Author: Colvin Tonya Nyakundi
Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN: 1310135096
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Table of Contents Introduction Landscaping Your Backyard Types of Flowers and Other Vegetation Considering the Size and Location of Land When Preparing the Backyard Popular Events Held On Backyards Getting in Touch With Professional Event Organizers Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction For a number of years now there has been a sharp increase in the number of exclusive resorts, private members golf clubs and five star hotels willing to host events at any time of the year. Reserving such venues is normally quite expensive and only the middle and high income earners can afford to host an event there. However, did you know that you can convert your backyard to one of the best venues in your neighborhood? With very little effort and time, your home can be turned into an amazing venue with splendid features that’ll make all your guests feel at home whenever you host an event. Before you start thinking of the attendance list to an event you’re about to host, you have to think of where you are going to host them and whether they are going to enjoy themselves if or when they turn up. This means that the first thing you have to do is ensure that the venue is sizeable and well equipped to comfortablyhost all the guests that will be in attendance. Inside the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ you’ll find everything you need to convert your backyard into a scenic venue that will leaveall your guests amazed and looking forward to coming back in future. With this book you won’t ever feel ashamed of your home as it will be one of the best homes in your suburb. After reading it, you’ll know how to landscape your home and establish a superb garden with beautiful flowers, vegetables, herbs and/or other types of vegetation. You’ll also know how to take care of your backyard so that it remains a magnificent venue for hosting events. The book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ is equipped with tips on how to customize your backyard in a specific theme for specific events. One main advantage of hosting events in your backyard is that you’ll save the money that could have been used in reserving venues elsewhere. You can also commercialize the venue –offer the venue to neighbors at a small fee- and hence earn some extra cash. Your property will also increase in value and hence you’re guaranteed of more profits in case you decide to sell or lease it in future. Be the first in your vicinity to convert a simple backyard into a high-end venue by simply reading and applying the tips listed in the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events.’
How to Make Your Backyard an Awesome Place for Parties
Author: Colvin Tonya Nyakundi
Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN: 1310135096
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Table of Contents Introduction Landscaping Your Backyard Types of Flowers and Other Vegetation Considering the Size and Location of Land When Preparing the Backyard Popular Events Held On Backyards Getting in Touch With Professional Event Organizers Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction For a number of years now there has been a sharp increase in the number of exclusive resorts, private members golf clubs and five star hotels willing to host events at any time of the year. Reserving such venues is normally quite expensive and only the middle and high income earners can afford to host an event there. However, did you know that you can convert your backyard to one of the best venues in your neighborhood? With very little effort and time, your home can be turned into an amazing venue with splendid features that’ll make all your guests feel at home whenever you host an event. Before you start thinking of the attendance list to an event you’re about to host, you have to think of where you are going to host them and whether they are going to enjoy themselves if or when they turn up. This means that the first thing you have to do is ensure that the venue is sizeable and well equipped to comfortablyhost all the guests that will be in attendance. Inside the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ you’ll find everything you need to convert your backyard into a scenic venue that will leaveall your guests amazed and looking forward to coming back in future. With this book you won’t ever feel ashamed of your home as it will be one of the best homes in your suburb. After reading it, you’ll know how to landscape your home and establish a superb garden with beautiful flowers, vegetables, herbs and/or other types of vegetation. You’ll also know how to take care of your backyard so that it remains a magnificent venue for hosting events. The book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ is equipped with tips on how to customize your backyard in a specific theme for specific events. One main advantage of hosting events in your backyard is that you’ll save the money that could have been used in reserving venues elsewhere. You can also commercialize the venue –offer the venue to neighbors at a small fee- and hence earn some extra cash. Your property will also increase in value and hence you’re guaranteed of more profits in case you decide to sell or lease it in future. Be the first in your vicinity to convert a simple backyard into a high-end venue by simply reading and applying the tips listed in the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events.’
Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books
ISBN: 1310135096
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Table of Contents Introduction Landscaping Your Backyard Types of Flowers and Other Vegetation Considering the Size and Location of Land When Preparing the Backyard Popular Events Held On Backyards Getting in Touch With Professional Event Organizers Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction For a number of years now there has been a sharp increase in the number of exclusive resorts, private members golf clubs and five star hotels willing to host events at any time of the year. Reserving such venues is normally quite expensive and only the middle and high income earners can afford to host an event there. However, did you know that you can convert your backyard to one of the best venues in your neighborhood? With very little effort and time, your home can be turned into an amazing venue with splendid features that’ll make all your guests feel at home whenever you host an event. Before you start thinking of the attendance list to an event you’re about to host, you have to think of where you are going to host them and whether they are going to enjoy themselves if or when they turn up. This means that the first thing you have to do is ensure that the venue is sizeable and well equipped to comfortablyhost all the guests that will be in attendance. Inside the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ you’ll find everything you need to convert your backyard into a scenic venue that will leaveall your guests amazed and looking forward to coming back in future. With this book you won’t ever feel ashamed of your home as it will be one of the best homes in your suburb. After reading it, you’ll know how to landscape your home and establish a superb garden with beautiful flowers, vegetables, herbs and/or other types of vegetation. You’ll also know how to take care of your backyard so that it remains a magnificent venue for hosting events. The book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ is equipped with tips on how to customize your backyard in a specific theme for specific events. One main advantage of hosting events in your backyard is that you’ll save the money that could have been used in reserving venues elsewhere. You can also commercialize the venue –offer the venue to neighbors at a small fee- and hence earn some extra cash. Your property will also increase in value and hence you’re guaranteed of more profits in case you decide to sell or lease it in future. Be the first in your vicinity to convert a simple backyard into a high-end venue by simply reading and applying the tips listed in the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events.’
Pizzazzerie
Author: Courtney Dial Whitmore
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 1423645537
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
From the founder of the eponymous party-planning website, a guide to creating exceptional celebrations that will inspire any host. Tablescapes, tips, DIY party crafts, beautiful color photos, and more than 50 never-before-seen recipes, in an easy-to-follow format. Beginner hosts will find tons of tips and how-tos, as they’re walked through practical steps to creating fabulous parties on a realistic budget. The seasoned host will discover unique details and new recipes to enhance their tablescapes all year long. Follow one party to a tee, or mix-and-match elements to create a unique affair all your own. Courtney Dial Whitmore provides instructions for more than a dozen occasions (from simple backyard gatherings to special celebrations), each complemented with full tablescape details; decor tips; and recipes for each party covering appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Ring in the new year with a glitzy New Year's Day Brunch; savor a bit of Parisian culture with a Crêpe Cake and Sparkling Raspberry Cocktails; enjoy Spinach Tea Sandwiches and Lavender Fizz Cocktails at a Jane Austen–inspired Book Club Gathering; celebrate your favorite guy with Bacon and Pecan S'mores and Sriracha and Bourbon Wings; and don your best black-and-white apparel to enjoy Red Velvet Brownie Truffle Cakes and White Chocolate Martinis at a Black and White Masquerade Party. These are just a few of the ideas you'll find in Pizzazzerie: Entertain in Style. “Courtney covers every detail, and breaks them down to make entertaining easy. With so many creative ideas, you’ll want to start celebrating half birthdays, too!” —Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, editor-at-large, Southern Living “Festive, bright, and cheerful…full of ideas and passionate about the details.” —Tara Guerard, owner/creative director, Soiree
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 1423645537
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
