Synopses & Reviews
Succulents, with their striking forms, unusual colors, and easy care reputation, are becoming an increasingly important design element in many contemporary gardens. Whether planted en masse, as specimens in the garden or featured in containers, they have much to offer landscapers and home gardeners.
Succulents for the Contemporary Garden is a book for beginners, enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike, presenting old favorites along with an enticing range of less-common, more collectable examples of these intriguing plants.
Review
"Lushly photographed,
Succulents is a valuable resource for any San Diegan interested in drought-tolerant gardening."
—San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles, August 2003 San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles
Review
"This is a convenient and usable book for those that are knowledgeable about all types of succulents or even the beginner."
—National Gardener, September 2003 National Gardener
Review
"These sculptural plants are enjoying renewed popularity. You'll see why when you view the striking photographs in
Succulents for the Contemporary Garden"
—Sunset, August 2003 Sunset
Synopsis
Out of hundreds of species and cultivars in more than 60 genera, which are the plants that are best-suited to particular design requirements and garden conditions? Cave has the answers.
About the Author
Yvonne Cave is one of New Zealand's foremost garden photographers. Her superb photos have illustrated a number of major gardening books, including Irises: A Practical Gardening Guide and The Gardener's Encyclopedia of New Zealand Native Plants.