In this practical guidebook, today's most innovative garden designer shows us how to take a fresh look at how we use our gardens and encourages us to choose the kind of styles that we find appealing. Then, ten, easy-to-follow stages explain the basics of good design, from assessing the plot and considering its shape and situation, to using plants to achieve particular styles and effects. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.