How to Plant a Garden

Confused by the bewildering range of plants on offer at your local garden centre? How do you choose, use and create beautiful planting schemes like the professionals? This book takes you on a structured journey through the design process, from the initial assessment of your existing space, through choosing a theme or style, to putting it all together. Learn what various plant groups can provide and how to problem-solve by selecting the right species. Understand the role that form, colour, scent and texture play in the garden, and how to use focal points and accent plants for added interest. Take inspiration from the large section of themed planting plans. Tiny courtyard gardeners and suburban gardeners alike will learn how to mix plants in pleasing combinations that will provide interest through the seasons and last for years. RHS How to Plant a Garden proves that a good planting scheme can transform your garden from the ordinary to the truly inspirational.

Matt James is a garden designer, broadcaster and senior lecturer teaching on horticulture degree programmes at the Eden Project, Cornwall. Matt has won awards for his design work and continues to run a design practice, working in the UK and abroad. He is the author of the RHS Urban Gardener.
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), with 440,000 members, is the UK's largest gardening charity, dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening.