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Designing your own garden is an exhilarating adventure in creative starting with a vision and then expressing that vision with on-the-ground planting is one of the gardener's greatest joys. But translating dreams into reality can often seem a daunting task. How do you accommodate trellises, decks and colour schemes, not to mention favourite plants, while making the best use of your outdoor space? How do you create breathtaking visual effects without spending a fortune? How can you get the look you want without committing to hours and hours of maintenance? Candian Garden Design answers all these questions and more. Whether you're starting from scratch or renovating an existing garden, Canadian gardening expert Mark Cullen guides you through all the phases of the design process, from important basics to more sophisticated techniques. Canadian Garden Design provides clear and useful advice on design fundamentals such as working with colour, shape and texture; incorporating garden furnishings, decks and patios; exploring fun and practical theme gardens and planning for year-round appeal. Also included are original, easy-to-follow garden plans that can be adapted to turn any yard into a dream garden!