Aotearoa in Bloom. A history, culture and practical uses of New Zealand's flowers. 2026. illus. (col.). 288 p. Hardcover.

This book invites you on a botanical hikoi through Aotearoa's flowers. Discover where they grow, when they bloom, the roles they play in their ecosystems, and which ones you can grow in your garden. From native mistletoes and around 120 orchid species to the fuzzy edelweiss, the iconic pohutukawa and the precious ngutukaka, which is almost extinct in the wild, you will learn about their ornamental and practical uses and their significance in te ao Maori.

Explore the stories behind their names and how these plants have taken root in our modern cultural identity. Combining photographs with historic botanical drawings, Aotearoa in Bloom weaves together stories of people and plants. Part social history, part gardening guide, this special book is a blossoming celebration of Aotearoa's unique natural heritage.