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Garden Ecology & Design • Australian Native Focus • Inspiring Landscape Insight
Habitat by A.B. Bishop is a beautifully written exploration of garden ecology, native planting and the relationships between plants, people and place. With a strong focus on sustainable design, habitat creation and thoughtful landscape practice, this book combines ecological understanding with practical inspiration for creating gardens that work with nature. Perfect for anyone interested in biodiversity, habitat-focused gardening, and cultivating gardens that are both beautiful and beneficial for wildlife.
Filled with evocative writing and insightful perspectives, Habitat inspires readers to think deeply about how landscapes function and how thoughtful planting choices can enhance ecological balance.
Ideal For:
- Gardeners interested in ecological and habitat-based design
- Australian native planting enthusiasts
- Landscape designers and sustainability-focused creators
- Gift shoppers seeking a thoughtful garden book
Key Features:
✅ Explores the theory and practice of ecological garden design
✅ Focus on creating habitat, biodiversity and native planting success
✅ Insightful, reflective writing to inspire thoughtful gardeners
✅ Perfect for both hobbyists and professionals
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
Inspiration & Practical Design | Expert Planting Advice | Transform Your Space
Garden of Your Dreams by Charlie Albone helps gardeners of all levels turn their outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional landscapes. Drawing on Charlie’s years of design and horticultural experience, this book blends inspiring garden ideas with practical advice on planning, plant selection, soil preparation, waterwise strategies and seasonal care. With tips on layout, colour, texture and form, it supports you in creating a garden that reflects your style, suits your climate and thrives in its environment.
A perfect mix of photography, design insight and step-by-step guidance, this book is ideal for homeowners, hobby gardeners and landscape design enthusiasts.
Ideal For:
- Homeowners and DIY gardeners planning a garden makeover
- Anyone seeking inspiration and practical design tips
- Small spaces, courtyards, patios and backyard landscapes
- Gift buyers looking for an engaging, beautifully written garden book
Key Features:
✅ Expert design and planting strategies from a professional landscape designer
✅ Practical guidance on plant selection, layout and garden care
✅ Beautiful photography and illustrations to inspire your next project
✅ Covers both aesthetic and functional garden elements
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
Essential Beginner’s Guide | Australian Gardening Focus | Build Your Green Thumb
The Rookie Gardener is a down-to-earth, highly practical guidebook aimed at people who are just starting out in gardening, or anyone who feels they’ve “got no floriferous idea.” In a warm, encouraging tone, Chloe Foster walks readers through everything from the very basics (what a plant is) to planning gardens, understanding soil and light, planting, watering, weeding, fertilising, propagation, composting and maintaining healthy gardens.
Packed with step-by-step projects, plant-spotlight features, checklists, garden hacks and tips for small-space, sustainable gardening, this book is designed to help “rookies” grow confidence and competence, from indoor pots to full backyard gardens!
Ideal For:
- First-time gardeners stepping into backyard or balcony planting
- Homeowners wanting to start veggie patches, native gardens or small landscape projects
- Garden lovers seeking a comprehensive reference that’s easy to understand
- Gift buyers looking for an inspiring present for new homeowners or nature lovers
Key Features:
✅ Written by Australian horticulturist Chloe Foster - advice is local, relevant and hard-to-misinterpret
✅ Covers garden planning, soil, light, plant selection, maintenance, propagation, harvest and more - building skill from ground up
✅ Includes step-by-step projects, easy checklists and garden-hacks - perfect for trial and error learning
✅ Emphasises sustainable gardening - growing food, attracting wildlife, reducing chemicals and working with nature
✅ Great for small spaces, balconies, courtyards - as well as larger gardens and landscaping plans
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
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Publish Date: 2 September 2025
ISBN: 9781760688660
Format: Paperback
Extent: 320 pages
Sustainable Gardening | Native Plants Focus | Water-Efficient Landscapes
Waterwise Australian Native Garden is a must-have reference for gardeners who want to create and maintain beautiful, low-water landscapes using Australia’s native plants. Written by experts Angus Stewart and AB Bishop, this book combines practical plant selection advice with landscape design tips, planting strategies and waterwise principles tailored specifically for the Australian climate. Whether you’re establishing a new garden or transforming an existing space, this guide helps you build sustainability into every decision.
