...

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