RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design: Planning, Building and Planting Your Perfect Outdoor Space by Chris Young - Hardback - RHS Garden Design Guide

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 detailed visual dictionary of plants and materials rounds out the book, making it easy to compare options and understand how different choices shape the finished space. Refreshed content reflects current trends including wildlife-friendly planting and sustainable practices. Packed with photographs, diagrams, and plans across nearly 400 pages, this substantial reference rewards repeated use, whether tackling a full makeover or a smaller seasonal revamp. It suits complete beginners just as much as experienced ga