Publisher's Synopsis
This is a series of essays by Hannah Willetts, an amateur gardener who has lovingly developed her garden in Shropshire over many years. The subjects of her essays range from an analysis of different varieties of hellebore to a set of comparisons between flowering plants and classical composers, as well as personal accounts of the joys of simple gardening tasks. The Essence of the Garden, while perfect bedside reading for any gardener, is so packed with useful information and inspirational description, it will make them itch to get outside.
