Publisher's Synopsis
Australia enjoys an astonishing range of unusual and beautiful plants. For the first time, The Australian Garden shows how Australian plants can be used in all major gardening styles. Choices include the untouched natural garden, coastal, arid, country, 'walkabout', grassland, cottage, theme, wildflower, small and courtyard, plus formal gardens where control, however unobtrusive, is of the essence. Using Australian plants is critical to creating an 'Australian Garden'. This book provides a vast array of Australian plants for designing groundcovers, features, ornamentals, infill or for almost any purpose. Many other aspects of design are covered, such as the beauty and tranquility of water in the garden, the delights of adding touches of colour, appreciating the sensuous garden, the joy of living with Australian wildlife and maintaining a sense of harmony amidst a mini native ecosystem.
