The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller*Ever wondered if you could grow plants from the food you buy? Grow Your Groceries shows you how. Discover 40 simple, fun hacks to try – no gardening experience needed, just a windowsill and a recycled container.Raise tomato plants from tomato slices. Collect strawberry seeds for endless strawberry plants. Pick salad leaves from beetroot tops. Split teabags for flowering chamomile. Grow fresh cobs from popcorn kernels.So don’t throw away your melon seeds and spring onion trimmings, save them to grow new plants instead!*Grow Your Groceries made the Sunday Times Bestseller list in March 2025 Read more

Love makes the world go round. A wonderfully romantic novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Wedding in the Country and A Springtime Affair.'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE_________________Ellie Summers' life is unravelling. Finding herself pregnant - and her sexy but idle boyfriend Rick less than enthusiastic about parenthood - she needs a plan. Fast.Grace Soudley's life is also coming apart at the seams - her only security is the beautiful yet crumbling old house she was left by her godmother. But unless she can find a fortune, Luckenham House will disintegrate around her.When Ellie and Grace meet, the two very different women find they can help each other out. Ellie needs a place to stay; Grace needs a lodger. Both of them need a friend. But then the disconcertingly engaging Flynn Cormack arrives on the scene, apparently determined to help. And when Grace discovers some beautiful painted panels hidden behind the tattered dining-room curtains, the whole business of restoration starts to get serious...________________Praise for Katie Fforde'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat'Delicious' Sunday Times Read more

The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller!A compelling call to change the way we think about gardening and growing food, Nettles and Petals is the only guide you need to make your garden more sustainable.Full of essential information and inviting imagery, this accessible guide provides a holistic and ecological approach to gardening and vegetable growing. With a focus on biodiversity, soil health, and the creation of balanced ecosystems, Nettles and Petals is a must-read for any budding gardener.Join Social Media Influencer of the Year 2024 Jamie Walton and the @NettlesAndPetals community on their mission to save the wild plants in our gardens and learn how to begin growing them in your spaces in a practical way.Dig into must-know topics including:Companion plantingThe wonders of nettles and other weedsThe importance of flowers in the vegetable gardenCircular and ecological garden planningGrowing guides for Jamie’s ‘top 30’ vegetablesSeed saving and sowingUrban and small-scale sustainable gardeningHarvesting, preserving, and sharing produceAn ideal self-purchase or a gift for the green enthusiast in your life, Nettles and Petals is perfect for anyone curious about gardening sustainably. Read more

Garden better for less all year long with Anya Lautenbach the “Money-Saving Gardener”.With month-by-month advice on what to do when – from self-sown seedlings to spot, the best time to propagate different plants, and seasonal pruning jobs – Anya shows you how to keep your garden looking good without breaking the bank. Handy monthly plant lists, money-saving tips, propagation chart, and planting calendar guide you on your way.Embrace each season with timely projects to absorb you, garden highlights to enjoy, and notes on how to find happiness in your garden even in the depths of winter. Anya’s clear, practical yet mindful approach will help anyone grow a glorious garden while cutting costs. Read more

Love food but hate spending hours in the kitchen? This book is the answer, with over 350 delicious recipes ready in less than 30 minutes'Easily my first choice for a simple, good, workable and readable cookery book' Nigella Lawson_______ Nigel Slater presents over 350 creative, delicious and nourishing recipes and suggestions for those who'd rather spend more of their time eating than cooking.From simple snacks to dinner-party desserts, all the dishes in Nigel Slater's Real Fast Food can be ready to eat in 30 minutes or under.These delicious meals include . . .- Roast Pork Sandwiches with Pickled Walnuts and Crackling- Caramelised Onion and Parsley Frittata- Baked Fish Steaks with Tomato and Breadcrumbs- Grilled Chicken with Red Chilli, Garlic and Yoghurt- Spiced Lamb Kofta with Pine Nuts and Red Cabbage- Stir-fried Beef with Broccoli and MushroomsFull of tips and tricks, feasts and quick-fixes, this is the staple cookbook that every household needs._______ 'Not just a cookery book for gourmets and foodies, but for real people too' Sophie Grigson 'Nigel Slater offers us a decade's worth of fresh, original cookery ideas with spoonfuls of wit' Observer 'Designed to appeal to people who love food but don't want to spend hours slaving away at the stove (i.e. nearly everybody in Britain)' Independent on Sunday Read more

