Royal Horticultural Society Encyclopedia of Garden Design - Planning, building and planting your perfect outdoor space
Verlag | Dorling Kindersley UK |
Auflage | 2017 |
Seiten | 392 |
Format | 22,9 x 29,6 x 3,1 cm |
Gewicht | 1972 g |
Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
ISBN-10 | 0241286131 |
EAN | 9780241286135 |
Bestell-Nr | 24128613EA |
Unlock your creative talents and transform your outdoor garden space!
This inspirational yet practical gardening book offers you all the guidance you need to conceive, plan, construct and plant the garden of your dreams. Let's dig in!
This fully revised edition was produced by a team of award-winning experts under the supervision of the RHS. It includes:
- Extensive design inspiration backed up with practical gardening tips, including step-by-step garden structures and planting techniques
- Clear explanations of every stage of the design process, from assessing the space to drawing up detailed plans
- Showcases a wide range of garden styles, identifying key elements needed to create the look
- A visual directory of plants and materials
Regardless of your experience or budget, this indispensable gardening encyclopedia will help you grasp the fundamentals of garden design, find a style that suits you, and bring your ideas to life. Packed wi th expert advice, achievable garden design ideas and tons of inspiration, RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design takes you from getting the concept right to choosing the perfect finishing touches for your outdoor space.
Discover inspirational portfolios including modernist, sustainable, Japanese, urban, family, and cottage gardens. Marvel at 12 insightful case studies of RHS award-winning show gardens, each analysed through a double-page photograph. With a handy visual dictionary and coverage of all the latest gardening trends, this unique gardening guide combines style with substance to help you tackle a full garden makeover or a simple revamp!
It's the perfect gift for beginner or experienced gardeners or garden design students.
Inhaltsverzeichnis:
1: Foreword2: How to design1: First questions2: First principles3: Choosing materials4: Designing with plants5: Assessing your garden6: Creating a plan3: Choosing a style1: Garden styles explained2: Formal gardens3: Cottage gardens4: Mediterranean gardens5: Modernist gardens6: Japanese gardens7: Foliage gardens8: Productive gardens9: Family gardens10: Natural gardens11: Urban gardens12: Country gardens13: Cutting-edge gardens4: Making a garden1: Building garden structures2: Planting techniques5: Plant and materials guide1: Plant guide2: Materials guide6: Understanding hardiness ratings7: Suppliers and useful contacts Designers' details8: Materials guide9: Acknowledgements10: Index11: About the contributors