Gardens of Gardeners Midi

A reference work, Jardins de Jardiniers brings together the most beautiful gardens in the world and ideas for laying out your own garden. This essential book presents more than 250 gardens of all styles, created from the 14th century to the present day by renowned horticulturists, gardeners and landscape architects. Each garden is illustrated with a rich iconography and accompanied by explanatory texts intended for both amateur gardeners and landscapers. - Madison Cox has designed gardens for prestigious clients, including Sting, Michael Bloomberg and Marella Agnelli, and in exceptional places such as Gramercy Park in New York and St Martin's Lane in London. Toby Musgrave is an expert in garden and landscape history; his books cover a huge variety of subjects and he has presented successful shows on ITV and Channel 4. He lectures on garden and plant history at the Danish Institute for Study. Now available in compact format. - A selection of gardens from all continents made by a committee of international experts and a real source of inspiration for apprentice landscapers and enthusiasts of plant creations. -I ncludes all types and styles of gardens, from the French garden of the Palace of Versailles to the enchanted oasis in the heart of Marrakech. - Concise and documented texts and more than 1,000 color photographs give the reader the keys to discovering the most beautiful gardens in the world.