Product Description

This volume presents thoughts on "painting" a garden. Gertrude Jekyll studied painting as a young girl, then fulfilled many commissions, enjoying a considerable reputation as an artist and craftswoman before becoming a gardener.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2289048 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-10
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 328 pages

Garden News, July 12th, 2001
'I will read this book for pleasure, inspiration and to learn a great deal from a great plantswoman'.

Ameteur Gardening, July 2001
'...Jeykell's approach is just as relevant to today's gardener...It's a really easy, flowing read.'

Water Gardener, September 2001
'This book has had a tremendous impact on the role of colour in the garden...'