Sharp Gardening

Gardening doesn't have to be nice. Sharp gardening revels in spiky architectural foliage plants to create a bold structure. Flowering perennials flesh the skeleton out: thrusting spires such as kniphofias, thistle-type flowers like echinops, and globe flowers with strappy leaves ÔÇô alliums and agapanthus ÔÇô both echo the spear-like leaves and add contrast. Ornamental grasses with their pointed tips complete the look, their floating, feathery outlines setting off the rigidity of spiky forms. Dramatic, low-maintenance and lending itself to small areas, sharp gardening is for any gardener who seeks massive impact and interest throughout the year. Christopher Holliday describes the range of sharp plants and gardens that incorporate them ÔÇô all showcased in Jerry Harpur's photographs; and, by explaining how to use them in a cohesive design, inspires you to create your own sharp look.

ISBN:	9780711224339
Publisher:	Frances Lincoln
Imprint:	Frances Lincoln Limited
Published date:	01 Mar 2005
DEWEY:	635.9
DEWEY edition:	22
Number of pages:	160
Weight:	873g
Height:	245mm
Width:	192mm

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