In this mould-breaking book, Joe Swift explores the exciting change that is taking place in urban garden designs: the shift towards seeing the garden as another room in the house - somewhere to relax, entertain, cook, eat, work and play. Like other rooms, the "plant room" needs to be decorated and so it provides a new and satisfying way for you to express yourself creatively, by blending textures, colours, sounds and scents to make a highly individual outdoor space.
In the past, the garden was primarily a place to grow plants. But now, plants are only one of the main elements which go towards creating a successful garden. It takes careful planning to foster plants which will look good in the urban setting. Joe Swift shows you how to do this and how to choose from the wide range of garden furniture and accessories avialable to complete the look.
The book is divided by urban garden type and, in each chapter, Joe looks at layout, planning, colour, landscaping, materials, lighting, irrigation, maintenance, furniture and accessories. The plant directory at the end of the book lists Joe's personal palette of plants which you can use to create a stylish, contemporary look.
Above all, Joe Swift understands that time is a valuable commodity and includes the latest tricks and tips for low-maintenance gardening, allowing you to make the most of your time as well as your garden.
