Gardens are now considered by many people to be an
extension of the home, and with the popularity of
reclaiming, re-using and re-inventing rather than buying
brand new items, now is the time to embrace the value of
outdoor salvage. Gardenalia provides the inspiration and
the know-how for creating a perfect outdoor room. In the
first section of the book Sally Coulthard guides the
reader through the myriad choices of recycled and
reclaimed materials and objects you can employ in your
garden to inject style and personality. Gardenalia can
be introduced in many forms, from recycled wooden fences
and charming old gates, to reclaimed brick for paths and
edging, and metal plant supports, pergolas and arches.
Statuary and ornaments offer decorative devices and
design focal points. All types of furniture - from
classical benches to weather-beaten old tables and retro
deckchairs - can create stylish areas for dining and
relaxing, while containers and tools provide the perfect
finishing touches.The second section covers a wide
variety of different garden spaces, taking in potagers,
vintage and formal style gardens, relaxing spaces,
container gardening, colourful corners, potting sheds,
spaces for work and play and even animal sanctuaries for
wildlife and pets. A host of inventive ideas show you
how to breathe new life and uses into salvaged pieces.
Gardenalia offers practical guidance for the perennial
garden tasks of planning your space, incorporating
seating and eating areas and creating exciting backdrops
and structures for your plants. |
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