Top gardening books

Fancy some armchair gardening for the winter months? Our Shop Supervisor, Christine Pimm, picks some of her top gardening books to help you while away the hours snuggled up in front of the fire as the nights draw in. Here’s a selection of some of the latest we have in-store…

Gardeners’ World 101 Grow to Eat Ideas

This is a handy-sized book with planting recipes that taste as good as they look. Perfect for those who like to grow their own fruit and veggies.

Pests & Diseases (Aura Books)

This is a great reference book with photos and practical advice on treating garden pests and diseases.

RHS Growing Vegetables & HerbsThere’s nothing like the taste of fresh home-grown vegetables. Guy Barter, the RHS’s best vegetable grower, shows how to make a productive plot in any size garden.

Sowing, Planting, Watering and Feeding (Bob Flowerdew)A practical guide to ensuring success in the garden. Let Bob Flowerdew guide you through the process of preparing for, planting and nurturing your plants.

Tall Perennials (Roger Turner)This book features a selection of high-performing perennials that all grow to more than five feet. Add some interest to your garden with these enormous plants.