6 Houseplant Books To Add To Your Coffee Table Collection
The gardening community has been producing practical indoor plant care books and manuals for decades. Today, so many of us look to the internet for information and inspiration on indoor plants, but there’s nothing like cracking open a beautiful book on the subject. Whether it’s for your own personal growth or as a gift for a plant-loving friend, here are our favorite books that not only cover some of the basics of practical plant care but also dive into the world of living with and styling beautiful indoor greenery.
The New Plant Parent by Darryl Cheng
Best for: New plant parents! And anyone looking to deepen their relationship and understanding of their leafy companions.
Darryl Cheng of House Plant Journal knows a thing or two about practical plant care. His book is a wonderfully holistic introduction to the world of indoor plants, and focuses primarily on developing the intuitive sense we know as “green thumb”.
The House Gardener by Isabelle Palmer
Best for: DIYers and those looking to get their hands dirty.
From moss walls to greenhouse terrariums, this book by The Balcony Gardener’s Isabelle Palmer is a fun introduction to hands-on projects for small urban spaces.
Wonder Plants by Irene Schampaert
Best for: architecture and interior lovers, plant styling inspiration, and unique coffee table decor.
From Antwerp to Tokyo and everywhere in between, Wonder Plants is a visual journey through beautiful green-inspired spaces. Best for gaining inspiration, this book also includes some practical plant care information.
The Little Book of Cacti And Other Succulents by Emma Sibley
Best for: those looking to create a boho cacti collection.
The name says it all. This adorable little pocket book covers over 60 different varieties of cacti and succulents worth adding to your collection, including care tips, trivia, and more.
Grow in the Dark by Lisa Eldred Steinkopf
Best for: urbanites living in dimly-lit spaces.
You don’t need to have tons of light to enjoy the benefits of indoor greenery, and this book is proof. Discover and learn about the low-light beauties that bring just as much joy as their sun-loving counterparts.
House of Plants: Living with Succulents, Air Plants and Cacti by Rose Ray & Caro Langton
Best for: practical coffee table decor.
The perfect balance of plant care and plant styling, this book makes not just a beautiful decor object but also a practical handbook for taking care of and styling some of the most popular indoor plants.
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