A one-stop treasure trove from the experts at RHS that covers every aspect of gardening!Dreaming of having the perfect garden? Does it have a vegetable patch? Classic borders or flowers to attract wildlife? A picturesque garden for all to marvel at is achievable with this gardening guide giving you the vital tools to achieve whatever you desire for your dream garden. Delve into this concise and practical guide to find all the gardening ideas and advice you need to create a spectacular, thriving garden. Here's what you'll find inside:- A comprehensive guide covering everything from growing in containers to planting a garden from scratch- Fully illustrated with detailed step-by-steps and inspirational gardening ideas- Detailed beginner's guide to garden design, including step-by-step instructions for simple hard landscaping such as building a raised bed, creating a pond, or laying a patio- Covers all aspects of planting styles, including "recipes" to make the most of different types of plants- Easy-to-follow guides on how to water, feed, prune and propagate your garden- Advice on problem-solving and controlling weeds and pests- A chapter full of Plant Chooser galleries to help you grow the right plant in the right place at the right timeLearn how to plan, sow, plant, and protect your garden throughout the year with expert tips and techniques that will see your garden flourish. Discover how to design with plants by using colour and texture to create inspirational displays, and keep them at their best with jargon-free guides to pruning and preventing pests and diseases. Undertake a new endeavour of DIY landscaping projects, which include laying your own patio or lawn, or building a raised bed ready for you to grow your own fruit and vegetables. Choose from a catalogue of hundreds of different ornamental plants to find varieties that will thrive in your garden's climate and provide seasonal interest throughout the year.The Complete Gardener's Manual is the perfect all-around practical book for gardening beginners, also for those looking for a step up from a beginners' gardening book. Read more

Start growing your own food at home! Whether you're an urban gardener, a first-time vegetable grower, or have your own allotment, this illustrated guide takes the uncertainty out of your harvest with clear, reliable gardening advice for every month of the year. This gardening reference guide is filled with gardening tips on growing everything from herbs and kale to strawberries and rhubarb. Inside, you'll find:- Month-by-month chapters that break down what to do through the year, with instructions on what to sow and plant and the gardening tasks to focus on- Visual galleries accompany every chapter that showcases the products that can be harvested during that month- Crop planners that provide a catalogue of more than 60 fruits, vegetables, and herbs that can be grown in an allotment or kitchen garden- "Allotment know-how" chapter that offers detailed, accessible advice on preparing your allotment, choosing the correct tools and equipment, and making the most of your plot with crop rotation- "Troubleshooter" chapter that breaks down the warning signs of pests, diseases, and disorders, with detailed advice on preventing and/or treating these issuesWondering how to grow your own fruits and vegetables or how to make the most out of your existing allotment? Allotment Month by Month has everything you need to know about how to grow your own fruit and vegetables: when to sow, how to cultivate, advice on pesticide use - and step-by-step garden projects like making a compost bin. With more than 60 fruit and vegetable crop planners, this gardening book is your go-to guide to growing fresh, seasonal produce in your kitchen garden, on your plot or in smaller city spaces. Month-by-month alerts help you guard against the season's garden pests and diseases to ensure a top-quality harvest. This new edition has updated recommendations for the best varieties to grow and all the latest expert gardening advice. Read more

