Discover 60 of the world's most spectacular gardens plus 120 travel ideas to ignite a love of outdoor spaces.

Use the history of every botanical gem, the photography and trip planning tips to explore the restorative effects of flora and fauna, and the joy to be experienced from each of the inspiring gardens inside it.

Walk spellbinding nature trails at the Desert Botanical Garden in Arizona, US; wander the stone paths of Japan's infamous Kenroku-en Garden; or steal away to a subtropical retreat just off the coast from Glengarriff, Ireland

Inside The Joy of Exploring Gardens:

- 60 in-depth profiles of gardens illustrated with beautiful photography; a Q&A section where you can read the insights and thoughts from an expert closely linked to the garden; and first-hand accounts from writers who have visited each outdoor space

- 120 extra must-visit garden destinations from all over the world

- At-a-glance reasons to go that offer a glimpse into what you can expect to find in each garden from water features to rainforest walks; city views to upcycled sculptures

- Accessibility awareness including an overview of the path and ground conditions and the availability of accessible toilets and other amenities for visitors with disabilities and mobility issues

- In the know tips to help you get there including local transport, when to go, what to take with you, must-do activities, and experiences not to be missed

- Covers global garden destinations including Africa & the Middle East, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania

• Foreword by Lyanda Lynn Haupt, author, naturalist, ecophilosopher, and speaker
• Hardcover
• Pages 272
• 24cm x 18cm