Gardens In The Making

Gardens In The Making is a comprehensive guidebook written by Walter H. Godfrey, a renowned landscape architect and garden designer. The book offers a detailed exploration of the various elements that go into creating a beautiful and functional garden, including design principles, plant selection, and maintenance techniques.Godfrey begins by discussing the importance of planning and design in creating a successful garden. He provides practical advice on how to assess your site, analyze your needs and preferences, and create a cohesive design that incorporates key elements such as paths, water features, and outdoor living spaces.The book then delves into the selection and placement of plants, with a focus on creating a harmonious and sustainable garden. Godfrey covers a wide range of topics, including soil preparation, plant selection, and pruning techniques, as well as the use of color, texture, and form in garden design.Throughout the book, Godfrey emphasizes the importance of maintenance in keeping a garden healthy and beautiful. He provides detailed guidance on watering, fertilizing, and pest control, as well as advice on how to create a garden that is easy to care for and sustainable over the long term.Overall, Gardens In The Making is an essential resource for anyone interested in creating a beautiful and functional garden. With its practical advice, clear illustrations, and comprehensive coverage of all aspects of garden design and maintenance, this book is sure to become a go-to reference for gardeners of all levels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.