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The Accidental Seed Heroes : Growing a delicious food future for all of us
Signed Copy sent after author event on 27th March 2025 Across the world, chefs, farmers, plant scientists and backyard growers are doing something extraordinary: creating new generations of fruit, vegetables and cereals, all bred specifically to flourish locally, taste delicious, and contribute to our food future. In The Accidental Seed Heroes, Adam Alexander dons his seed detective homburg to meet these twenty-first century seed heroes, who are not only championing traditional varieties but also breeding delicious new ones that will help create a sustainable future for our planet. We don’t all need to become backyard breeders or even, like Adam, accidental ones. We don’t even need to eschew, as growers, the modern hybrid cultivars our seed catalogues are stuffed with or, as consumers, boycott those same uninspiring specimens that populate our supermarket shelves. Adam just wants that choice to be better informed and infinitely more diverse and enjoyable. This story is a celebration of the locally and sustainably grown produce, whether traditional or innovative, that is at the heart of all our food cultures and empowers our rural communities and farmers. Adam believes these new varieties of fruits, vegetables and even grains will not just offer us all nutritious and delicious food but also be part of the solution to combating climate change and returning fertility to our soils and biodiversity to our land.
£20.00
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Lost gardens of the world
Lost Gardens of the World is an illustrated, romantic look at the great gardens of history that are now lost.
£19.99
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A flower garden for pollinators
With bees, butterflies and other pollinators threatened by climate change and habit loss, it's now more important than ever to support and nurture pollinators in your garden. In this practical and beautiful guide, expert horticulturalist and regular Gardener's World presenter Rachel de Thame shows you how to create a garden that provides an abundant resource of plants rich in nectar and pollen. Arranged by season and illustrated with exquisite hand-painted watercolours and glorious photography, this book provides a captivating look at supporting nature. Whether you have a courtyard garden or a large country garden, 'A Flower Garden for Pollinators' will tell you what to plant and when in order to attract and sustain a host of pollinators all year round.
£25.00
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Hortobiography
Carol Klein is one of Britain's best loved horticulturists, and for decades gardening has been at the heart of her extraordinary life. From her childhood adventures in Manchester to her first experiments in plantswomanship at Glebe Cottage, and from training as an artist and a teacher, and then finding an entirely unexpected career as one of Britain's most beloved television presenters, in this long-awaited memoir Carol tells the story of the people, places and plants that have shaped her life. Exploring why our relationship with the natural world is so important, and how it brings joy, creativity and good health to our lives, Carol also offers irresistible insights on her favourite flowers and plants, and how to help them flourish. A story of a life lived happily amongst the greenery, this book is the perfect companion for anyone who has sought solace in the natural world.
£22.00
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The wildlife garden
With the erosion of native wildlife habitats, gardens increasingly provide an invaluable source of food and shelter for Britain's fauna and flora. 'The Wildlife Garden' is an essential guide to attracting birds to your bushes, butterflies to your buddleia and a whole array of other creatures into your garden - even if you only have a window box.
£16.99
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RHS grow your own veg through the year
Plan smart, grow sustainably, and eat healthily with home-grown crops for every day of the year. In 'RHS Grow Your Own Veg Through the Year', experts from the world-renowned Royal Horticultural Society reveal the best vegetables and herbs to grow today, with practical advice to produce healthy harvests from any size of plot.
£26.00
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Gardeners' World: Gardening: The Complete Beginner's Guide
From the experts at Gardeners' World comes the essential guide for budding gardeners, explaining how to garden in ten easy steps. Do you have an outside space that you're not sure what to do with? Or want to feel the benefits of getting out into nature, but don't know where to start? 'Gardening' is your key to unlocking the world of gardening, created especially for beginners. The team of experts at Gardeners' World have identified ten easy steps to help you get stuck into gardening, giving you hands-on guidance on selecting the right plants for your space, and the right time to plant them.
£26.00
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Uprooting
Years ago, like so many of the Black diaspora, Marchelle Farrell left behind the pristine beaches and emerald hills of Trinidad. Now she moves again for the verdant, peaceful surroundings of the English countryside. These relocations at first appear as opportunity. But when placed within the context of a worldwide pandemic, and ongoing racial protests, the trauma and upheaval of colonialism that have inexorably led her to this house and garden begin to be unearthed. A psychiatrist and specialist in talking therapies, Marchelle attempts to unpack this complex and emotional question while she tends to her new garden. Through her care for the unusual - and often unlikely - flora and fauna that is contained within it, she discovers that her two apparently conflicting identities are far more intertwined than she had previously realised.
£10.99
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The healing home and garden
Are you tired of formulaic interiors and following trends? Do you long for a home that expresses who you truly are, that's a sanctuary from our 24/7 lifestyles dominated by technology? This book is full of budget tips for rethinking your living space, creative suggestions for re-purposing furniture and objects, and extensive product and book recommendations.
£16.99
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Garden to save the world
Garden to Save the World is a complete guide to finding joy in the natural world from social media sensation Joesgarden
£20.00
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The garden against time
From one of our most original contemporary voices, The Garden Against Time is an inventive and deeply felt exploration of the long dream of a shared Eden, a common paradise.
£20.00
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RHS greener gardening
Build your vegetable garden on sustainable, eco-friendly foundations from the start with this guide to growing your own fresh, organic food. The book is for all seasons, helping budding and experienced gardeners alike in their journey towards a greener way of gardening.
£18.99
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Containers
This complete primer on how to make an eco-friendly container garden is dedicated to showing that everyone can have a garden, no matter the size, that can benefit the planet. Featuring an easy-to-follow guide to green techniques, as well as a helpful series of plant profiles, this is the perfect handbook for a sustainable container garden.
