Tropical Gardens of the Philippines

O'Boyle, Lily Gamboa/ Reyes, Elizabeth/ Tettoni, Luca Invernizzi (PHT)

Tuttle Publishing（2011/02発売）

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製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版／ページ数 224 p.
言語 ENG
商品コード 9780804841542
DDC分類 635

Full Description

Full of stunning landscape photographs, this tropical gardening book is a delight for anyone interested in the lavish gardens of the Philippines. Aimed at gardening enthusiasts, Tropical Gardens of the Philippines contains a rare glimpse into some of the most beautiful tropical gardens in the world today. It presents 42 spectacular contemporary gardens, both big and small, situated in and around Metropilitan Manila area and the nearby provinces of Laguna, Batangas and Cavite. The vast majority of the gardens are in private homes. Introducing a contemporary gardening style that has been evolving in the Philippines over the past decade, as well as more traditional formal styles, it traces the development of garden design in all its forms. Designers new and old are showcased along with a number of talented home owners. Experimenting with both indigenous and introduced species, use of hardscapes such as local stones and pavers, bonsai, clipped shrubs and water features, some work along Oriental lines, others follow Western models. Tropical Gardens of the Philippines is a lovely introduction to Filipino landscaping styles and a gardening aesthetic that combines the best of East and West with superior knowledge of plant cultivation and care. The book gives an insider's look at tropical garden design and landscape architecture, Filipino style. Featured gardens include: Casa de NipaLa Vista Hilltop GardenPonce Veridiano's GardenSantos Koi Pond GardenPoolside ProsceniumGarden of ButterfliesAnd many more...