RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design: Planning, Building and Planting by Chris Young - Non Fiction - Hardback

Details. Condition: New. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9780241286135. Publisher: DK (Dorling Kindersley). Age Range: Adult / General Reference. Overview. The RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design is the definitive design bible for anyone dreaming of transforming their outdoor space. Produced under the guidance of the Royal Horticultural Society, this fully revised edition combines inspirational photography with clear, practical advice on planning, building, and planting. Whether you're starting from a blank canvas or reworking an existing plot, this comprehensive hardback guides you confidently from first concept through to finished, flourishing garden.. About the Book. This encyclopedic guide takes readers through every stage of the garden design process, beginning with how to assess a site, read the light and soil, and translate loose ideas into workable plans. From there, it moves into hands-on techniques for building structures such as patios, decking, and ponds, alongside expert planting advice for borders, containers, and productive growing spaces. A wide-ranging portfolio of garden styles is showcased, including modernist, sustainable, Japanese, urban, family-friendly, and cottage gardens, with the defining features of each style clearly explained so you can recreate the look at home. Twelve in-depth case studies of RHS award-winning show gardens are analysed through double-page photography, revealing the design thinking behind some of the finest gardens ever exhibited. A detail...