Landscaping

Landscaping refers to any activity that modifies the visible features of an area of land, including the following:

* Living elements, such as flora or fauna; or what is commonly called gardening, the art and craft of growing plants with a goal of creating a beauty within the landscape.
* Natural abiotic elements, such as landforms, terrain shape and elevation, or bodies of water.
* Abstract elements, such as the weather and lighting conditions.

Landscaping requires a certain understanding of horticulture and artistic design, but is not limited to plants and horticulture. Sculpting land to enhance ...more

Landscaping Books

Beautiful No-Mow Yards: 50 Amazing Lawn Alternatives

Planting in a Post-Wild World: Designing Plant Communities for Resilient Landscapes

Bringing Nature Home: How Native Plants Sustain Wildlife in Our Gardens

Landscaping with Fruit: Strawberry ground covers, blueberry hedges, grape arbors, and 39 other luscious fruits to make your yard an edible paradise. (A Homeowners Guide)

Stone Landscaping: Ideas and Techniques for Stonework

New Complete Guide to Landscaping: Design, Plant, Build (Better Homes and Gardens(R))

Lawn Gone!: Low-Maintenance, Sustainable, Attractive Alternatives for Your Yard

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The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr.

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Around the World in 80 Gardens by Monty Don

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26 books — 15 voters

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The Vegetable Gardener's Bible by Edward C. Smith

The Midwest Native Plant Primer by Alan Branhagen

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15 books — 1 voter

Dirr's Hardy Trees and Shrubs by Michael A. Dirr

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133 books — 51 voters

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― Elizabeth Gilbert, The Signature of All Things

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“ Most yards can support many more trees than they currently do, particularly near the borders of the property, without losing the open feel near the house that people enjoy. ”
― Douglas Tallamy

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