Author Description

o Features hundreds of sumptuous photographs of gardens in locations as diverse as Australia, Europe and the United States o Contains easy-to-follow topical chapters on garden elements (colour, foliage, borders, structure, art and sculpture) and garden types (from formal to contemporary gardens, water gardens to dry gardens, and spiritual gardens to kitchen gardens) o Provides useful and practical suggestions - breaking down garden elements to show how each can be used to create unique garden spaces o Suggests specific plants to complement the many different types of garden covered o Includes comprehensive index of plant names o A valuable sourcebook for budding home gardeners to professional or landscape gardeners Garden Details breaks down the elements of garden design and shows how each can be used to create unique garden spaces. It includes ideas for a multitude of garden elements - from distinctive stonewalls and manicured formal lines to artistic whimsy and colour-coordinated borders - in a variety of garden types ranging from water gardens through to drought-tolerant dry gardens. This is a book to immerse yourself in - to motivate you to create the garden paradise you want and deserve. Whether you are a complete novice or a professional landscape designer, Garden Details will provide you with all the ideas and inspiration you need to make your garden truly spectacular.