The Story of the Dunedin Botanic Garden.

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The Story of the Dunedin Botanic Garden.Eric Dunlop. A comprehensive and well illustrated history of the garden, founded in 1863, and the oldest in the country. It explores the turbulent early years and then the contributions made by its directors and gardeners as it became more established. An important figure in the development of the garden was the first Superintendent of Parks and Reserves, David Tannock, who made significant contributions to New Zealand horticulture. Friends of the

Vivian Russell

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spent the equivalent of half a million pounds sterling annually on her garden near Grasse

The mostly hidden associations that plants have with bacteria and fungi are also explored

now owned by the National Trust

New Zealand Forest Service

Describes cultures at risk thirty five years ago but has enhanced contemporary relevance in light of the climate change crisis

In a short period of rampant speculation

Examines some aspects of garden history and the development of key themes

part two site characteristics and part three the plants

Includes information on cultivation