From the founder of the eponymous party-planning website, a guide to creating exceptional celebrations that will inspire any host. Tablescapes, tips, DIY party crafts, beautiful color photos, and more than 50 never-before-seen recipes, in an easy-to-follow format. Beginner hosts will find tons of tips and how-tos, as they’re walked through practical steps to creating fabulous parties on a realistic budget. The seasoned host will discover unique details and new recipes to enhance their tablescapes all year long. Follow one party to a tee, or mix-and-match elements to create a unique affair all your own. Courtney Dial Whitmore provides instructions for more than a dozen occasions (from simple backyard gatherings to special celebrations), each complemented with full tablescape details; decor tips; and recipes for each party covering appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Ring in the new year with a glitzy New Year's Day Brunch; savor a bit of Parisian culture with a Crêpe Cake and Sparkling Raspberry Cocktails; enjoy Spinach Tea Sandwiches and Lavender Fizz Cocktails at a Jane Austen–inspired Book Club Gathering; celebrate your favorite guy with Bacon and Pecan S'mores and Sriracha and Bourbon Wings; and don your best black-and-white apparel to enjoy Red Velvet Brownie Truffle Cakes and White Chocolate Martinis at a Black and White Masquerade Party. These are just a few of the ideas you'll find in Pizzazzerie: Entertain in Style. “Courtney covers every detail, and breaks them down to make entertaining easy. With so many creative ideas, you’ll want to start celebrating half birthdays, too!” —Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, editor-at-large, Southern Living “Festive, bright, and cheerful…full of ideas and passionate about the details.” —Tara Guerard, owner/creative director, Soiree
The Humane Gardener
Author: Nancy Lawson
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1616896175
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Young House Love
Author: Sherry Petersik
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579656765
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579656765
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
The Less Is More Garden
Author: Susan Morrison
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 160469839X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
“Big ideas for your small garden.” —Garden Design When it comes to gardens, bigger isn’t always better, and The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space. Inspiring photographs highlight a variety of inspiring small-space designs from around the country. With The Less Is More Garden, you’ll see how limited space can mean unlimited opportunities for gorgeous garden design.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 160469839X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
“Big ideas for your small garden.” —Garden Design When it comes to gardens, bigger isn’t always better, and The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space. Inspiring photographs highlight a variety of inspiring small-space designs from around the country. With The Less Is More Garden, you’ll see how limited space can mean unlimited opportunities for gorgeous garden design.
Live. Save. Spend. Repeat.
Author: Kim Anderson
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736970886
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Are You Tired of Coming Up Short? Do you feel stuck in a cycle of work, bills, and worry? Maybe you're too nervous to take a hard look at your budget, or your past budgeting efforts have resulted in little success. Either way, when your bank account flatlines and frustration mounts, real progress seems impossible. There is a better way to reach your goals! In Live. Save. Spend. Repeat. you will discover a simple-to-implement plan that will help you wisely use your money to break the cycle of financial mistakes and worry. Your confidence will grow as you learn how to create a realistic easy-sync budget accomplish the most with the money you have rather than wish you had unshackle yourself form the burden of debt spend without regret on the things that matter most to you make small, intentional choices that lead to big change Financial freedom isn't all about sacrifice. Use your money as a tool to reach your goals and finally experience joy and success as you Live. Save. Spend. Repeat.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736970886
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Are You Tired of Coming Up Short? Do you feel stuck in a cycle of work, bills, and worry? Maybe you're too nervous to take a hard look at your budget, or your past budgeting efforts have resulted in little success. Either way, when your bank account flatlines and frustration mounts, real progress seems impossible. There is a better way to reach your goals! In Live. Save. Spend. Repeat. you will discover a simple-to-implement plan that will help you wisely use your money to break the cycle of financial mistakes and worry. Your confidence will grow as you learn how to create a realistic easy-sync budget accomplish the most with the money you have rather than wish you had unshackle yourself form the burden of debt spend without regret on the things that matter most to you make small, intentional choices that lead to big change Financial freedom isn't all about sacrifice. Use your money as a tool to reach your goals and finally experience joy and success as you Live. Save. Spend. Repeat.
