practical how-tos and inspiring plant combinations and lessons in composition (for color, shape, texture)

wonderful series of gardens grouped from low-maintenance to high, including formal and informal, especially good on urban gardens and wall-enclosed lots

expands on the lawn issue: get rid of it all? some? nice variety, things to consider in making space welcoming and compatible with neighborhood context

good for inspiration and for "taming the deck" and its impact on the yard

superb reference on trees and shrubs with zillions of photos, info. on habit, landscape value, culture, propagation-- well worth the price and so easy to refer to

gorgeous photos, practical advice on care, 80 page guide to some favorites, great inspiration, highly recommend

worth it-- even if you only ever buy one japanese maple, this is a gorgeous book and a great guide.

integral part of garden is its pathways, walls, etc....this is a great place to start

practical how-tos on various styles of water gardens from small to large

helpful information on how to combine vegetables with each other and beneficial flowers, etc. to make the most of bugs and use the fewest (or no) chemicals