Beautifully illustrated and easy to follow, it’s perfect for both aspiring and experienced gardeners who care about conserving water while celebrating local flora.
Ideal For:
- Home gardeners designing water-efficient landscapes
- Lovers of Australian native plants and ecosystems
- Gardeners tackling drought, water restrictions or climate-aware design
- Gift buyers seeking a practical, inspiring gardening book
Key Features:
✅ Focuses on water-wise design principles for Australian climates
✅ Practical guidance on selecting, planting and caring for native species
✅ Tips for drought-tolerant gardens, mulching and irrigation strategies
✅ Inspiration, plant lists and contemporary landscape ideas
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
Practical Ecological Gardening | Thoughtful Stewardship | Inspiring Photographs
Your Natural Garden by Kelly D. Norris is a beautifully crafted guide to tending an ecologically vibrant home garden, going beyond design to explore how we care for landscapes that mimic nature. Written by an experienced horticulturist and plantsman, this book blends philosophical insight with practical guidance on understanding place, fostering biodiversity, managing growth and working with natural rhythms rather than against them. Bursting with lush photography and rich ecological concepts, it’s a must-read for gardeners who want deeper connection and better results in naturalistic planting.
Ideal For:
- Gardeners transforming backyard and native plant landscapes
- Readers wanting ecological stewardship and naturalistic garden care
- Fans of thoughtful garden writing with both practical and conceptual insight
- Gift shoppers looking for a standout gardening book
Key Features:
✅ Practical guide to caring for naturalistic, ecologically vibrant gardens
✅ Combines thoughtful essays with actionable guidance
✅ Rich, inspiring photography throughout
✅ Encourages a deeper understanding of gardens as ecosystems
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east
Easy Start Guide | Practical How-To | Grow Your Own Food
Kitchen Gardening for Beginners by Katie Elzer-Peters is the perfect first book for anyone wanting to grow their own vegetables, herbs and edible plants - whether in backyard plots, raised beds, small courtyards or balcony containers. Written in clear, user-friendly language, this guide covers everything from choosing what to grow, understanding soil and sun, planting and watering, through to harvesting and ongoing care. Katie’s practical insights help new gardeners build confidence and enjoy the rewards of fresh, home-grown produce.
Brimming with step-by-step advice, garden plans, trouble-shooting tips and seasonal checklists, this book makes starting a kitchen garden simple and satisfying.
Ideal For:
- Complete beginners taking their first steps into edible gardening
- Home gardeners with small spaces - patios, balconies, backyard veg plots
- Anyone wanting to grow vegetables, herbs and fruit at home
- Gift shoppers seeking an inspiring, practical gardening book
Key Features:
✅ Beginner-friendly guidance from site planning to harvest
✅ Easy, actionable steps for soil, seed, watering and pest care
✅ Seasonal tips and checklists to keep your garden productive
✅ Focus on veggies, herbs and small-space edible gardening
✅ Practical illustrations and garden examples throughout
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
Water-Wise Gardening | Sustainable Design | Adaptable Plant Strategies
Futureproof Your Garden is a practical and inspiring guide to creating healthy, resilient landscapes that thrive in changing climates. Written by respected horticulturalists Angus Stewart and Emma Stewart, this book offers expert advice on using, capturing and storing water efficiently, selecting adaptable plants and designing gardens that perform beautifully in both drought and deluge. With comprehensive photographic plant directories and step-by-step DIY how-tos - from wicking beds to capillary watering and deep irrigation - it equips gardeners of all levels with the tools to grow more with less.
Ideal For:
- Home gardeners creating water-efficient gardens
- Native, edible and ornamental planting enthusiasts
- Garden designers and landscape DIYers
- Anyone preparing gardens for climate variability
Key Features:
✅ Focus on sustainable, water-wise gardening strategies
✅ Photographic plant directory with advice on what to plant and where
✅ Practical design know-how adaptable to gardens of all sizes
✅ Detailed soil care and water management techniques
✅ Includes photo essays and hands-on DIY projects
Availability:
Available in-store at ID Garden Centre, Eltham, or for local delivery across Melbourne’s north-east.
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