Table Of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 - The Art Of Landscaping

• Why Do We Landscape?
• The Designer As The Artist
• A Brief History Of Landscaping
• Styles And Themes

Chapter 2 - Basic Landscaping Principles

• The Art Of Composition
• Characteristics
• Landscape Functions
• Landscaping Zones
• Techniques Of The Masters

Chapter 3 - The Artist's Palette

• The Dance Of The Elements
• Plants
• Hard Elements
• Finishing Touches

Chapter 4 - Four Seasons Landscaping

• A Measure Of Interest
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall
• Winter

Chapter 5 - The Northern Climate

• Landscaping In The North
• Hardiness Zones
• The Challenges Of Winter
• Smart Northern Gardening

Chapter 6 - Living Landscapes

• Landscaping For Maximum Pleasure
• The Garden Paradise
• Birds, Bees and Squirrels
• The Edible Landscape

Chapter 7 - Special Landscaping Challenges

• Small Properties
• Bare Earth Landscapes
• Slopes
• Low Maintenance Landscaping
• Shady Acres
• Landscaping For Apartments

Chapter 8 - Personalizing Your Landscape

• Your Landscape Profile
• A Yard For The Whole Family
• Growing Up Together
• Your Personal Checklist

Chapter 9 - From The Ground Up

• Taking Stock
• My Little Heaven
• Your Home, The Centerpiece
• The Bigger Picture
• To Change Or Not To Change

Chapter 10 - The Design Process

• For Starters
• Step 1 - The Existing Landscape
• Step 2 - Bubble Plans
• Step 3 - New Landscape Plans
• Step 4 - Finalizing The Plan

Chapter 11 - Installation

• Making It Happen
• Doing It Yourself
• Working With Contractors