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Published by Rigby, Australia, 1982, hardcover, large format, illustrated, 296 pages, condition:new.
An Australian Gardener's Anthology is a collection offering a beautifully illustrated history of gardening in Australia, using writings from settlement to the modern day.
The book features a range of historical perspectives, reflecting how Australian gardening evolved over nearly 200 years.
Early settlement gardens: Focusing on the necessity of growing vegetables for survival in the new environment.
British influence: Describing the early devotion to creating English-style cottage gardens and large parks, which served as familiar oases in the unfamiliar Australian landscape.
The native plant movement: Documenting the shift toward appreciating and cultivating native Australian flora.
Urban gardens: Exploring the challenges and innovations of gardening in contemporary urban settings.