The Original and the Best - Beware of Fakes! Don't be fooled by cheap counterfeit imitations. This deck is by Claire Montgomerie, published by Search Press.A finalist in the Gift of the Year Awards 2025 (winners announced May 2025), discover 50 eye-catching granny square designs in a stylish card deck, perfect for on-the-go crochet.Innovative and completely visual, this card deck of 50 gorgeous grannies will help you mix and match successful colour and design combinations every time you pick up your hook.The sturdy, stylish box contains 50 colourful cards, each with a gorgeous granny square to make, mix and match. On the front of each 10 x 10cm (4 x 4in) card is a colour photograph of the finished granny square, while on the back you'll find a crochet stitch chart that shows you how to work the square, along with joining advice and any other helpful information you need. Simply lay out the cards to easily mix, match and create your own design combinations. Also within is a 32-page booklet, which contains a comprehensive step-by-step guide to reading and understanding crochet charts, with five side-by-side examples of pattern and chart instructions to get you started. You'll also find advice on choosing yarns and hooks, two different methods for joining your squares together, and guidance on colour placement and arrangement so that you can achieve colour success every time.The perfect tool to help you mix and match granny square designs for any handmade project, select a few cards or slip the whole deck into your bag for on-the-go crochet. Each square is made using the same hook and yarn weight and is the same finished size, so that the squares can be joined together in any combination with ease.With 50 colourful designs to choose from and customise, this fun and versatile card deck is the ideal gift for any crocheter, and perfect for visual learnersDesigned to be used with the Card Deck, discover the ebook The Granny Square Card Deck™ - the written crochet patterns: Companion to the Granny Square Card Deck™. Created to complement The Granny Square Card Deck™, this digital collection of written patterns is for crocheters who love the colour and style of the original card designs but prefer to read words rather than charts. All 50 granny square patterns are written out using both US and UK crochet terminology for ease of use. The card deck is probably one of the best craft "things" I've ever seen and I can't crochet! What a brilliant idea - absolutely love it! - Mary Bird, Woman’s WeeklyGranny Square Card Decks™ is a registered trade mark of Search Press Ltd  No. UK00004104372 (Sept 24)Vote for The Granny Square Card Deck in this year's People's Choice Award in the Gift of the Year Awards Affordable Gift category. Read more

The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller*"A beautiful and practical guide to both designing and maintaining a garden and written in her inimitable no-nonsense yet relatable style." The Home Page_________Design the garden of your dreams with the expertise of award-winning garden designer Pollyanna Wilkinson.How to Design A Garden shows you how to untap your garden’s potential and customise the design to suit you and your space: whether that be an extension of your living space for parties and al fresco dining or a calming oasis to relax in.Equipped with all you need to know about light, focal points, hardscaping, and planting, you’ll have the skills to create a mood board, design layout, choose paving, furniture, and plant combinations. Polly expertly guides you to understand how the elements in your garden will work together as one – and she is not shy to share her opinions on certain design dos and don'ts!Once you’ve designed your garden, month-by-month growing guides help you to nurture it, so you can enjoy your dream space for years to come.*How to Design A Garden made the Sunday Times Bestseller list in February 2025 Read more

People are like flowers. If you give them the right environment in which to grow, they bloom.'It put a spell on me' Lesley Pearse, Sunday Times Bestseller'Charming' Katie Fforde, Sunday Times BestsellerWith nothing but time on her hands, retired nurse Rose Lanyon finds herself drawn to the garden that had once been her husband’s pride and joy.It may have started as a means of honouring her husband’s memory, but her little Cornish garden soon becomes so much more – a place where the lost and lonely can find solace, the forgotten can be remembered, and second chances take bloom. Because, as long as new life is growing, there will always be hope and new memories to make…‘A stunning book, full of insight and warmth. I loved it’ Celia Anderson, bestselling author of 59 Memory LaneEveryone is loving The Garden of Memories:‘A beautifully crafted novel that will stay with you…deserves ten massive gold stars, highly recommended. Very highly’ Anita Waller⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A beautiful story about new beginnings, the warmth of friendship, the healing and energising powers of nature, connecting with others…one I certainly will never forget!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A delight to read, be it curled up in a cosy corner in your own home or sat outside in your own garden on a sunny day!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A joyous read with no murders or violence and is a complete delight'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A simply lovely book that is full of heart'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The descriptions of the flowers, their perfume and colour are so vivid I felt I had walked through Rose's garden myself. The characters in this book are a joy. They restore your faith in human nature…extra special'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A real feel-good read that reminds us to cherish memories, embrace new experiences, and find joy in the little things…It’s simply wonderful – there’s no other words really'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I can’t write a review to do it justice but read it…You will love it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Funny, poignant, endearing characters, a good spattering of relatable everyday truths, a few unexpected plot twists…everything a good book should be!' Read more

