Judith Lywood's aim is to offer a new approach to garden design. It need not be costly, complex nor daunting. This book is full of ideas and practical information that will help you to quickly and easily transform even the most unpromising patch into a charming area that you, your family and friends will cherish. Within this book, Judith Lywood has developed ten garden designs, with beautiful illustrations and plant descriptions. Several of the designs encompass areas for growing fruit and vegetables adding attraction and interest to the planting scheme. These designs can be reproduced as a complete design, or adapted to fit your outdoor space, be it a small, narrow, medium size or a full family garden. The book includes an easy to follow construction guide with detailed illustrations along with guidance and advice for successfully growing your crops. All the designs and planting schemes have been chosen with the aim of giving enchanting views from your home with an attractive place outside to relax in privacy.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD PHOTOGRAPHY TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR 'A fabulous, bonsai-filled book' Daily Mail The complement to the BBC2 series, Japanese Gardens: written by the nation's favourite gardener Monty Don, and beautifully produced with over 200 original photographs from Derry Moore. Traditional Japanese gardens combine aesthetics with ethics in a perfectly curated celebration of nature. A Japanese garden is the natural world made miniature: rocks represent mountains, ponds represent seas. In this personal and lyrical exploration of both the traditional and the modern aspects of Japanese gardening, Monty Don takes a look at the traditions and culture which inform some of the most beautiful gardens from all over Japan, from Kenroku-en to the Zen gardens of Tokyo and the historic beauty of Kyoto. Monty Don and Derry Moore guide us through the history and spectacular seasons of Japanese gardens, from the famous cherry blossom celebration hanami to the autumnal crimson magnificence of momijigari. Monty Don also explores the creative forms uniquely associated with Japanese gardens, from stone-masonry and ikebana to the intricate skill of bonsai. Stunningly photographed by Derry Moore, Japanese Gardens is a fascinating exploration of a unique relationship with gardens. 'An illuminating insight not only into the history and horticulture of some remarkable gardens but also into the Japanese culture and psyche' Gardens Illustrated ALSO BY MONTY DON & DERRY MOORE PARADISE GARDENS: THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL ISLAMIC GARDENS As seen on the highly acclaimed BBC2 series, a glorious celebration of the richness of Islamic culture through some of the most beautiful gardens on earth. 'Sun-filled escapism' Country Life 'Simply breathtaking' Love it!

Thorough, how-to explanations and illustrations present the fundamentals of residential landscape design. This comprehensive resource guides readers through the entire process of designing a residential landscape, from initial contact with the client and discussion of a rough concept, to completing a finished master plan and selecting materials for implementing the design. Numerous illustrations and helpful case study examples provide a clear look at the principles and techniques discussed in the book, making it an ideal introductory text for students and an invaluable reference for professional designers and homeowners. Residential Landscape Architecture: Design Process for the Private Residence, 7/e retains the content of the previous editions and provides new learning objectives, clearer text, a new overview and design project used to convey phases of the design process, additional photographs of built projects, discussion of current technologies, and new techniques for rendering color drawings within limited time frames.

Gardens take many forms, and have a variety of functions. They can serve as spaces of peace and tranquilty, a way to cultivate wildlife, or as places to develop agricultural resources. Globally, gardens have inspired, comforted, and sustained people from all walks of life, and since the Garden of Eden many iconic gardens have inspired great artists, poets, musicians, and writers. In this short history, Gordon Campbell embraces gardens in all their splendour, from parks, and fruit and vegetable gardens to ornamental gardens, and takes the reader on a globe-trotting historical journey through iconic and cultural signposts of gardens from different regions and traditions. Ranging from the gardens of ancient Persia to modern day allotments, he concludes by looking to the future of the garden in the age of global warming, and the adaptive spirit of human innovation.

This eBook is a basic guide for beginners who are new to gardening. The aim is to teach you the key elements of gardening and improve your knowledge. From this book, you will learn how to check the soil and dirt. Learn how to plant fruits, herbs and vegetables. The book will also take an in-depth look at all the gardening tools and how they can be used to maintain a perfect garden throughout the year.

Landscape Design for the Homeowner is a concise little reference that makes the topic easily understandable for anyone contemplating a landscape planting project. The design principles discussed are applicable for homeowners as well as small business owners or even large commercial projects. You will save time, money and heartache by reading the tips here before tackling any landscape planting project.