Authentic Japanese Gardens: Creating Japanese Design and Detail in the Western Garden (IMM Lifestyle Books) Traditional Elements, Layout, a Plant Directory of Trees, Shrubs, Bamboo, Flowers, and More by Yoko Kawaguchi

Your guide to Japanese gardening design! 150 photos and illustrations of beautiful Japanese garden designs Layout and care for the components of your garden, from plants to paths and bridges Plant directory covering trees, shrubs, berries, ground cover, grasses, mosses, ferns, flowers, and more Informative, accessible, well-written text is easy to read and understand even for novice gardeners This beautifully illustrated book offers an inspirational and practical introduction to the tradition of Japanese Zen gardens. Emphasizing the value of shape in trees and shrubs with the subtlety of color through the varied greens of foliage and moss, Authentic Japanese Gardens explains how western plants and materials can be used to achieve peaceful, contemplative gardens. There are instructions and tips for selecting plants and materials that are readily available, as well as plant lists and climate zone maps to aid western gardeners and landscapers. As the wealth of stunning color photographs from around the world demonstrates, Japanese landscaping is concerned with a reverence for nature. The overall effect is of tranquility, with gardens crafted using natural materials such as wood, bamboo, rocks, and pebbles. In 168 information-packed pages, Read more

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