A gripping and beautiful tale of love, loss and secrets. Perfect for fans of Rachel Hore, Lorna Cook and Kathryn Hughes.'One of those rare books that opened an escape door for me away from the worries of the present into a glorious story' – Louise Douglas, bestselling author of The House by the Sea1963: When Clara Samuels buys Butterfly Cottage, she knows the scandal she’ll cause. A single woman buying property is not the ‘done thing’, especially not in a village like Carybrook. But Clara has been in love with Butterfly Cottage, and its garden, since she used to play there before the War. And when she reconnects with her childhood friend James, her decision feels serendipitous. But the true scandal is yet to come, because within six months, Clara will leave England under mysterious circumstances, and Butterfly Cottage will stand empty for more than 50 years.2018: No one is more surprised than Meredith when she’s bequeathed a cottage by a great aunt she’d never heard of. She hopes, briefly, that the inheritance could be the answer to her financial problems. But when she arrives in Suffolk, she is shocked to discover a man is already living there. A young gardener, who claims he was also bequeathed half of Butterfly Cottage.As the pair try to unravel their complicated situation, they unearth a decades old mystery involving Clara, the garden, and a stack of letters left unread for over 50 years…Readers love Rachel Burton's books:'Exquisite storytelling. Two timelines, two poignant love stories, one heartbreaking choice. A secret kept for many years is slowly revealed against the breathtaking backdrop of the butterfly garden. Loved it.' Elena Collins'A fabulous dual timeline mystery with a tale of lost love and family ties. I was totally captivated and raced through to the end!' Clare Marchant'A charming read, expertly plotted and beautifully researched. An intriguing dual time story, exquisitely told.' Jenni Keer'Enticing and atmospheric... Packed with love and mystery that will keep you wanting more from the first page to the last' Lauren North'A wonderful escape... I adored the characters, the headiness of their first loves, and vulnerabilities as they hoped for their own happily-ever-afters' Jenny Ashcroft‘I was hooked on this book practically from the first paragraph.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Beautifully written, intriguing characters, lost loves, betrayal and lies. Fabulous and highly recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Such a heartwarming story which I devoured in one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘What a brilliant book! I loved how it dipped through many histories and kept it flipping seamlessly through many peoples histories.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Beautifully written, I loved the unexpected twist at the end. A definite five stars from me.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘This novel really holds you fast, all the way to a lovely twist of an ending that warms the cockles of your heart. Just the ticket for the perfect escapist read.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘As the secret is revealed and the mystery solved, the reader will be surprised til the final paragraph. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘A wonderful tale of love, family and so much more!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Love, romance, mystery and family secrets - what more could I want? Highly recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read more

The ultimate beginner’s guide to growing veg, fruit, flowers and nurturing wildlife in your garden, patio or window sill, order your copy now! ‘A true joy to read’ - Yotam OttolenghiIn this beautiful and practical guide, Martha Swales makes it easier than ever before to start growing your own slice of nature with her collection of fool-proof projects.You don’t need expensive tools or equipment, Martha’s approach is all about getting outside, trying something new and watching the magic of nature take its course. With chapters on veg, fruit, herbs, flowers and wildlife, there are over 40 of Martha’s favourite projects to make the most of your garden, patio or balcony (plus bonus recipes for how to cook with your produce!) including:Grow garlic greens on your windowsill (and use them to make tasty garlic flatbreads)Create a tower of tumbling strawberriesBuild a pond to bring wildlife to your gardenMake a bulb lasagne for a changing display of flowers throughout springComplete with beautiful illustrations, this is the perfect book for anyone who wants to get more out of their outside space, to enjoy the taste of their own produce, or to simply feel more connected to nature – why don’t you give it a grow?‘Everything this book is celebrating just makes life better - for you and the world around you’ - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall Read more

