The Luberon Garden: A provencal story of Apricot Blossom, Truffles and Thyme - Softcover

Dingwall-Main, Alex

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0091880955 ISBN 13: 9780091880958

Publisher: Ebury Press, 2002

Synopsis

'The rollicking adventures of an English garden designer in Provence' Independent 'Escapist reading-magic' The TimesAlex Dingwall-Main left London with his wife and dog nine years ago for the Luberon region of the South of France. A landscape gardener of international renown he was in search of a challenge - a new climate, a new way of gardening and a new way of life. This is his account of gardening his way round Provence, and in particular, of attempting to restore the secret garden of M-nerbes. Situated high on the plains of the Luberon region, M-nerbes is a famously beautiful village - but this garden had long been forgotten. It trailed down over seven levels, thick with brambles and hornets' nests, almond blossom and ancient fig trees. It was an archetypal Proven-al garden and for one whole year it dominated Alex Dingwall-Main's life. From distant dreams came growth and disasters, but ultimately, the garden is reclaimed. From truffle dealers to local mayors, film star neighbours to JCB drivers and olive-tree farmers, Alex takes us on a guided tour of an extraordinary area. Published in hardback with serialisation in The Times and major review and feature coverage, this is the enticing paperback edition of a beautifully written book on plants, people and life. Evocative and inspiring, The Luberon Garden will take you on an unforgettable journey.

About this title

Review:

‘Escapist reading...magic’ -- The Times

‘The rollicking adventures of an English garden designer in Provence’ -- Independent

Book Description:

A delightfully evocative and funny account of gardening in the South of France

About this edition

• Publisher: Ebury Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0091880955
• ISBN 13: 9780091880958
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320