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
Create beautiful botanical artworks, engage with the natural world around you, and take pleasure in the changing seasons with A Year of Watercolour. Award-winning and bestselling artist and tutor Harriet de Winton takes you through more than 30 step-by-step botanical paintings...
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
Illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks celebrate wild flowers and their place in the landscape with The Book of Wild Flowers. Christopher Stocks reveals the interesting and unusual history and science of wildflowers, including guidance on where they can be found and tips for...
The house of flowers : 30 floristry projects to bring the magic of flowers into your home
Jane, Ashlee
Paper Book
Bring the joy of flowers into your home with 30 stunning projects for every season. From spring planters to summer floral crowns and autumn vase arrangements to winter wreaths; life is better with flowers all year round. With clear, step-by-step...
Tree in the House
Hickson, Annabelle
Paper Book
A Tree in the House is part guide for the aspiring home florist, and part celebration of rural life in sync with nature.  Now in its second edition with a beautiful new cover, this book honours the joy and simple, natural beauty flowers bring to the...
Paper Flowers : 15 Stylish Projects to Make Your Own
Finne Frandsen, Sine
Paper Book
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 and a meadow buttercup. Master the art of making and adapting the flowers through the step-by-step instructions and...
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.
Paper Book
Whether you're a renter, homeowner or apartment dweller, Everyday Permaculture is the guide to sustainable living for everyone. This book gives practical and simple ways for people to incorporate permaculture and other eco-friendly habits into their lifestyle, no matter where they...
Wild by design: naturalistic gardening for modern australian landscapes
Pilgrim, Tim.
Paper Book
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
Take a wander through Adam's garden as he reflects on the plants that have shaped his life. The scents of the rosemary and thyme lining the garden path instantly welcome you to what follows: a wildflower meadow, an ornamental kitchen garden, a shady courtyard, terrace and...
The Container Gardening Handbook : A Beginner's Guide to Growing Flowers in Pots
Palmer, Isabelle
Paper Book
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
A glorious photographic record of the postwar English gardening scene by one of the people at its epicentre. 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...
The houseplant handbook: a beginner's guide to caring for houseplants
Bailey, Alice.
Paper Book
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 possible...
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
A compelling call to change the way we think about gardening and growing food, Nettles & Petals by ecological horticulturist and social media sensation Jamie Walton is the only guide you need to make your garden more sustainable. Full of inviting imagery and essential...
Planting for Native Birds, Bees and Butterflies
Crupi, Jaclyn.
Paper Book
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
Paper Book
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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