Explore this lavishly illustrated celebration of the beautiful and fascinating world of rock gardens.
''I loved this book even more than I expected to. Gail covers just about every aspect of gardening that you can think of. I really enjoyed this book, it is truly interesting and informative. I can happily recommend it.''
''Fashionable in the 1970s, the rock garden''s place in history and society is reassessed by Harland.''
Canadian author Margaret Atwood said in her work Two-Headed Poems, ‘This is the rock garden. In it, the stones too are flowers’, exemplifying the attraction that a rock garden holds for many people. Rock gardens appeal not just to plant enthusiasts but also to those with an interest in geology. A successful rock garden depends on skilful use of stone to create an aesthetically pleasing design, as well as a suitable habitat for plants.This lavishly illustrated book explores the history of the creation and design of rock gardens, as well as their place in society.
- | Author: Gail Harland
- | Publisher: Amberley Publishing
- | Publication Date: Mar 15, 2025
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- | Binding: Paperback / softback
- | ISBN-13: 9781398119925
- | ISBN-10: 139811992X
- Author:
- Gail Harland
- Publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- Publication Date:
- Mar 15, 2025
- Binding:
- Paperback / softback
- ISBN-13:
- 9781398119925
- ISBN10:
- 139811992X