| Description |
320 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Summary |
Richly illustrated with hundreds of full-color images by award-winning garden photographer, Marianne Majerus, along with illuminating text by designer Heidi Howcroft, this volume is a comprehensive trove of ideas and solutions for every type of garden that explore the possibilities for every situation, from challenging small spaces to expansive plots. Design tools are explained, planting styles explored, and inspiration is drawn from a wide variety of locations and climates to appeal to gardeners and designers everywhere. This is also a valuable style catalogue and sourcebook, encouraging and inspiring readers to discover their own garden style -- contemporary or traditional, from cottage whimsy to classic formality or modern minimalism. A wealth of stylish design ideas for every kind of outdoor setting are included, whether inspired by the past or aspiring towards the future. Every conceivable topic is covered: paths and walkways, beds and borders, patios and entertainment spaces, water elements, vertical gardens, edibles, and much more. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Tailor-made -- Styles -- Finishing touches. |
| Subject |
Gardens -- Design -- Pictorial works.
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Gardening.
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Landscape gardening.
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Gardening (OCoLC)fst00937852
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Gardens -- Design
(OCoLC)fst00937899
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Landscape gardening (OCoLC)fst00991916
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| Genre/Form |
Illustrated works (OCoLC)fst01423873
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Pictorial works (OCoLC)fst01423874
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Illustrated works.
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| Added Author |
Majerus, Marianne, photographer.
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| ISBN |
9780847873012 (hardcover) |
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0847873013 (hardcover) |
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