Creating gardening magic on the weekends

For anyone entertaining the in-laws, or planning a barbecue, or thinking of reselling a house, turning a neglected backyard into a showcase-almost overnight-might sound impossible. Ideal for the gardener strapped for time, Garden Makeovers shows how, with only a few inspired touches-like candle holders, decorations, and a reshaped lawn-to instantly transform a weed-ridden patch into an awe-inspiring creation that will wow the neighbors. Featuring ten gardens in detail, the book includes each garden's plan as well as overall and close-up photos, all in an easy-to-read magazine-style format.

Information.

Introduction.

1. Shapes.

2. Special areas.

3. Paths & steps.

4. Walls.

5. Lighting.

6. Colour.

7. Theme.

8. Decoration.

9. Water.

10. Projects for children.

Inspiration.

Introduction.

1. Terrace.

2. Level changes.

3. Mosaic.

4. Relaxed.

5. Colour.

6. Contemporary.

7. Water wall.

8. Plants.

9. Vegetables.

10. Courtyard.

Directory.

Caroline Tilston is the author of Small Family Gardens (2007) and Modern Family Gardens (2006), John Wiley & Sons. Having worked for over a decade in television production, Caroline retrained as a gardener with the National Trust. For the last ten years, she has been running her own garden design business, The Oak Studio Design Ltd. She also writes for gardening magazines and national newspapers, as well as doing radio broadcasting.

Steve Gorton is an established photographer, with over 20 years’ experience of working with publishers. He is the photographer of English Eccentric Interiors by Miranda Harrison (John Wiley & Sons, 2006) and Parisian Architecture of the Belle Epoque by Roy Johnston (John Wiley & Sons, 2007).

Garden Style Guides

This new series of compact illustrated books from John Wiley & Sons makes gardening, fresh, engaging and accessible. The emphasis is on high style and low maintenance – quick fix, high-impact solutions. Featuring newly commissioned photography, each title provides lashings of inspiration to help create your own garden, whether it be a minimalist terrace, a wild flower haven or a family garden.

Titles in the series include:

Design Your Garden:10 simple steps to transform your garden
ISBN: 978-0-470-51763-5 (£9.99)

Garden Makeovers:Quick fixes and designer secrets to transform your garden
ISBN: 978-0-470-51762-8 (£9.99)

Low-Maintenance Gardens:10 simple steps to beautiful, easy and stylish outside spaces
ISBN: 978-0-470-51751-2 (£9.99)

Rooftop & Terrace Gardens:A step-by-step guide to creating a modern and stylish space
ISBN: 978-0-470-51761-1 (£9.99)

Garden Style Guide

Garden Makeovers:Quick fixes and designer secrets to transform your garden

This book shows you lots of easy ways that you can transform your garden. None of them involve a huge toolkit or a vast DIY knowledge (not to mention specialist gardening equipment). From making easy paths to instant seating areas, to atmospheric lighting, Garden Makeovers is packed with great ideas for making your garden a place you want to spend time – without great expense or vast effort.

• Features newly commissioned photography by Steve Gorton
• Illustrated with specially drawn garden plans
• Packed with highly practical tips and quick-fix solutions
• Includes in detail 10 beautiful gardens to inspire

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Distributor: John Wiley & Sons
Publication Date: 05-09-2008
Pages: 192
Measurements: 191.0mm X 152.0mm X 16.5mm X 16oz