Easy Guide to Landscape Design for the Home Owner

Easy Guide to Landscape Design for the Home Owner offers practical guidelines and suggestions to help homeowners save time and money whilst reducing the frustrations often associated with garden design. Rather than rigid rules promising perfect results, this comprehensive guide provides flexible approaches suitable for both new and experienced homeowners.

Filled with dozens of ideas, plant and hardscape suggestions, plus over 300 beautiful colour photographs, this book assists informed, adventurous, beginner or laid-back homeowners in creating beautiful and distinctive surroundings for their homes. The guide addresses common 'first time garden' situations and pitfalls, as well as challenges faced by experienced gardeners considering alterations, style changes, or fresh perspectives on existing sites.

Beautifully and simply presented, the book guides readers through logical steps designed to make garden design enjoyable rather than mysterious or frustrating. Topics include site analysis, plant functions and choices, hardscape options, garden revamping thoughts, realistic project costing scenarios, and guidance on finding professional assistance when needed.

Additional features cover water-saving concepts, wildlife encouragement methods, environmental and regional garden design approaches, plus a list of current invader plants and useful South African contacts for reader convenience.

Essential reading for any homeowner with garden space requiring design or redesign.