Creating an Australian garden.

Crows Nest: Allen and Unwin, 2010.
Quarto, publisher's boards, 240 pp. colour photographs.

Angus Stewart has worked for decades on selecting and breeding Australian plants to make them more gardener-friendly. This book not only passes on the knowledge gained from Angus's extensive experience as a plant breeder - it empowers us all to unlock the secrets of cleverly designed Australian gardens that provide year-round colour, vibrant foliage and havens for wildlife. This book contains practical tips on: planning a garden from scratch; adapting an existing garden; using water-saving methods; creating mounds and raised beds to ensure the drainage many Australian plants require; growing native plants in containers; choosing the best plants for your environment; easy-to-follow basics of soil preparation; 450 of the best Australian plant varieties, including many that are newly released. Find out how to choose the ideal plants for your climate, or create a microclimate to accommodate the spectacular native plants you'd like to grow. See how versatile native plants can be, becoming part of any garden style you envisage for your backyard.