When I opened my mail today, the first thing I saw was a catalog reminding me that “Books Make Great Gifts.”   Colorful gardening books with glossy pages are especially welcome at this time of year, when the landscape itself is becoming pretty dull and dreary.

If you’re looking for a holiday gift for your favorite gardener–or just want to treat yourself–check out Ken Druse’s new book, Planthropology: The Myths, Mysteries, and Miracles of My Garden Favorites.

Ken, as you may know, is a writer and photographer who has already produced several gorgeous, award-winning gardening books.  You can hear his informative podcast, Ken Druse Real Dirt, at www.KenDruse.com .

Ken’s new book is packed with stories of the adventurers and explorers who discovered new plants from all across the globe.  Since I have a long-standing interest in the history and origins of heirlooms, his book struck a chord with me.  But I admire it, too, for its abundance of good, solid gardening advice.

Planthropology, the new book by author and photographer Ken Druse

As the days go by, I’ll have other great book recommendations for you.  Then, when the Southeastern Flower Show opens, you can browse through all the wonderful volumes you’ll find for sale at Eagle Eye Books, one of the show’s many fine vendors.

Cheers,

Lynn

www.LynnCoulter.com