The instantly recognizable English cottage garden encapsulates that delightful mix of scented climbers,drifts of flowers inter-mingled with herbs and vegetables,fruit trees and traditional features. Much loved and copied throughout the world,it is uniquely individual. With no strict rules to adhere to,it is a garden style that is both informal and functional,celebrating fragrance,flowers and seasonal interest at its heart. The old cottage style of gardening,that blended planting to create a flowery yet productive plot within a small space,is still highly relevant and easily transferable to today's modern garden,whether it be a city courtyard or a large garden in the country.Appropriate for gardeners of every level of ability,The English Cottage Garden covers all aspects of designing a cottage-style garden; from choosing the right trees,climbers,shrubs and perennials to creating an authentic cottage feel to the plantingIt also covers the use of colour within the garden; how features can establish a framework and create focal points; and why companion planting is essential to this style. Illustrated throughout with a wealth of photographs showing gardens,planting combinations,colourful border schemes and individual flowers,this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the quintessential cottage garden.
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Publisher: The Crowood Press LtdISBN: 9781785009495Weight: 935 gDimensions: 280 x 215 x 20 mm
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...if you want to know anything about cottage gardens from what they are to how to make them,it is a truly comprehensive guide.An inspiring book by Andrew Sankey to guide you through all aspects of creating a cottage style garden,from choosing the right plants to design and careIn his book The English Cottage Garden,Andrew Sankey sets out to explain its origins,and how to make a start at creating this style of garden today...This book should be extremely useful to anyone starting out in gardening,helping them to achieve a well-rounded knowledge on various aspects of horticulture... for instance,companion planting.
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