Banksias are Australia's most iconic plants after Eucalypts - known for thousands of years to Australians and - through writing and art - to many more who have never visited this land. This extensively revised edition includes the most recently discovered Banksia, vincentia, with descriptions and illustrations of all 79 known species with many new photographs and updated species descriptions. It provides the history of their discovery, evolution, how to find and grow them and how they have inspired artists and artisans. With some 400 beautiful colour illustrations it is the comprehensive, up-to-date guide to these unique and fascinating plants.

Banksias are iconic, rugged Australian plants that have been important in the lives of peoples for thousands of years. Today, Banksias provide us with food, timber, beauty, wonder, inspiration and income. They help us to appreciate the wildness of Australia. This definitive book includes all 78 known species of Banksia (some only recently discovered). It explains how to find, recognise and grow them, including dealing with pests and diseases. Throughout the book is the story of how they were discovered and named - a story that reflects the colourful history of Australian botanical exploration. All species are photographed and there are portraits of all the principal players in the history of Banksia. Tables list which Banksias to grow for particular purposes such as showy flowers, groundcovers and shady places.

Third edition of a book which covers of all known 76 species of Banksia, including several new ones. Each species is described, including its history, where it grows and when it flowers. Advice is given on how to grow them and instucts on how to collect seeds and raise plants in the garden. Includes over 100 colour plates and an index.