New Small Garden: Contemporary principles, planting and practice

Transform your outdoor nook into a vibrant oasis with "New Small Garden," now available in a versatile paperback edition. Small gardens, though often challenging, can be immensely rewarding. In this insightful and practical guide, planting expert Noel Kingsbury encourages a fresh perspective on compact spaces. Kingsbury shares innovative design strategies that turn limited areas into lush, thriving gardens. With a wealth of horticultural expertise and sustainable gardening methods, Kingsbury demonstrates how space constraints can foster creativity, providing a canvas for smart, intentional design choices. The book, filled with stunning photographs of actual gardens, explores ideal planting combinations for small areas. Beginners and seasoned gardeners alike will find valuable insights to enhance plant choices and gardening techniques.Readers will discover how to utilize visual illusions, diagonal sightlines, and layered planting to create the impression of larger gardens. The book advises on selecting appropriate plants for the upper, middle, and ground layers, including perennials, shrubs, climbers, grasses, and bulbs. It also emphasizes sustainable gardening practices, such as employing rain-garden features, permeable surfaces, and designs that bolster wildlife. Kingsbury also delves into the benefits of vertical planting and microclimate adjustments, providing ways to cultivate healthier and more resilient plants. For character and continuity, he suggests using focal points, containers, repeated materials, and seasonal plantings. Further, supporting biodiversity is a key theme, with designs that attract and sustain beneficial species.With over 450 breathtaking images captured by acclaimed lifestyle photographer Maayke de Ridder, the book offers a rich source of inspiration. "New Small Garden" empowers you to turn any outdoor space—be it a courtyard, balcony, terrace, or backyard—into a beautiful and personal sanctuary.