Introduction

Singapore has transformed from a garden city to a model green city. Tree-lined roads throughout the island, interspersed with lush parks, connectors, gardens and nature reserves have created a unique green ambience that drew accolades far and wide. Being a tropical island, urban dwellers and tourists here are able to appreciate the greenery throughout the year.

Getting to know more about our green surrounding have interested people of all ages. Horticulture is also a popular hobby. Garden festivals and green living events are well attended every year. The Singapore Botanic Garden is a must-visit destination for tourists. Parks and nature reserves are haven for the whole family and nature lovers alike.

This Resource Guide, Garden Smart is intended to make highlight key resources on horticulture, parks and gardens in Singapore. These resources give practical ways to be aware of what are growing in and around the lush greenery in our garden city. Information on plant identification, selecting plants, vertical and skyrise gardening and plant care give advice and guides to gardeners and nature lovers, We have also added a section on folklore, legend and cultures related to plants and flowers.

All the publications in this guide are available at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library. We have included books published after the year 2000, except for those titles that we felt should be included in this guide.

You can use the online catalogue at http://catalogue.nlb.gov.sg/ to find out more about these publications.

Sara Pek
Senior Librarian (Reference & Research Services), National Library

Tay Pei Lin
Senior Library Officer (Reference & Research Services), National Library

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