Rodale’s Illustrated Encyclopedia of Gardening and Landscaping Techniques

The only comprehensive, nonchemical guide to gardening and landscaping techniques, featuring more than 500 practical “how-to” information plus 480 illustrations–most in color–of all types of plants, from annuals, perennials, and bulbs to vegetables and fruits. Includes charts and tables.


Rodale’s Illustrated Encyclopedia of Gardening and Landscaping Techniques

Courtyards: Aesthetic, Social, and Thermal Delight

COURTYARDS
Aesthetic, Social, and Thermal Delight
Courtyards is an artful, informative exploration of courtyards, from their origins in early civilization to contemporary design concepts. Architects and landscape architects will repeatedly turn to the detailed guidelines for reference, gain a greater sense of balance between building and garden, and cultivate optimal green space by using the practical planting tips. Over one hundred photographs and drawings illustrate the concepts written about by an authority and passionate scholar in his field.


Courtyards: Aesthetic, Social, and Thermal Delight

Outdoor Entertaining Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books)

The Outdoor Entertaining Idea Book is the ultimate design guide for backyard fun, featuring hundreds of fresh, inspirational photos and jam-packed with thousands of ideas and nuggets of expert information about creating outdoor entertaining spaces. Filled with gorgeous photography and inspiring instruction, Tauntons latest Idea Book will help anyone create an amazing backdrop for their next get-together. Whether its for an intimate dinner party or a bustling family reunion, Natalie Ermann Russell shows homeowners how to create a wonderful variety of inviting outdoor spaces, from a fully functional kitchen to a contemplative garden room. She also lays out a full-course menu of plans for dining rooms, dry and wet bars, lighting details, media centers, and more.


Outdoor Entertaining Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books)