In the Company of Gardeners

Discover the enchanting world of gardening with this stunning book featuring breathtaking photography by renowned garden photographer Juliet Nicholas. This trade paperback is more than just a visual delight; it’s an insightful exploration of the diverse landscapes shaped by passionate gardeners across the country. From food forests nestled along the south coast to subtropical jungles in Kapiti, and historic gardens steeped in heritage, each page showcases unique gardens co-created by botanists, food growers, conservationists, and artists. Delve into the role of gardeners as kaitiaki, guardians of the land, and glean inspiration from their stories that resonate with the growing movement towards sustainable gardening and eco-friendly practices. This book offers both practical botanical knowledge for experienced gardeners and a warm invitation for newcomers eager to cultivate their green thumbs. A perfect gift for all gardening enthusiasts, it serves as an exquisite coffee table book that's sure to inspire discussions about environmental stewardship, community gardening, and the therapeutic nature of cultivating green spaces. Enjoy the company of gardeners and share in their passion for nurturing the earth, fostering a connection with nature that enhances your gardening journey.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143775010
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 288


Description:
Beautifully photographed by top garden photographer Juliet Nicholas, this book is a visual feast ... but much more too. While it includes some of the most magnificent gardens in the country, it also reflects on gardening in a broader sense.
Gardens, defined as managed landscapes, are as diverse as the tastes of their managers. The gardeners in these pages include botanists, conservationists, food growers and artists, and the gardens range from a food forest on the south coast to a dry garden in Cromwell, a community garden in Christchurch, a subtropical jungle in Kapiti, a productive Maori garden on the east coast and a historic whaling station in the far north.
In the light of our growing awareness of climate change and land degradation, the role of gardeners as kaitiaki (guardians) is explored, but there is also the infectious enthusiasm that is to be found in the company of gardeners, and here you can see how they gain inspiration and share ideas. Muses include parents, brothers, sisters and spouses, and gardeners also keep close company with nature. These gardens might be seen as snapshots of a utopia we all crave.
There is enough botanical detail to appeal to the experienced gardener but it will also inspire newcomers to don gardening gloves...or sit back and enjoy what is also a superb coffee table book.