THE GARDENER'S LIBRARY

“Si hortum in bibliotheca habes, deerit nihil” - “If you have a garden and a library you have everything you need” CICERO 

Presented by Local Nurseries, a group of 8 of the best plant retailers around Melbourne; Acorn Nursery, Bay Road, Gardenworld, Poyntons of Essendon, Rivers of Yarrambat, Pinewood Quality Nursery, Van Loons Nursery and Warran Glen.
The Gardener's Library was designed by us, constructed by Semken Landscaping, interior styling by Becsam designs.

Thanks to the Age newspaper for the fantastic article, also to CH9 news for coverage on opening night. Thank you to Graham Ross at CH7 Better Homes and Gardens for the amazing coverage on Friday night and to Linda & Sandra Ross for their article. Thanks also to  Jason Hodges for the article in the Canberra Times. The Flowershow guy has captured 'The Gardener's Library' on video.

​During the last 19 years, since the inaugural Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS), Vivid Design's gardens have received 17 Gold medals, 2 'Best in show' awards, 5 'Best use of plants' award, the Royal Horticultural Society of Victoria 'Comeadow Medal' for design. At he MIFGS official cocktail gala 2014, the Gardener's Library was voted the inaugural Murdoch Children's Research Institute's 'Most desirable Garden'.

Suppliers:- Flemings Nurseries, Oasis Horticulture, PGA, Seasol, Smith & Gordon, Warner's Nurseries, Natural Selections, Syngenta, Merrywood plants & Grow Better.
Conservatory by Hampton Conservatories, Botanical Art by Craig Lidgerwood, Lighting by Gardens at Night, Paving by Pavers Plus, Lattice by Australian Lattice & Timber, Adhesives & Sealants by MAPEI, Paint by Dulux, Landscape Supplies by Daisy's Garden Supplies, Turf by Lilydale Instant Lawn, Stone Inscription by Lodge Brothers and Total Way Transport for the deliveries.
Evening Images by Casamento Photography courtesy of Gardens at Night