The small garden planner

by Graham Rose

Sm Quarto, 1987, PP.168, LANDSCAPE DESIGN, SMALL GARDEN, HOW TO

Genres: Gardening

168 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 1988

About the author

Graham John Rose was a British gardener and influential gardening writer best known for his long association with the Sunday Times. Renowned for his outspoken style and irreverent wit, he brought originality and curiosity to horticultural journalism, often challenging orthodox views. Trained as an entomologist, he worked internationally before turning to writing, where his wide expertise ranged from agriculture to garden design. A prolific author and editor, he produced acclaimed books that blended practical knowledge with personality. His writing celebrated independence, experimentation, and a deep enjoyment of both gardens and people.

Reviews

[Ruric Amhari]

Excellent ideas book - presents a 55 small garden designs illustrated by colour and monochrome sketches and photos.

Gives good planting plans and details of hard surfaces etc but does not go into details of construction techniques which some other books give.