By AB Bishop (Murdoch Books, November 2018, paperback, $39.99 RRP) In this recent release, AB has not only produced a very detailed, practical guide to creating a habitat garden but, in part 1 of the book, she has also provided a much needed explanation of broader topics such as ecology, […]
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Field Guide to Eucalypts Volume 2; South-western and Southern Australia
Fully revised and updated Third Edition By Ian Brooker and David Kleinig ( Bloomings Books, 2016, Hardback, 562 pages, $129rrp) The Eucalypts are the epitome of the Australian landscape, expressing in its one genus its essence and distinctiveness. — Sir Otto Frankel This series is widely regarded throughout the world […]
The New Australian Garden: Landscapes for Living
By Michael Bates (Murdoch Books, Aug 2017, hardcover $59.99rrp) I was delighted to be asked to review Michael Bates’ latest book ‘The New Australian Garden’. Michael is a landscaper with over 30 years’ experience in the garden industry. In this book he gives an overview of 18 different gardens. The […]
Grow your own
By Angus Stewart and Simon Leake (Murdoch Books, November 2017, paperback $45.00rrp) Over the years I have found that young people have not had the same experience or knowledge handed down from parents and hence do not feel confident in growing vegetables. Here is a book that is an up […]