The Australian Vegetable Gardening Encyclopedia

Gardening & Environment Education & Reference Food & Drink

The Australian Vegetable Gardening Encyclopedia by The Currawong Press is a vintage 1985 first-edition hardback that distils decades of Down-under know-how into one sturdy volume. Every one of its 272 pages is illustrated, guiding both novice and seasoned gardeners through planting calendars tailored to Australia’s unique zones.

Inside you’ll find clear directions for raising everything from Asian greens to zucchini, plus reliable advice on soil prep, organic pest control, and preserving the surplus by freezing, bottling and drying. The crisp, line-drawn visuals make identification and techniques easy to follow without wading through dense text.

This copy is in very good, collector-worthy condition: pages are spotless and free of notes or dog-ears, the binding is tight, and no tears mar the generous artwork. It comes from a smoke-free home, ready to head straight to the potting shed or the reference shelf.

Whether you’re searching for a nostalgic gardening gift, a practical grow-guide for Australian conditions, or a charming piece of 1980s Australiana, this illustrated encyclopedia ticks every box.