Spring

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

Updated August 26, 2024
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Around the world in 80 plants
Drori, Jonathan
Paper Book
An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the stories of 80 plants from around the globe. In his follow-up to the bestselling Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori takes another trip across the globe, bringing to life the science of plants by...
Escape to nature: visit 75 of australia's best national park
Australian Geographic
Paper Book
Escape to Nature is a stunning guidebook to 75 of Australia's most unique and awe-inspiring national parks, carefully selected by the Australian Geographic team. Given Australia is home to the highest number of national parks in the world, choosing only 75 of the...
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. A Year of Watercolour walks readers through the creation...
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...
GreenFeast. Spring, summer
Slater, Nigel
Paper Book
The first in a pair of fast, season-led vegetable books from beloved author and cook Nigel Slater. 'Much of my weekday eating contains neither meat nor fish ... It is simply the way my eating has grown to be over the last few years.'   Greenfeast: spring,...
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...
The secret language of flowers
Dobbs, Liz
Paper Book
Discover the uses and symbolic meanings of flowers over the centuries and across the globe. Flowers have been depicted as objects of beauty and wonder in countless paintings and poems, exchanged as tokens of love and affection, and displayed as symbols of both celebration and...
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 create...
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. ...
Discovering natural Tasmania : parks, reserves, forests, coasts
Souter, Gillian
Paper Book
Tasmania is an outdoor lover's paradise - the best-known hiking destination in Australia and must-visit destination for any Australian (or visitor to Australia) who loves the outdoors. Over half of Tasmania consists of national parks, reserves and state forests. These abound with almost endless...
Vegetables love flowers : companion planting for beauty and bounty
Ziegler, Lisa Mason
Paper Book
An indispensable introduction to one of the oldest, yet most radical, ways to improve and beautify your vegetable garden.
The Australian beekeeping manual
Owen, Robert
Paper Book
Now in its 3rd edition, The Australian Beekeeping Manual is the most comprehensive reference for both novice and experienced beekeepers in Australia. The accessible yet detailed text, supported by over 350 full-colour photographs and illustrations, covers all the key areas, including the beekeeping...

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