RHS the Rose: The History of the World's Favourite Flower Told Through 40 by Brent Elliott

$55.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Arranged chronologically, The Rose brings to life the arrival of each flower in gardens, detailing the history of the layout of rose gardens and the role that roses play in the 'language of flowers'.

Lessons from Great Gardeners : Forty Gardening Icons and What They Teach us by Matthew Biggs

$40.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Since its earliest days, the art and science of gardening has been continually transformed and enhanced by great gardeners - men and women whose passion for gardening has driven them to improve and innovate, to overcome challenges and experiment with new ideas. These gardeners have provided inspiration for future generations, as have their gardens, which attract millions of visitors every year. Lessons from Great Gardeners profiles forty of these remarkable figures and explores how their work can be used to inspire and instruct gardeners of all levels and abilities. From the greats of yesteryear to the best modern-day practitioners, the gardeners are drawn from throughout history and from around the world - including Australia's own Jeremy Francis and New Zealand's Bev McConnell. The stories of their life and work are revealed, along with practical hints and tips that unlock the secrets gained from their long years of trial and error. Packed with botanical illustrations of their signature plants, the book also includes stunning photographs of twelve of the world's most iconic gardens, from Jardin Majorelle in Morocco to Sissinghurst in Kent. This is a journey through the world of gardening past and present, and a beautifully presented source of inspiration and ideas for all gardens, great and small. ...Show more

MOON GARDENING: How to garden by the phases of the moon by Matt Jackson

$30.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Increase the vitality of your garden by learning the benefits of lunar and biodynamic gardening.   Biodynamic gardening means taking a holistic approach to the garden and being aware of the interrelatedness of the soil, plants, and vegetables. The principles of biodynamics also bring a spiritual aspec t to the meditative art of gardening, emphasising the influence of invisible energies, such as the lunar cycles, on the garden. You will discover how to take advantage of the natural rhythms of the moon, by planning your gardening activities to coincide with the most favorable conditions in the sky. For example, during a waxing moon, the earth is exhaling, and it is best to sow non-root plants. During a waning moon, the earth is inhaling, and biodynamic gardeners should water and fertilize their crops. With step-by-step illustrations for 25 projects, explanatory diagrams, and stunning color photographs, it's easy to see how biodynamic techniques can work for any gardener. ...Show more

Lunar and Biodynamic Gardening: Planting Your Biodynamic Garden by the Phases of the Moon by Matthew Jackson

$40.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Biodynamic gardening means taking a holistic approach to the garden and being aware of the interrelatedness of the soil, plants, and vegetables. The principles of biodynamics also bring a spiritual aspect to the meditative art of gardening, emphasizing the influence of invisible energies, such as the lu nar cycles, on the garden. Biodynamic practices are used increasingly often in agriculture and many people are interested in adopting this holistic, natural approach in their own gardens but are unsure how to get started. In 'Lunar and Biodynamic Gardening', Matthew Jackson gives an easy-to-follow guide to getting started with biodynamics. You will discover how to take advantage of the natural rhythms of the moon, by planning your gardening activities to coincide with the most favorable conditions in the sky. For example, during a waxing moon, the earth is exhaling, and it is best to sow non-root plants. During a waning moon, the earth is inhaling, and biodynamic gardeners should water and fertilize their crops. Matthew also guides you through making biodynamic preparations to keep your soil "alive," understanding your garden or allotment as part of a bigger web of life and demonstrates the importance of working with nature rather than trying to dominate it. With step-by-step illustrations for 25 projects, explanatory diagrams, and stunning color photographs, it's easy to see how biodynamic techniques can work for any gardener. ...Show more

Small Garden Design by Paul Bangay

$65.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Paul Bangay is renowned for the expansive and elegant gardens with classical lines and symmetrical plantings that he has created in Australia and all over the world. Yet gardens on this grand scale are not accessible to everyone. With more of us living in apartments, townhouses and terraces, our gardens are now being squeezed into small spaces such as balconies, courtyards, lightwells or rooftops - and this makes for challenging garden design. In Small Garden Design, Paul applies his 25 years of experience with gardens of all sizes to reveal how best to structure, design and choose plants for small spaces. Chapters on Balconies & Terraces, Rooftops, Inner City, Lightwells and Courtyards are lavishly illustrated with photos by Simon Griffiths and enhanced with lots of practical tips on plant types, paving, irrigation, soil, outdoor dining, lighting and making the space appear larger. In this accessible and practical book, Paul shows us 'how to make the most of the small space you have, and how to transform it into the paradise that we all aspire to'. ...Show more

