Traditional gardens : plans and planting designs / Roger Plates ; photography by Steven Wooster

Written by the winner of the Best Garden at the esteemed Chelsea Flower Show in 2002, this inspirational cornucopia of garden designs and plantings offers a breathtaking array of fashionable styles and choices. The selection of 20 varied layouts ensures that there’s something for every taste and garden type—whatever its condition. Most schemes come from Platts’ own portfolio and display his interest in the natural forms and soft, flowing colors of traditional gardens. Among the most magnificent is the Chelsea champion—a refurbished walled area with a summerhouse, shade trees, and bounteous plants. Along with the beautiful spreads showcasing each design, there’s plenty of information on gardening techniques, soil preparation, drainage, pruning, mulching, and weed control, so you’ll be able to create your own winning garden. Written by the winner of the Best Garden at the esteemed Chelsea Flower Show in 2002, this inspirational cornucopia of garden designs and plantings offers a breathtaking array of fashionable styles and choices. The selection of 20 varied layouts ensures that there’s something for every taste and garden type—whatever its condition. Most schemes come from Platts’ own portfolio and display his interest in the natural forms and soft, flowing colors of traditional gardens. Among the most magnificent is the Chelsea champion—a refurbished walled area with a summerhouse, shade trees, and bounteous plants. Along with the beautiful spreads showcasing each design, there’s plenty of information on gardening techniques, soil preparation, drainage, pruning, mulching, and weed control, so you’ll be able to create your own winning garden.