Come to Cornwall and spend some time at the charming Cornish Garden Café. Surrounded by a beautiful, peaceful garden, the café is a haven at any time of the year. Breathe in the clean sea air, listen to the waves crashing against the shore and relax while you sip a refreshing drink and enjoy a tasty bite to eat…Freelance journalist, Lena Teller, is renting a cottage in Cornwall for the summer. After a few challenging years, she’s decided to start writing her first romance novel and feels that three months of sun, sea, and cream teas will be the perfect inspiration.Former professional footballer, Thomas Dryden, comes to stay in Cornwall with his sister, Marnie, and her family. Following an accident that left him with both physical and mental scars, he felt he had no choice but to quit the game. Thomas isn’t sure what comes next but knows that he needs to recover and spending some time in Cornwall seems like a good first step.When Lena and Thomas meet, there’s a spark of attraction but both are wary. Their backgrounds are very different, and they both have heavy emotional baggage. Just as it seems like romance is blossoming, a story about Thomas appears online and he withdraws while he tries to work out if Lena has betrayed him.Will Lena and Thomas find a way to trust each other, or will their doubts mean that this was never going to be more than a summer fling? Read more

Dante has come to the small coastal town of Te Kohe, New Zealand, for a fresh start in life. But he doesn't want to open a BnB, or save a charming bookshop, or start a romance with a single mother in need of rescuing.He just wants to forget about his past career (which involved a lot of dead bodies) and have everyone leave him the heck alone. Unfortunately for Dante, life has other plans... Read more

Come to Cornwall and spend some time at the charming Cornish Garden Café. Surrounded by a beautiful, peaceful garden, the café is a haven at any time of the year. Breathe in the clean sea air, listen to the waves crashing against the shore and relax while you sip a refreshing drink and enjoy a tasty bite to eat…Ellie Cordwell seeks refuge with her grandmother, Pearl, in Cornwall after a breakup and the failure of her acting career. Ellie is burnt out and in need of rest and recuperation before she can figure out what comes next.Successful entrepreneur, Jasper Holmes, is busy with work and raising his two young children. He’s gone through his fair share of heartbreak and has made a vow to stay single until his children are grown. In fact, he can’t get his head around the thought of ever dating again.Not one to be complacent, Ellie rolls up her sleeves and helps her grandmother out at the café, in its stunning location near the beach. It’s very different to her life in London and she’s surprised to find herself enjoying being back in the village she once called home.Jasper finds new arrival Ellie as refreshing as the sea air, but friendship is all he’s interested in. His heart is fragile, and he can’t risk it again because he has to be strong for his children.As the spring flowers bloom and the air grows warmer with the promise of summer, something blossoms between Ellie and Jasper. Will they allow their feelings to grow like the flowers in the garden or will they part ways as the summer waves roll in? Read more

Crocheted Houseplants features 25 stylish projects to revive your home or office decor and create a lush indoor garden. Plants have the power to make any space feel calmer and more peaceful. Now you can surround yourself in a green indoor oasis without ever having to remember about watering, repotting, or feeding. Ideal for aspirational gardeners who aren't keen on getting their hands dirty, these crocheted beauties will give you year-round horticultural satisfaction, without any of the hassle. You'll find popular crowd-pleasers, like:Stunning Yucca Vibrant SpiderTropical Cheese plants Dramatic purple foliage of coleusDelicate blooms of the moth orchidThe menacing Venus fly trap. Flip through the stylish gallery pages, pick your favourite plants and get started. Everything you'll need to know is included in the book, from tools and materials to explanations of the basic crochet stitches. You'll also find out how to pot up and display your fabulous, crocheted creations. Read more

THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERFrom award-winning writer Nigel Slater, comes a new and exquisitely written collection of notes, memoir, stories and small moments of joy.'Nigel Slater’s prose is the rarest delicacy of all: exquisite yet effortless, filled with heart, tenderness, yearning and humour' ELIZABETH DAYFor years, Nigel Slater has kept notebooks of curiosities and wonderings, penned while at his kitchen table, soaked in a fisherman’s hut in Reykjavik, sitting calmly in a moss garden in Japan or sheltering from a blizzard in a Vienna Konditorei.These are the small moments, events and happenings that gave pleasure before they disappeared. Miso soup for breakfast, packing a suitcase for a trip and watching a butterfly settle on a carpet, hiding in plain sight. He gives short stories of feasts such as a mango eaten in monsoon rain or a dish of restorative macaroni cheese and homes in on the scent of freshly picked sweet peas and the sound of water breathing at night in Japan.This funny and sharply observed collection of the good bits of life, often things that pass many of us by, is utter joy from beginning to end.‘I loved this. It is a secular book of hours – thoughts and pleasures beautifully cadenced and generously placed’ Edmund de Waal‘Nigel Slater has a magical capacity to find beauty in the smallest moments. A nourishing, sustaining book’ Olivia Laing‘His evocative, uplifting observations are a balm for life: a prose-poem for eaters and a spiritual companion for thoughtful cooks. A true and enduring joy’ Nigella Lawson‘You can’t always feel buoyant and grateful but noticing – and getting pleasure from – the seemingly insignificant is a good way to live. As he says, feel the “small moments of joy”’ Diana HenryNigel Slater's book 'A Thousand Feasts' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-09-23. Read more

The first six books in the heartfelt series are now available in one collection!From a runaway bride to a reality baking show competition, to rumors of a haunted wood and, of course, a Christmas of the coziest kind, there’s never a dull moment for event planner Julianne in the quirky village she calls home.This book bundle contains Wedding Vows and Cornish Ribbons, Cornish Sweets and Wedding Treats, Spring Roses Under Topaz Skies, Cornish Gold at Summer's End, Walnut Mince Pies at the Frost Fete, Secrets and Sunsets at Azure Bay. Read more

Discover a vast treasure trove of botanical knowledge in The Botanist’s Library, a superbly illustrated collection of 300+ seminal books and illustrations from throughout history.From the earliest manuscripts penned by visionary naturalists, to the modern tomes that continue to shape our understanding of the plant kingdom, this book is a testament to the tireless dedication of the world's greatest botanists. Its compelling narrative and visual journey make it a must-have addition to the library of anyone fascinated by the beauty and complexity of the plant kingdom.This complete guide traces the development of botanical science through era-defining publications, covering:Historia Plantarum, the first history of botany, written between c. 350 BC and c. 287 BC, in which Theophrastus described plants by their uses, and attempted a biological classification, based on how plants reproduced, to the authors of the herbals of the 16th centuryBrunfels, Fuchs, Bock and Mattioli, who regarded plants as the vehicles of medicinal virtuesThe golden age of the 18th- and 19th-century flower hunters, who travelled to every corner of the world in search of new and exotic plantsToday’s most significant works of botanical referenceEach chapter delves into the pages of a seminal work, unveiling the insights, controversies, and stories behind the books that have shaped our understanding of the plant world. Whether you are a seasoned botanist, a budding enthusiast, or simply someone with an insatiable curiosity about the natural world, The Botanist's Library offers a comprehensive reference that will enrich your understanding of botany and its evolution. Read more

The Garden Against Time is the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller from acclaimed writer Olivia Laing; a passionate, epic exploration of the power and possibilities of gardens.'What a wonderful book this is' – Nigel SlaterWhen Olivia Laing began to restore a walled garden in Suffolk, an overgrown Eden of unusual plants, the work drew them into an exhilarating investigation of paradise and its long association with gardens.Moving between the real and the imagined, from Milton’s Paradise Lost to a wartime sanctuary in Italy, to a grotesque aristocratic pleasure ground funded by slavery, Laing interrogates the sometimes shocking cost of making paradise on earth.But the story of the garden can also be a place of rebel outposts and communal dreams, from the improbable queer utopia conjured by Derek Jarman on the beach at Dungeness to the vision of a common Eden cultivated by William Morris. New modes of living can and have been attempted amidst the flower beds, experiments that could prove vital in the coming era of radical change.‘This book is what we need right now: paradise, regained’ – Philip Hoare‘Every generation gets one perfect book about gardens and this is ours’ – Julia Bell‘Prepare yourself to be enchanted’ – Jilly Cooper‘The most magical writing’ – Jeremy Lee‘I felt doubly alive after reading it’ – Celia Paul‘Quite literally unputdownable’ – Jinny Blom‘A book for thinking gardeners everywhere’ – Mary Keen Read more