A Trusted Guide for Cool Climate Native Gardeners

The Australian Plants for Canberra Region Gardens book is your go-to companion for creating a thriving native garden in cool climate areas. Carefully compiled by the Australian Native Plants Society (Canberra Region), this fully revised 5th edition draws on decades of hands-on experience in the field.

Inside, you’ll discover over 930 species of Australian native plants. Each plant profile includes a clear description, a vibrant colour photograph, and expert notes on growing habits, ideal conditions, and care tips. Many of the featured plants are indigenous to the Canberra region, while others come from climates with similar seasonal patterns.

Whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an established garden, this book offers invaluable guidance. It covers everything from site preparation to soil care, plant selection to long-term maintenance. For those interested in propagation, it includes practical tips for growing from seed or cuttings.

What makes this handbook especially helpful is its real-world advice. The writers have tested these plants in local gardens and know what works. They also provide useful lists to help you choose plants based on height, flower colour, or preferred conditions—saving you time and effort. Plus, tips on water-wise gardening and habitat creation help you support local wildlife.

Beautifully laid out and easy to use, this book is perfect for gardeners of all skill levels. Whether you’re planting on a rural block, in a suburban yard, or along a nature strip, it helps you build a garden that reflects the Australian landscape.

If you want your garden to flourish through frosts, droughts, and dry summers, the Australian Plants for Canberra Region Gardens book is the essential resource to guide you every step of the way.

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