Kew Gardens

Discover the rich history and botanical wonders of Kew Gardens with the insightful work of Sir William Jackson Hooker, a distinguished botanist who played a pivotal role in transforming the Royal Botanic Gardens into a premier center for botanical research. This 2013 reissue by Cambridge University Press presents a single-volume edition of Hooker's beloved guides, including the sixteenth edition of his garden guide and the third edition of his Museum of Economic Botany, both originally published in 1858. Spanning 160 pages, this paperback edition is a must-have for gardening enthusiasts and plant lovers alike. Dive into the fascinating world of Kew Gardens and explore its incredible plant collections and horticultural practices, all through the eyes of one of its greatest advocates.