Botanical Gardens of the World

From the Renaissance gardens of Italy to the futuristic botanic gardens of Singapore, this gorgeous book tells the story of these unique institutions. It is a history of science and learning, of politics and national interests, of societal concerns and conservation. But, most of all, it is a compelling exploration of the power and possibility of the natural world, that we are still merely scratching the surface of.

Expert garden historian Deborah Trentham has selected the world’s most important gardens and delves deep into the history of these horticultural institutions – sharing stories of exploration, extraordinary plants and the scientific breakthroughs which have shaped these stunning gardens.