Small gardens can be as versatile as their gardeners - personal, peaceful havens, sophisticated spaces for entertaining or bold showcases for plant displays. This practical and inspirational book is packed with big ideas for small gardens. Written by an experienced garden designer, it guides the reader through the principles of design, with special reference to small spaces. Chapters describe innovative use of different materials and imaginative planting combinations. Topics covered: *Basics of garden design *Hard and soft landscapes *Imaginative plantings *Garden styles and plans *Practical garden projects AUTHOR: Ian Cooke is a professional horticulturalist with a particular fascination for exotic plants and gardens. After fourteen years managing the award-winning grounds of the University of Nottingham, where he created an exotic walled garden, he now concentrates on writing, lecturing and garden design. In 2008 he was awarded the Associate of Honour by the Royal Horticultural Society. He is a regular judge for Chelsea and major flower shows. SELLING POINTS: * An invaluable and inspirational guide to producing stunning results, whether you have just a tiny border or an entire garden to design * Packed with big ideas for small gardens * Guides the reader through the principles of design, with special reference to small spaces ILLUSTRATIONS: 116 colour photographs and diagrams *