Japanese Gardens in a Weekend®: Projects for One, Two or Three Weekends

Robert Ketchell

ISBN 10: 060061428X / ISBN 13: 9780600614289

Published by Hamlyn, 2006

Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G060061428XI5N00

Synopsis:

Japanese gardens have a matchless allure—so still, and with a profound sense of beauty. All the more amazing, then, that you can construct such a special place so quickly, with this guide to planning, materials, plants, pruning, and special additions.  The transformation can begin in a single weekend with a miniature Japanese garden in an old sink for display on a balcony or patio, or with trellis panels made from bamboo.  It takes two weekends to add a zigzag bridge as a centerpiece to an iris garden or to put up an arbor.  In less than a month, you can enjoy a vertical garden on a sleep slope, a heart-shaped pool with rockery, waterfall, or tea garden.  The work lasts only a short time—the pleasure, forever.

 

“Ketchell has compiled a realistic guide to constructing more than 20 outstanding Oriental garden features. Detailed directions combine with impeccable illustrations, and Ketchell’s informed explanations of construction techniques, material requirements, tools, and equipment make even the most intricate design attainable.”—Booklist.

About the Author: Robert Ketchell is a leading designer of Japanese gardens and has studied in Japan and the Far East. He is chairman of the Japanese Garden Society, and writes regular features for their magazine.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Japanese Gardens in a Weekend®: Projects ...
Publisher: Hamlyn
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket