Better Homes & Gardens Dream Gardens Across America

10.12.2010

Englisch

9780470878439

John Wiley & Sons

Nein

Better Homes & Gardens

288

1

Broschiert

Garten

Chapter 1. Floral Fantasies. Tulip Time: Thousands of tulips spring with a spectacular, multi-color display. Variations on a Theme: A garden composed around a single kind of flower provides star power. Time for a Garden: Thanks to easy-care plants, these homeowners have plenty of time to relax. Planting by Nature: Self-sowing plants blanket beds with fruitful seeds for an ongoing show. Fields of Color: A Cut-flower farm is flush with floral inspiration and petal-packed color. Rooms with Blooms: Find out how intimate garden rooms enliven a simple suburban backyard. Chapter 2. Country Charm. All in the Family: Annuals, perennials, and flowering shrubs mingle in this country retreat. Country in the City: A rustic garden shed takes center stage in an urban backyard. Just Right: Minnesota homeowners design a garden perfectly suited for its setting. Vintage Treasures: A mix of collectibles and perennials provides a recipe for success. Cozy Causal: This Wisconsin garden proves that any yard can be a free-flowing retreat. Chapter 3. Shaded Sanctuaries. Sweet Serenity: Soothing colors transform an Alabama garden into a peaceful oasis. Shady Characters: A wonderfully diverse palette of plants doesn't need much sun to shine. Embrace Shade: Under a canopy of nearly 50 trees, a suburban yard blooms with interest. Woodland Wonder: A century-old home and woodsy landscape offer an escape from the city. Going All Out: Focusing on foliage brings a riot of tone and texture to a backyard garden. Chapter 4. Formal Elegance. Rooted in History: Formal lines and classic garden style grow with abandon in South Carolina. Simple Geometry: Symmetry and bright white blooms create an air of relaxed formality. Stately Grace: Design ideas borrowed from grand European gardens add instant history. Soft-Focus Formality: See how these homeowners knock off the hard edges of formal design. Landscape Revival: Old granite and new ideas transform a tired yard into an inviting retreat. Chapter 5. Tropical Flair. Bold and Beautiful: In this lively garden, the best elements whisper like soft tropical breezes. Tropical Paradise: Find out how exotic elements can create an outdoor paradise anywhere. Push the Limits: Tender shrubs and perennials and hardy plants become ideal partners. Water World: This landscape proves you can never have too much water in a garden. Chapter 6. Front Yard Focus. Festive Entrance: A California courtyard welcomes guests with color-drenched style. A Winning Entry: This color-rich garden replaces as tired lawn and revives an Atlanta home. Front and Center: Low-maintenance plants make gardening out front a cinch. Welcome Walkway: A brick lined with blooms greets visitors in style. Terraces and steps turn an imposing slope into a flower-filled entry. Chapter 7. Asian Influence. A Touch of the East: Simple design elements help this garden enjoy a quiet serenity. Incline Opportunity: A screen house on stilts makes optimum use of a sloping yard. Blurring the Lines: This front courtyard seamlessly blends indoors and out. Now & Zen: The simple beauty of nature creates a sport for peaceful retreat. Chapter 8: Backyard Retreats. Panoramic Oasis: An innovative pool and spa anchor this family-friendly backyard. Contemporary Vibe: Concrete blocks create the bones of an inviting, modern landscape. Kick Back: An inviting back porch provides a perfect perch for enjoying the view. Quiet Reflections: Multiple seating areas and water features encourage relaxation. Hillside Sculpture: A garden carved out of a hillside becomes a work of art. Chapter 9. Cottage Style. In Living Color: Cheerful color bursts from every corner of this flower-filled retreat. Charming, with Class: See how garden can be exuberant and fun, without getting out of control. Relaxed Attitude: Bountiful blossoms and striking structures create this gracious garden. Cultivated Cottage: This cottage garden tiptoes on the edge of estatehood with English accents. Simple Delights: Flowers of every size showcase sweet fragrance and delight the senses. Inviting Getaway: A cozy Georgia garden filled with color serves as an everyday retreat.

276 mm

20.7 cm