Recommended Reading: The Wild Garden
First published in 1870, The Wild Garden challenged the prevailing garden style of the day and advocated a naturalistic style, in which...
Fine Foliage
This is one of my favorite garden books. I get it out every time I'm planning to go plant shopping. The book contain lots of plant...
David Douglas, A Naturalist at Work
This book is not a biography but rather an interesting presentation of the various travels, explorations, and accomplishments of David...
Flora Mirabilis
Flora Mirabilis is a sumptuously designed showcase of superb illustrations paired with fascinating stories of botanical exploration and...
Peony
If drool after every variety of peony or just looking for a great gardening book with beautiful pictures and helpful growing information,...
Insects of PNW
A comprehensive guide to insects of the Pacific Northwest, this handy reference is perfect for hikers, fishers, and naturalists. With...
Gardening in the Shade
Practical information on gardening in shady areas including the right plants for areas of partial and deep shade. Information on...
Seed to Seed
If you enjoy saving seeds or just want to learn about different varieties of vegetables and their relationships, you'll find this book a...
Botanical Sketchbooks
The collection of sketches is quite beautiful. The book contains 75 illustrations of flora from around the world, dating from the 15th...
Sunset Western Garden
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide Description, 9th Edition, Editors of Sunset Magazine, Oxmoor House,...