Book Recommendations Archives

Botany for the Artist by Sarah Simblet

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Botany for the Artist by Sarah Simblet (“Sim-blit”) This book came out in 2020, and the subtitle is An Inspirational Guide to Drawing Plants. In this book, Sarah Simblet takes you on an inspirational journey of creativity and botanical art as she demonstrates how to draw virtually every type…

Patina Farm Hardcover by Brooke and Steve Giannetti

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Patina Farm by Brooke and Steve Giannetti This book came out in March 2016, so it’s been out for six years. This book has been on my watch list for quite some time, and use copies have finally dipped below $20, so I am thrilled to share this…

The Violets of March by Sarah Jio

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: The Violets of March Sarah Jio This book came out in 2011 and this book is a fiction book. The book is about a heartbroken woman who stumbles on a diary and then steps into the life of its anonymous author. The main character is named Emily Wilson.…

The Art and Science of William Bartram by Judith Magee

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: The Art and Science of William Bartram by Judith Magee This book came out in 2007 and is one of the best authoritative books by William Bartram. William was an eminent artist and naturalist, and he was one of the first people to explore the flora and fauna…

Gardens of Style by Janelle McCulloch

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: From Garden to Grill by Elizabeth Orsini This book came out in 2017, and the subtitle is Over 250 Vegetable-based Recipes for Every Grill Master. From kebabs and salads to made-from-scratch sauces and seasonings, bring your garden to your grill with more than 250 mouthwatering vegetarian grilling recipes! Bring…

A House by the Sea by Bunny Williams

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: A House by the Sea by Bunny Williams This fantastic book came out in 2016, and it is all about Bunny’s marvelous Caribbean home, La Colina. This book is a beautiful coffee table book, and what’s neat about this book is that her friends write each chapter. So…

Genealogy for Gardeners by Simon Maughan and Dr Ross Bayton

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Genealogy for Gardeners by Simon Maughan and Dr Ross Bayton This book came out in 2017, and the subtitle is Plant Families Explored & Explained. Anything that has genealogy and gardening in the title is a book that I’m interested in. Before I get into this particular review, I…

Flora by DK

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Flora by DK Kew, the Royal Botanic Gardens also contributed to Flora. This book was published in 2018, and the subtitle is Inside the Secret World of Plants. Well, let me tell you that when I got my copy of this book, I was so pleasantly surprised. This…

Carving Out a Living on the Land by Emmet Van Driesche

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Carving Out a Living on the Land by Emmet Van Driesche (“DRY-sh”) This book came out in 2019, and the subtitle is Lessons in Resourcefulness and Craft from an Unusual Christmas Tree Farm. Well, I must confess that I’m a massive fan of Emmett’s YouTube channel. He does everything…

Designing and Maintaining Your Edible Landscape Naturally by Robert Kourik

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Designing and Maintaining Your Edible Landscape Naturally by Robert Kourik This book came out in 1986. And in 2005, it was back in print by popular demand. Now, as per usual, Robert is ahead of the curve here. He’s talking about incorporating edibles into the landscape, and he…

Epitaph for a Peach by David M. Masumoto

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Epitaph for a Peach by David M. Masumoto This book came out in 1996, and the subtitle is Four Seasons on My Family Farm. This memoir is a personal favorite. Mas’s lyrical writing is a pleasure to read. Here are a few gems from the book: A new planting…

Windcliff by Daniel J. Hinkley

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Windcliff by Daniel J. Hinkley This book came out in 2020, and the subtitle is A Story of People, Plants, and Gardens. In this book, we learn about Windcliff – one of two magnificent gardens created by the plantsman, nurseryman, and plant hunter Dan Hinkley. (Dan also created Heronswood.)…

Moths by David Lees and Alberto Zilli

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Moths by David Lees and Alberto Zilli This book came out in 2019, and the subtitle is A Complete Guide to Biology and Behavior. In this book, David and Alberto give us an expert reference to the vital insect group of moths. In many cases, moths rely on…

Wilding by Isabella Tree

As Heard on The Daily Gardener Podcast: Wilding by Isabella Tree This book came out in 2019, and the subtitle is The Return of Nature to a British Farm. In this book, Isabella (whose last name – Tree – is perfect for a book on nature) guides us through the result of a massive rewilding project…