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Wild by Design
Naturalistic Gardening for Modern Australian Landscapes
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'An essential book for anyone exploring the wilder side of gardening.' Paul Bangay In Wild by Design, Tim Pilgrim shares the joys of naturalistic gardening - an approach inspired by the dynamic beauty of untamed plants, the garden as wildlife habitat, the rhythm of the seasons,...
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How to create a biodiverse, climate-proof, plant-driven garden for any space, inspired by the beauty of nature.
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'An essential book for anyone exploring the wilder side of gardening.' Paul Bangay
In Wild by Design, Tim Pilgrim shares the joys of naturalistic gardening - an approach inspired by the dynamic beauty of untamed plants, the garden as wildlife habitat, the rhythm of the seasons, our future climate, and the visual rewards of relaxing our need for control.
With stunning photography by Martina Gemmola, Wild by Design presents the creative inspiration, information and tools you'll need to create your own plant-driven naturalistic garden, whether you're starting with an existing garden or a blank slate. Learn about:
• soil
• materials
• composition
• propagation
• maintenance.
As well, Tim shares a detailed pictorial guide to his 100 most trusted and useful plants for naturalistic compositions.
More than a how-to guide, though, Wild by Design is a deep reflection on the naturalistic movement in an Australian context, capturing the change, texture, climate, looseness and light that make Australian naturalistic gardens unique in the world. It's a book for ambitious home gardeners both urban and rural, as well as professional landscape designers exploring new philosophies of gardening, and anyone who finds joy in gardens.
In Wild by Design, Tim Pilgrim shares the joys of naturalistic gardening - an approach inspired by the dynamic beauty of untamed plants, the garden as wildlife habitat, the rhythm of the seasons, our future climate, and the visual rewards of relaxing our need for control.
With stunning photography by Martina Gemmola, Wild by Design presents the creative inspiration, information and tools you'll need to create your own plant-driven naturalistic garden, whether you're starting with an existing garden or a blank slate. Learn about:
• soil
• materials
• composition
• propagation
• maintenance.
As well, Tim shares a detailed pictorial guide to his 100 most trusted and useful plants for naturalistic compositions.
More than a how-to guide, though, Wild by Design is a deep reflection on the naturalistic movement in an Australian context, capturing the change, texture, climate, looseness and light that make Australian naturalistic gardens unique in the world. It's a book for ambitious home gardeners both urban and rural, as well as professional landscape designers exploring new philosophies of gardening, and anyone who finds joy in gardens.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761500411
Publisher: Murdoch Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 September 2025
Country: Australia
Imprint: Murdoch Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 210.0mm
Height: 260.0mm
Weight: 1492g
Pages: 320
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About the Author
Based on Dja Dja Wurrung Country in Central Victoria, Tim Pilgrim is renowned for his naturalistic gardens. With almost two decades of experience, Tim has developed a distinct style that blends the traditional and the modern. His formal horticultural training provides a strong foundation in hands-on skills, and a deep understanding of how plantings work in the real world. He is known for his emphasis on sustainable, considered plantings that are suited to local climates, and his plant selections are highly regarded.
In his garden designs, Tim draws on the work of contemporary innovators and their ethereal styles. The outcome is a much sought-after naturalistic aesthetic, applied to the Australian landscape. A true plantsman, Tim uses his exceptional plant knowledge and natural eye to create immersive planting design.
He has worked in some of Australia's most renowned gardens including the Garden of St Erth (Diggers), Sefton and Paul Bangay's Stonefields, and his work has been featured in Country Style, Australian House & Garden, The Design Files and Gardens Illustrated among other publications. Wild by Design is his first book.
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