Oudolf, P. & N. Kingsbury, 1999, Designing with plants, Coran Octopus, London
- Author : Oudolf, P. & N. Kingsbury
- Year : 1999
- Publisher : Coran Octopus
- Publisher's Location : London
- ISBN : 1840910550
- Pages : 160
- Abstract : This is a study of Piet Oudolf's "New Wave" planting theory and practice. Inspired by nature, his schemes demonstrate how form, texture, light and movement are as important as colour. The manual shows the essential building blocks of this style in special planting palettes, and then explains how to combine them in schemes that will bring vibrancy to the garden throughout the year. Table of Contents: The planting palette: form, leaves, colour. Combining plants: combining forms, combining colours, structural and filler plants, repetition and rhythm, assembling a planting, breaking the rules. Creating moods: light, movement, harmony, control, sublime, mysticism. Year-round planting: life, death.
- Comments : KEYWORDS: planting design, garden design, gardens, landscape gardening.