New Gardening Books for Spring
Dig It!
Monday, 18 May 2026 - 3 minutes
This week on Dig It!, Hester Macdonald shares two standout new gardening books perfect for spring inspiration.
First, she explores Ripe Tomato Revolution by Frank Hyman, a practical and entertaining guide packed with clever tomato-growing advice, DIY planter ideas, and humorous observations from an experienced gardener with a scientific mindset.
Then, Hester turns to the floral world with Pretty Dirty by celebrated florist Melanie Stapleton, a beautifully photographed book covering flower growing, seasonality, composting, and the creative community behind modern floristry.
Whether you’re planting tomatoes, dreaming of cut flowers, or simply looking to expand your gardening library, this episode offers fresh recommendations for gardeners and book lovers alike. Listen again at WRS or follow Dig It! on social media.
