The last quarter of the 20th century witnessed a burgeoning of interest in ecological or naturally inspired use of vegetation in the designed landscape. A strong aesthetic element has been added to what was formerly a movement aimed at creating nature-like landscapes. philosophy that can address the need for more sustainable designed landscapes. It is a major statement on the design, implementation and management of ecologically inspired landscape vegetation. With contributions from people at the forefront of developments in this field, in both Europe and North America, it provides a valuable...

-A hopeful and expansive book for the gardener who sees a field as a canvas.- --Publishers Weekly

James Hitchmough is well-regarded in the design world for his exuberant, colorful, and flower-filled meadows. His signature style can be seen in prominent places like London's Olympic Park and the Botanic Garden at the University of Oxford. Using a distinct technique of sowing meadows from seed, he creates plant communities that mimic the dramatic beauty of natural meadows and offer a succession of blooms over many months--a technique that can be adapted to work in both...