Trees in Canberra (Signed)

Trees in Canberra by L. D. Pryor (Second Edition, 1968, Department of the Interior) is a classic and authoritative guide to the tree species and urban forestry of Australia’s national capital. This book offers a comprehensive catalogue of trees suitable for Canberra’s climate and geography, including identification guides, planting recommendations, and notes on growth habits. As a reference compiled by one of the city’s pioneering botanists, it remains a valuable resource for horticulturists, conservationists, urban planners — and anyone interested in Canberra’s unique arboreal heritage.

In Trees in Canberra, Pryor draws on decades of botanical research and practical experience to advise on the suitability of both native and exotic tree species for different environments — from suburban gardens to public parks. The second edition enriches the original with updated observations and refined guidance, reflecting evolving understanding of Canberra’s climate, soil and urban development pressures. This makes the book useful not only as a historical document, but as a still-relevant planning and planting guide.

For collectors of botanical, environmental, or urban-planning literature, this 1968 edition represents both a period piece and a living reference. Trees in Canberra captures a foundational moment in the shaping of Canberra’s tree-filled landscape and remains a trusted source for anyone wanting to understand — or recreate — the city’s distinctive urban forest legacy.