£18.99
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The raised bed book
Whether you want to garden at a more accessible height, improve soil fertility, nurture plants with particular needs, or simply enjoy a closer sensory experience, growing in raised beds will help you reach new heights in the garden. Raised beds are possible in any sized garden, even on balconies, but it needs expert advice to create the optimum growing conditions, achieve the most practical use of space tailored to your individual needs, and ensure longevity of the raised bed structure. Featuring clear diagrams, inspired planting plans, and step-by-step photography of beds built from scratch, this book will be the ultimate guide on your raised bed journey.
£20.00
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England's gardens
We may all feel we know what an 'English' garden is, but do we really? 'England's Gardens' offers a holistic, modern-day tour and an update on the history of some of the most iconic, enduring, and influential gardens across the country. This book will help you get to know England's gardens up close and personal. Garden historian Stephen Parker leads you through England's horticultural history, unearthing the cultural context and hidden stories behind the gardens, and bringing lesser-known garden makers to the fore.
£25.00
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The complete book of self-sufficiency
Embrace off-grid green living and imagine a more sustainable future with the original guide to self-sufficiency. For over 40 years, John Seymour has inspired thousands to make more eco-friendly choices with his advice on living sustainably. 'The Complete Book of Self-Sufficiency' offers step-by-step instructions on everything from chopping trees to harnessing solar power; from growing fruit and vegetables, and preserving and pickling your harvest, to baking bread, brewing beer, and making cheese. Seymour shows you how to live off the land, running your own smallholding or homestead, and raising (and butchering) livestock.
£30.00
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The money-saving gardener
Beat the rising cost of living and transform your garden on a budget. 'The Money-Saving Gardener' reveals the tips and tricks to keeping costs down without compromising on style or impact. Learn how to repurpose what you have, make the most of so-called garden 'waste', and boost your plant collection for next to nothing with seed-saving and propagation hacks.
£16.99
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RHS Gardening Through the Year
Create a luscious garden that will flourish all year round with this new edition of a best-selling guide to gardening month by month.Gardening can seem like a mystery when you're new to it. In this fail-safe guide, BBC Gardeners' World writer Ian Spence tells us what to plant, prune, cut, and cover - and exactly when to do it. Organised by month, this book breaks down complex information into 'things to do', 'last chance' reminders, and 'get ahead' tasks, before recommending seasonal plants that will bring colour to your plot, all while keeping one eye to the skies with a monthly 'weather watch' panel, and offering step-by-step instructions for new projects. Learn how to care for flowers, trees, fruits, and vegetables, and maintain features such as ponds, willow fences, containers, bird boxes, and more. Pick up skills such as saving seeds, cutting and drying flowers, conserving water, weeding wisely, potting herbs, and gathering your ha
£22.00
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RHS how to garden when you're new to gardening
Are you surrounded by weeds? Is your lawn forlorn? Are your bushes diseased? Do you long to create an outdoor space you can enjoy with friends - a garden you can show off with pride? This guide shows you the basics needed to get your green space under control and keep it that way. Drawing on the world-renowned expertise of the Royal Horticultural Society, it is packed full of creative ideas with lots of simple step-by-step instructions and clear images to help you realise your garden's potential, no matter the size and scale.
£20.00
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Led by the nose
Full of the sensual awareness of Jenny Joseph's poetry, 'Led by the Nose' is a singular memoir: a work of delicious diversion and literary flair, horticultural anxieties and countercultural tendencies, providing a glimpse - or sniff - of the landscape of this treasured poet's life.
£9.99
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Planting a paradise
Sumptuous, beautiful and packed with easy-to-follow advice, this book offers advice on dramatic but easy-to-grow flowering plants. All the recommendations are perfect for pots, and will turn your garden into a sustainable paradise filled with butterflies, bees and birds. Arranged seasonally, it includes Arthur's favourite flowers to plant throughout the year, plus lists of key garden tasks and advice on the best species for encouraging wildlife. As well as spectacular floral annuals, Arthur's pot-friendly suggestions include herbs, figs and scented pelargoniums, as well as permanent planting ideas for cover and structure.
£22.00
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Botanic gardens of the world
Discover the lavish beauty and fascinating history of the 40 most important and inspiring botanic gardens from across the globe. From the Renaissance gardens of Italy to the futuristic botanic gardens of Singapore, this book tells the story of these unique institutions. It is a history of science and learning, of politics and national interests, of societal concerns and conservation. But, most of all, it is a compelling exploration of the power and possibility of the natural world, that we are still merely scratching the surface of. Expert garden historian Deborah Trentham has selected the world's most important gardens and delves deep into the history of these horticultural institutions - sharing stories of exploration, extraordinary plants and the scientific breakthroughs which have shaped these stunning gardens.
£30.00
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The ethnobotanical
Since the beginning of humanity's existence, plants have provided us with everything we need for our survival - they sustain us with air to breathe, food to eat, materials to make clothes and shelter with, and medicine to treat and prevent disease. Their beauty can also enhance our mood and provide spiritual and emotional nourishment. Western science has 'discovered' and named innumerable plant species over the course of its colonial history. To many Indigenous peoples, however, plants have been recognised for centuries as sentient beings, imbued with spirit and agency to help humanity. This title offers a unique and beautiful perspective on plants and their roles in the lives of peoples from across the planet.
£30.00
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A Love Affair With Peonies
RHS Chelsea Gold Medal-winner Alec White shares his expertise and personal experience in this illustrated celebration of the peony. Varied chapters introduce each of the qualities that make this remarkable flower stand out, their many varieties, scents and colours, how to care for and cultivate your plants and the historical and cultural...
£30.00
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