"Wood and Garden: Notes and Thoughts, Practical and Critical, of a Working Amateur" by Gertrude Jekyll is a collection of horticultural insights from a dedicated gardener, inviting readers to explore the delights and rewards of cultivating their own green spaces. The book champions a visually driven approach to garden design, prioritizing the beauty and balance achieved through thoughtful plant selection and arrangement. Jekyll draws upon years of personal experience to advise both seasoned gardeners and beginners, promoting the idea that gardening is an ever-evolving journey of discovery and personal expression, enriched by an appreciation for each plant's unique characteristics and the deep emotional connection forged with the natural world.
Wood and Garden: Notes and thoughts, practical and critical, of a working amateur
By Gertrude Jekyll
Discover a world where gardens become living works of art, blooming with personal expression and the quiet joy of connecting with nature.
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About the AuthorGertrude Jekyll was a British horticulturist, garden designer, craftswoman, photographer, writer and artist. She created over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, and wrote over 1000 articles for magazines such as Country Life and William Robinson's The Garden. Jekyll has been described as "a premier influence in garden design" by British and American gardening enthusiasts.
Gertrude Jekyll was a British horticulturist, garden designer, craftswoman, photographer, writer and artist. She created over 400 gardens in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States, and wrote over 1000 articles for magazines such as Country Life and William Robinson's The Garden. Jekyll has been described as "a premier influence in garden design" by British and American gardening enthusiasts.
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