Farm and Lands - Back to the Land by Nicole Caldwell; Freddie Pikovsky

$60.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

A spectacular treehouse suspended above a lush forest. A cozy cabin perched on a mountainside. A small farm growing heirloom vegetables in the high desert. These are the extraordinary stories of the modern-day back-to-the-land movement, a movement that embraces slow living, sustainability, and the value of doing things with your own two hands. Here are remarkable narratives, essential how-tos, and hundreds of breathtaking photographs from people who have embraced lives of adventure in wild places. Delivered in a handsome volume that inspires feelings of wanderlust, this book is a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who has ever dreamed of escaping to a simpler way of life. ...Show more

Paul Bangay's Country Gardens by Paul Bangay

$90.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Look behind the gates of 20 exclusive country estates, from the Mornington Peninsula to The Hamptons, in this magnificent book showcasing the work of internationally acclaimed garden designer Paul Bangay, whose love affair with country gardens dates back to his childhood. Feast your eyes on these to-die -for gardens, each of which features Paul's distinctive simplicity and elegance, as he writes passionately of his deeply personal relationship with each property and its owners. ...Show more

Leaf Supply: A Guide to Keeping Happy House Plants by Lauren Camilleri; Sophia Kaplan

$60.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

A beautiful and practical book on choosing and caring for over 100 easy-to-find houseplants, as well as inspiring plant styling advice and much more. Fresh flowers are great--everyone loves receiving them. But inevitably they're already on the way out the door (and into the trash) by the time they arri ve. Plants--living, breathing, life-sustaining plants--are where it's at! Authors Lauren Camilleri and Sophia Kaplan really want you to love indoor gardening and growing as much as they do. Leaf Supplyprofiles and provides comprehensive (but easy to follow) care instructions for 100 houseplants--including tropical plants, palms, hanging plants, succulents, cacti, and more unusual varieties such as air plants and carnivorous plants--ensuring you learn and grow as your plant grows. But much more than a plant guide, Leaf Supplyalso gives interior styling advice on choosing the right pots for your plants--both aesthetically and practically--as well as best utilizing your space, making the most of your indoor greenery, plus advice on pet-friendly (as well as harmful) plants for your home. This is a comprehensive guide for any budding green thumb interested in greening their apartment or inside their home. ...Show more

Paul Bangay's Guide to Plants by Paul Bangay; Simon Griffiths (Photographer)

$70.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Gardens designed by Paul Bangay are renowned for their elegant proportions, careful use of materials and inspired choice of plants. In one garden, precise box hedging will frame billowing beds of perennials; while in another, olive trees emerge from an undergrowth of rosemary against a dramatic coastal landscape. In a Paul Bangay garden, you can be sure that every plant has been carefully selected to achieve a particular purpose at a specific site. This revised and expanded guide is the perfect companion to Paul Bangay's Garden Design Handbook, which revealed Paul's insights into successful garden design and construction, and answers the question- what do I plant and where? Rich with anecdotes about what has worked best over the years, and with a special focus on plants for our changing climate, the collection showcases Paul's A-list plants - now updated to include over 30 new plants - with photography from the best in the business, Simon Griffiths. Whether you're creating a garden for an inner-city courtyard or a rambling rural estate, this book contains the practical advice readers need to give their own patch of green the Paul Bangay look.   ...Show more

Marijuana Horticulture Fundamentals - A Comprehensive Guide to Cannabis Cultivation and Hashish Production by K. of Trichome Technologies

$65.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

In this, the largest and most comprehensive guide to growing cannabis ever published, full-colour step-by-step photos detail the entire cultivation process. The fundamentals of hydroponics, soil and organic marijuana gardening are all covered and then expanded upon in detail; learn about Trichome Tech's ingenious symbiotic rotation cycle grow system, which enables industrial-grade yields from home gardens; now learn how to extract worldwide gold standard THC and CBD from your marijuana plants - ideal for hashish making; as a fnial bonus, learn to extract oil for medical use. ...Show more

Gardener's Quiz and Puzzle Book - 100 Brainteasers for Gardeners Who Know Their Onions by Simon Akeroyd; Gareth Moore

$30.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

Easy Peasy: Gardening for Kids by Kirsten Bradley

$40.00 NZD

Category: Gardening

An introduction to easy gardening so you can grow everywhere and anywhere.Whether you live in the city or the countryside, there are plenty of places you can plant and grow. For a new generation of green fingers there are different ways to bring nature into the home. Make your own pots, build balcony bo xes, create your own bird feeders and even get friendly with worms! Each activity has been carefully chosen to create living, renewable and sustainable environments for kids and their families.Each activity has been carefully written by Kirsten Bradley, a leading practitioner in permaculture for kids and co-founder of Milkwood permaculture farm in Australia. The simple steps and beautiful spot illustrations make activities fun and easy to follow. The book will also feature non-activity spreads explaining the importance of why and how nature works. Illustrated by Aitch, a Romanian artist whose folkloric illustrations pay homage to vintage botanical books while giving each page a sense of modern magic. ...Show more