Designing Gardens with Plant Shapes

Designing Gardens with Plant Shapes by SMITH CAROL


ISBN
9781847972798
Published
Binding
Paperback
Pages
144
Dimensions
172 x 242 x 10mm

Designing Gardens with Plant Shapes introduces a new visual approach to planting design. Instead of relying heavily on plant knowledge, it provides a practical, hands-on method for the design of planting, so that the final garden suits your needs and style. This innovative book sets out the principles of planting design, introduces the nine plant shapes and a selection of appropriate plants, and explains how all gardeners - from the novice to the experienced - can achieve a beautiful and rewarding garden. Topics covered: ? Theoretical aspects of planting design ? The nine plant shapes described and plant libraries suggested ? The plant shapes method explained with practical drawing exercises ? Advice on using colour in a planting scheme ? Examples of three dimensional planting design schemes ? Guide to planting process AUTHOR: Carol Smith is a professional garden designer and freelance lecturer. She has worked on several award-winning show gardens and teaches on all aspects of garden and planting design. SELLING POINTS: ? An innovative book that introduces a new visual approach to planting design ? It provides a practical, hands-on method of planting design rather than relying on plant knowledge ? Sets out the principles of planting design, introduces the nine plant shapes and appropriate plants ILLUSTRATIONS: 132 colour photographs a46 diagrams *
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