Small Space Gardens: see uk edition: isbn 1840914661 - Softcover

Stevens, David

3.5

30 ratings by Goodreads

9780061127779: Small Space Gardens: see uk edition: isbn 1840914661

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0061127779 ISBN 13: 9780061127779

Publisher: HarperCollins, 2006

View all copies of this ISBN edition:

A practical guide to gardening offers an array of innovative solutions for creating a beautiful outdoor landscape in a limited space, explaining how to bring together an interior, exterior, and existing space into an integrated whole and offering advice on selecting plants and design elements. Reprint.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

Review:

A well-designed garden, be it 10ft square or an acre or more, not only gives the owner a great deal of pleasure but adds value to any property. But getting the design right can be difficult and the smaller the space, the harder it tends to become. Renowned garden designer David Stevens sets out to assist those with cramped plots make the most of them and enhance their home with the addition of a well-thought out green oasis. From contemporary to classical, Stevens is not averse to the inclusion of modern materials such as corrugated iron, cement and ornate mulches which feature together with the more traditional wood, stone and terracotta. He shows how simplicity can be the key to a small garden and, conversely, the use of large plants. Normally thought too big for such small areas, he demonstrates how they offer height and perspective to the plot, concealing boundaries and thereby visually enlarging the space. Covering design, planting, ornamentation, water features, lighting and more, this is a comprehensive guide to making the most of a tiny garden. Beautifully photographed and informatively written,this is a superior, professional look at a subject often glossed over or over-glossed in other publications. - Lucy Watson

About the Author:

David Stevens is one of the leading contemporary gardening designers in the world. He has won over 26 awards at the Chelsea Flower Show, including an impressive 11 gold medals in addition to international recognition, the latest at the International Garden Competition in Japan. David Stevens is the author of over 18 books and has presented several television and radio series for the BBC. David is also the horticultural consultant for B&Q.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.