Overview

After years of favoring loose, naturalistic styles, trends in garden design are shifting slightly back toward formalism—with a modern twist. From one of today’s most decorated garden designers comes a volume that reveals in thirty exquisitely planted gardens dozens of ideas on how to adapt traditional garden design elements for today’s more ecologically based aesthetics. Over her thirty-year career, decorated designer Jo Thompson has become recognized as master of creating decadently planted, well-proportioned, English-style gardens rendered modern by a staunch commitment to biodiversity—to the eye this translates as a looser formality than English gardens of the past, though they are still every bit as luscious. Thompson peppers her wonderfully witty texts with a dash of lore as a nod to the idea that we are not, in fact, in complete charge of how our gardens grow; other forces are always at work, as they should be when we allow sustainable practices to help us guide rather than try to dominate nature’s own efforts. Hundreds of beautiful color photos and chapter-by-chapter case studies of individual gardens designed around various themes provide inspiration for all gardeners who want their gardens to feel not merely well planted, but truly alive.

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""[Jo’s] latest book defines the idea of horticultural romance by its lack of rigidity or formality, presenting the garden as, most importantly, a place that is able to form 'the backdrop for life’s moments and…memories.'"" — VOGUE ""Those looking to create a garden or to update an existing one will find plenty of inspiration."" — FORBES ""As one of the U.K.’s leading garden designers, Jo Thompson knows how to create masterfully designed landscapes that exude a sense of romanticism and encourage people to get outside. Her newest book, The New Romantic Garden, takes readers on a tour of 30 brilliant gardens with Thompson detailing the sustainable practices and plans that brought each to life."" — VERANDA ""This book is a fresh perspective on what a “romantic” garden is today."" — GARDENISTA ""Throughout the book, Lauder takes readers on a delightful journey, offering creative ideas on how to style and arrange flowers with effortless sophistication. She embraces the simple elegance of a natural palette while also celebrating the whimsical charm of vibrant, mixed blooms. Her expert tips guide readers through the art of enhancing holiday décor with seasonal florals, bringing a fresh and personal touch to every occasion."" — KD HAMPTONS ""The New Romantic Garden” (Rizzoli; $50) Known for her keen eye for color and romanticism, Jo Thompson is one of today’s leading garden designers. During her 30-year career, Thompson became recognized for her timeless planting and for well-proportioned, English-style gardens rendered modern by a staunch commitment to biodiversity. “This translates as a looser formality than English gardens of the past, though every bit as romantic,” according to a press release about the new book. Featured are 240 pages filled with thirty gardens and many ideas on how gardeners can adapt traditional garden design elements for today’s more eco-friendly landscapes."" — DETROIT NEWS

""[Jo’s] latest book defines the idea of horticultural romance by its lack of rigidity or formality, presenting the garden as, most importantly, a place that is able to form 'the backdrop for life’s moments and…memories.'"" — VOGUE

Author Information

Jo Thompson has been listed by House and Garden and Country Life magazines as one of the UK’s top ten garden designers and plantswomen. She has received four Gold and five Silver Gilt medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and in 2017 she won the People’s Choice award at the first RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. She is a member of the RHS Gardens Committee and Garden Advisor for RHS Rosemoor, an RHS judge, and a member of the RHS Show Gardens Selection Panel. She lectures widely both internationally and nationally.

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