The steps to creating a spectacular one–of–a–kind garden For the gardening enthusiast dying to replicate the stunning gardens pictured in magazines and other people′s backyards, this practical guide makes it oh–so–simple and fun. With ten model gardens to choose from, this beautifully illustrated guide demystifies the process of garden design, helping any first–time gardener sketch a plan, select plants, lighting, and accessories–and design a garden with its own unique creative stamp. Each model garden features a plan, an overall picture with close–ups, and notes on why the garden works and how its features can be re–created. Unstinting in its detail and practical advice, Design Your Garden is the ideal pattern book for anyone who wants to create something lovely and long–lasting in their own backyard.
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“…excellent and inspirational books…simplifies the whole complicated business of garden design…easy reading and beautifully illustrated.” Motoring & Leisure July/August 2008 "Covers the basics of garden design form [from] information to inspiration." (KarenPlatt.co.uk, March 16th 2009)
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Garden Style Guides This new series of compact illustrated books from John Wiley & Sons makes gardening, fresh, engaging and accessible. The emphasis is on high style and low maintenance – quick fix, high–impact solutions. Featuring newly commissioned photography, each title provides lashings of inspiration to help create your own garden, whether it be a minimalist terrace, a wild flower haven or a family garden. Titles in the series include: Design Your Garden: 10 simple steps to transform your garden ISBN: 978–0–470–51763–5 (£9.99) Garden Makeovers: Quick fixes and designer secrets to transform your garden ISBN: 978–0–470–51762–8 (£9.99) Low–Maintenance Gardens: 10 simple steps to beautiful, easy and stylish outside spaces ISBN: 978–0–470–51751–2 (£9.99) Rooftop & Terrace Gardens: A step–by–step guide to creating a modern and stylish space ISBN: 978–0–470–51761–1 (£9.99)
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Have bought and reviewed Low Maintenance Gardens by the same author, so when I saw there were another three titles in the series I thought I'd try this one too as a supplement. It's fantastic for someone like me who needs stylish inspiration but also simple, easy-to-digest information on the basics Really handholds readers through sorting their green patches out!
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very good book, has great tips before you start the big project. Lots of illustrations for inspiration, which I found very helpful. even has ideas for smaller spaces which some of the garden books tend to forget. would recommend too a friend.
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Though the books are small and unassuming, they are exactly what I was looking for. They provide "How To" advice on a sophisticated level; more architectural, and conceptual than most current "how to" books. Helps sort out the myriad of options when designing a garden. For example, in picking out paving materials- she describes possible pitfalls - "Indian Sandstone is reasonably priced...but remember that it is porous, so will absorb water and, therefore, dirt and will look much darker in a few years down the line." Her guide on Low Maintenance gardens is also excellent, filled with tips about plants that may look good when installed but then become a maintenance nightmare.
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