Naturalistic planting design : the essential guide / Nigel Dunnett.

By:

Dunnett, Nigel

Material type: Text

9780993389269 (hardback)

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

712.6 23

Contents:

Introduction: planting for people -- From the beginning -- Understanding contemporary naturalism -- Reading nature -- Planting design toolkit -- Future nature -- Cultivation Guidelines.

Summary: Naturalistic planting design offers an exciting alternative to traditional garden making. Rich in plants, sustainable and good for the environment, naturalistic gardens are also beautiful, uplifting places that resonate with the energy of the natural world - but they can be challenging to get right. In this seminal book, leading exponent of the technique Nigel Dunnett shares his peerless ecological and horticultural wisdom and fascinating working methods to ensure success with every project. By following a simple set of rules and principles in a unique `Planting Design Toolkit' discover how to read the landscape and create `designed plant communities' that are layered to sustain interest throughout the year. Learn how to design planting that captures the spirit of nature, fosters immersive, emotionally engaging experiences and reduces the need for maintenance. The information is in-depth, practical and generously supported by a wealth of case studies, illustrations, plans and diagrams. This is the essential go-to guide for anyone wishing to join the adventure and plant the naturalistic way.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Book	State Botanical Collection	RBG	712.6 NAT (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		RBG00021784

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction: planting for people -- From the beginning -- Understanding contemporary naturalism -- Reading nature -- Planting design toolkit -- Future nature -- Cultivation Guidelines.

Naturalistic planting design offers an exciting alternative to traditional garden making. Rich in plants, sustainable and good for the environment, naturalistic gardens are also beautiful, uplifting places that resonate with the energy of the natural world - but they can be challenging to get right. In this seminal book, leading exponent of the technique Nigel Dunnett shares his peerless ecological and horticultural wisdom and fascinating working methods to ensure success with every project. By following a simple set of rules and principles in a unique `Planting Design Toolkit' discover how to read the landscape and create `designed plant communities' that are layered to sustain interest throughout the year. Learn how to design planting that captures the spirit of nature, fosters immersive, emotionally engaging experiences and reduces the need for maintenance. The information is in-depth, practical and generously supported by a wealth of case studies, illustrations, plans and diagrams. This is the essential go-to guide for anyone wishing to join the adventure and plant the naturalistic way.