A step-by-step guide to creative patio and container gardening - Neil Sutherland

With space and time at a premium in today's fast-moving world, patio and container gardening makes a good deal of sense. This book exploits the convenience and flexibility of gardening on a smaller scale by presenting a wade range of inspirational ideas.;The first part of the book demonstrates how to make the most of the room outdoors that a patio represents. Learn how to lay slabs and bricks, master a series of design ideas featuring gravel and discover the imaginative use of plants to bring any style of patio to life throughout the year.;The second part of the book takes a complete look at the world of gardening in containers. This section opens with a look at the range of containers available, how to choose the most appropriate soils, and suggestions of plants that are suitable and unsuitable for containers, plus ideas for those that flourish best in sun or shade. This leads to a series of practical demonstrations that show how to plant up a range of containers, from bamboo in an oriental-style glazed pot to a terracotta trough bursting with aromatic herbs.