Landscaping for Privacy
Author: Marty Wingate
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604691239
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
The area around your home is your haven, your sanctuary, your refuge from the noise and irritation of traffic, eyesores, and nosy neighbors. Or at least it could be if there was some sort of barrier between your front yard and the sidewalk, or if you didn't have to stare at the back of the neighbors' garage when you want to relax on your patio. Landscaping for Privacy brims with creative ideas for minimizing or even eliminating the nuisances that intrude on your personal outdoor space. Scores of real-world examples show you how to keep the outside world at bay by strategically placing buffers (such as berms or groups of small trees), barriers (such as fences), and screens (arbors or hedges, for example) around your property. And the helpful plant lists tell you precisely which varieties to choose in order to enhance your sense of seclusion. If you've ever felt frustrated by the lack of privacy whenever you step outside your home, this inspiring book will steer you toward an achievable solution.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604691239
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
The area around your home is your haven, your sanctuary, your refuge from the noise and irritation of traffic, eyesores, and nosy neighbors. Or at least it could be if there was some sort of barrier between your front yard and the sidewalk, or if you didn't have to stare at the back of the neighbors' garage when you want to relax on your patio. Landscaping for Privacy brims with creative ideas for minimizing or even eliminating the nuisances that intrude on your personal outdoor space. Scores of real-world examples show you how to keep the outside world at bay by strategically placing buffers (such as berms or groups of small trees), barriers (such as fences), and screens (arbors or hedges, for example) around your property. And the helpful plant lists tell you precisely which varieties to choose in order to enhance your sense of seclusion. If you've ever felt frustrated by the lack of privacy whenever you step outside your home, this inspiring book will steer you toward an achievable solution.
Edible Landscaping
Author:
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1578051541
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Grow clean, delicious produce at home, saving money and natural resources at the same time. Since Rosalind Creasy popularized the concept of landscaping with edibles a quarter-century ago, interest in eating healthy, fresh, locally grown foods has swept across the nation. And food plants have been freed from the backyard, gracing the finest landscapes--even the White House grounds! Creasy's expertise on edibles and how to incorporate them in beautifully designed outdoor environments was first showcased in the original edition of Edible Landscaping, hailed by gardeners everywhere as a groundbreaking classic. Now this highly anticipated new edition presents the latest design and how-to information in a glorious full-color format, featuring more than 300 inspiring photographs. Drawing on the author's decades of research and experience, the book presents everything you need to know to create an inviting home landscape that will yield mouthwatering vegetables, fruits, nuts, and berries. The comprehensive "Encyclopedia of Edibles"--a book in itself--provides horticultural information, culinary uses, sources, and recommended varieties; and appendices cover the basics of planting and maintenance, and of controlling pests and diseases using organic and environmentally friendly practices.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1578051541
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Grow clean, delicious produce at home, saving money and natural resources at the same time. Since Rosalind Creasy popularized the concept of landscaping with edibles a quarter-century ago, interest in eating healthy, fresh, locally grown foods has swept across the nation. And food plants have been freed from the backyard, gracing the finest landscapes--even the White House grounds! Creasy's expertise on edibles and how to incorporate them in beautifully designed outdoor environments was first showcased in the original edition of Edible Landscaping, hailed by gardeners everywhere as a groundbreaking classic. Now this highly anticipated new edition presents the latest design and how-to information in a glorious full-color format, featuring more than 300 inspiring photographs. Drawing on the author's decades of research and experience, the book presents everything you need to know to create an inviting home landscape that will yield mouthwatering vegetables, fruits, nuts, and berries. The comprehensive "Encyclopedia of Edibles"--a book in itself--provides horticultural information, culinary uses, sources, and recommended varieties; and appendices cover the basics of planting and maintenance, and of controlling pests and diseases using organic and environmentally friendly practices.
The Art of Gathering
Author: Priya Parker
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1594634939
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Hosts of all kinds, this is a must-read!" --Chris Anderson, owner and curator of TED From the host of the New York Times podcast Together Apart, an exciting new approach to how we gather that will transform the ways we spend our time together—at home, at work, in our communities, and beyond. In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker argues that the gatherings in our lives are lackluster and unproductive--which they don't have to be. We rely too much on routine and the conventions of gatherings when we should focus on distinctiveness and the people involved. At a time when coming together is more important than ever, Parker sets forth a human-centered approach to gathering that will help everyone create meaningful, memorable experiences, large and small, for work and for play. Drawing on her expertise as a facilitator of high-powered gatherings around the world, Parker takes us inside events of all kinds to show what works, what doesn't, and why. She investigates a wide array of gatherings--conferences, meetings, a courtroom, a flash-mob party, an Arab-Israeli summer camp--and explains how simple, specific changes can invigorate any group experience. The result is a book that's both journey and guide, full of exciting ideas with real-world applications. The Art of Gathering will forever alter the way you look at your next meeting, industry conference, dinner party, and backyard barbecue--and how you host and attend them.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1594634939
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Hosts of all kinds, this is a must-read!" --Chris Anderson, owner and curator of TED From the host of the New York Times podcast Together Apart, an exciting new approach to how we gather that will transform the ways we spend our time together—at home, at work, in our communities, and beyond. In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker argues that the gatherings in our lives are lackluster and unproductive--which they don't have to be. We rely too much on routine and the conventions of gatherings when we should focus on distinctiveness and the people involved. At a time when coming together is more important than ever, Parker sets forth a human-centered approach to gathering that will help everyone create meaningful, memorable experiences, large and small, for work and for play. Drawing on her expertise as a facilitator of high-powered gatherings around the world, Parker takes us inside events of all kinds to show what works, what doesn't, and why. She investigates a wide array of gatherings--conferences, meetings, a courtroom, a flash-mob party, an Arab-Israeli summer camp--and explains how simple, specific changes can invigorate any group experience. The result is a book that's both journey and guide, full of exciting ideas with real-world applications. The Art of Gathering will forever alter the way you look at your next meeting, industry conference, dinner party, and backyard barbecue--and how you host and attend them.
The Thoughtful Gardener
Author: Jinny Blom
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1911127543
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
‘The most romantic, creative person in garden design I know.’ Piet Oudolf ‘Jinny's genius is to marry a beautiful vision to an extraordinary empathy with the landscape into which that vision will fit, resulting in a pastoral harmony second to none’ Victoria, Lady Getty Prolific designer Jinny Blom embraces a wide variety of styles, from large garden spaces to formal walled gardensand contemporary installations. What defines her work is her skill with plants and her ability to create a garden that responds to the history of the site and the wider landscape. The gardens Jinny creates are as different as their owners and their locations. In this book, Jinny shares her insight into the creative process she has developed while designing more than 250 gardens around the world. The Thoughtful Gardener contains modern takes on traditional forms, and is split into six sections: seeing, understanding, structuring, harmonising, rooting, and liberating. All of Jinny's gardens share a commitment to beautiful craftsmanship and considered planting. Structure and detail are important, and receive close attention. The styles vary considerably – logical, calm, beautiful, romantic, naturalistic, formal, sometimes spare – but the principles remain firm. Jinny designs for the long term, with consideration for the environment; these gardens are built to last. Reflecting Jinny‘s highly individual character, there is plenty of wit and quirkiness alongside the expert knowledge, and it will appeal to the widest audience of garden lovers. Thoughtful and beautiful, yet practical and informative, this book marries artistry with functionality.
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1911127543
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
‘The most romantic, creative person in garden design I know.’ Piet Oudolf ‘Jinny's genius is to marry a beautiful vision to an extraordinary empathy with the landscape into which that vision will fit, resulting in a pastoral harmony second to none’ Victoria, Lady Getty Prolific designer Jinny Blom embraces a wide variety of styles, from large garden spaces to formal walled gardensand contemporary installations. What defines her work is her skill with plants and her ability to create a garden that responds to the history of the site and the wider landscape. The gardens Jinny creates are as different as their owners and their locations. In this book, Jinny shares her insight into the creative process she has developed while designing more than 250 gardens around the world. The Thoughtful Gardener contains modern takes on traditional forms, and is split into six sections: seeing, understanding, structuring, harmonising, rooting, and liberating. All of Jinny's gardens share a commitment to beautiful craftsmanship and considered planting. Structure and detail are important, and receive close attention. The styles vary considerably – logical, calm, beautiful, romantic, naturalistic, formal, sometimes spare – but the principles remain firm. Jinny designs for the long term, with consideration for the environment; these gardens are built to last. Reflecting Jinny‘s highly individual character, there is plenty of wit and quirkiness alongside the expert knowledge, and it will appeal to the widest audience of garden lovers. Thoughtful and beautiful, yet practical and informative, this book marries artistry with functionality.