The English Gardener's Garden [Hardcover]

The ultimate celebration of Englands most gorgeous gardens, showcasing their enduring appeal from historic masterpieces to individual creations of today

The English Gardeners Gardenspans seven centuries to spotlight over 60 of Englands finest gardens. Adapted from Phaidons bestsellingThe Gardeners Garden, updated, and organized geographically by county, the selection ranges from formal Renaissance gardens, herbaceous Arts and Crafts gardens of the 20th century, to artistic creations and healing gardens by contemporary designers.

Each entry is illustrated with sumptuous photographs and features a concise text detailing the gardens historical and stylistic importance and that of its designer, patron, or maker, creating a beautiful and easy-to-use introduction for garden designers and enthusiasts alike.

A valuable resource for those seeking inspiration on garden design and planting  and the ideal gift for garden-lovers  this book showcases the enduring appeal of the English garden and features gardens by historic figures and leading contemporary designers  Gertrude Jekyll, Sarah Price, William Robinson, and Tom Stuart-Smith, to name a few. Featuring historic national treasures such as Sissinghurst Castle Garden and Capability Browns Blenheim Palace, alongside contemporary examples including Dan Pearsons Lowther Castle and Derek Jarmans Prospect Cottage,The English Gardener's Gardenis an accessible overview of over 60 iconic and influential English gardens from the sixteenth century to the present day, including all types of garden, including formal parterres, cottage gardens, botanical, and urban gardens.

A valuable resource for those seeking inspiration on garden design and planting  and the ideal gift for garden-lovers

Phaidon Editors

Tania Compton, author ofThe Private Gardens of England(2015), began gardening in her 20s in Ibiza. She now designs gardens for a range lӃ