Toronto Public Library Homepage

We Recommend

Get Growing!

These books are filled with inspiration and practical tips for gardeners.

Book cover
Johnson, Lorraine, 1960-
Native plants are easy to grow and will add colours and beauty to your garden!
Book cover
Wareham, Anne.
This book conveys the challenges, the hard work, the triumphs and failures behind the creation and development of a contemporary garden.
Book cover
Johnson, Lorraine, 1960-
There are numerous ways city dwellers are embracing the idea of growing their own food. Anyone can plant their own food despite the size of their home!
Also available in these formats:
Book cover
Timmermeister, Kurt.
Former Seattle city slicker and restaurateur, Kurt Timmermeister, shares the realities of establishing a profitable farm and his growing awareness of the relationship between food and its sources.
Book cover
Bowe, Alice.
This book has a strong focus on energy-conserving and environmentally friendly gardening practices.
Book cover
Young, Beth O'Donnell.
This colourful guide examines the development of seasonal and sustainable practices for home gardeners, which also attract beneficial wildlife.
Book cover
Tornio, Stacy.
A family guide to gardening. It engages families to explore, innovate, and cultivate through simple projects all year round.
Book cover
Richardson, Fern.
Gardening in small spaces is possible. This colourful volume on gardening in small spaces includes practical information on creating vibrant plantings in containers and getting the most out of small patios, balconies and limited yard space.
Book cover
Symons, Christina.
Gardeners are invited to experiment and have fun in this guide!
Book cover
Spiegelman, Annie.
This is the one handbook which features resources for shopping, learning, and promoting environmentally sound garden practices.
Book cover
Harris, Marjorie, 1937-
Gardening guru Marjorie Harris offers this wonderful guide for gardeners at every stage of life.
Book cover
Blanc, Patrick, 1953-
Travelling from Paris to Bangkok and from New York to Singapore, Blanc invites nature to flourish on the walls of museums, shopping malls, private homes, big hotels and skyscrapers.
Book Buzz Logo
Book Buzz
Join our Virtual Book Club

Discuss books and connect with us!