RHS Resilient Garden: Sustainable Gardening for a Changing Climate (Hardcover)
In this forward-thinking gardening guide, award-winning garden designer Tom Massey, drawing on the latest RHS research, offers a blueprint for creating a beautiful, climate-resilient, and sustainable garden. Addressing the challenges posed by an ever-changing climate, Massey provides essential tips on analyzing outdoor spaces, considering factors such as soil type, sun exposure, and potential pest challenges. The book advocates for working with the environment to adapt gardens to thrive while supporting wildlife.
Readers will discover innovative ideas for making small yet impactful changes to benefit biodiversity and reduce the local impacts of climate change. Massey shares top tips on selecting the right plants, offers case studies of sustainable garden designs from around the world, and explores sustainable materials and planting mediums. The guide features diagrams, infographics, and photographs illustrating key concepts, providing a comprehensive resource for gardeners seeking to create resilient, beautiful, and environmentally conscious outdoor spaces. As the world experiences shifts in weather patterns, this horticultural handbook becomes increasingly relevant, empowering readers globally to analyze their garden’s needs and adapt to changing conditions. The ultimate goal is to promote sustainable gardening practices, mitigate extreme weather effects, and ensure that outdoor spaces remain inspiring havens for years to come.
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