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Landscaping with Stone, 2nd Edition

Author : Pat Sagui

Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing

Page : 403 pages

File Size : 35,6 MB

Release : 2016-12-01

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 1607653974

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Book Description

Landscaping with Stone, 2nd Edition, is a combination landscape design and project book in one, whcih has been updated with all new photographs. The first section of the book provides readers with a framework for incorporating stone in their landscape designs, including a look at the different types of stone used in landscapes, sources of inspiration, and ways to think about stone in relation to other landscape elements. The second part provides readers with tips on working with stone, from transporting to cutting and setting. There is also step-by-step instruction on some of the most popular stone projects, including patios, walls, and rock gardens.



Sunset Landscaping with Stone

Author : Editors of Sunset Books

Publisher : Oxmoor House

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 24,93 MB

Release : 2006-01-01

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9780376034786

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Book Description

Great ideas and professional advice on the art and craft of building stone into your garden landscapes. Photo galleries showcase timeless designs for stone patios, stairs, pathways, retaining walls pebbles mosaics, and more. Creative design tips and step-by-step explanations guide you through the process of building your own features. Materials guides advise on the selection on stepping-stones, flagstone, fieldstone, cut stone, and more.



Landscaping with Stone

Author : Pat Sagui

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 14,53 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Landscape architecture

ISBN : 9781580111126

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Book Description

You'll learn the basic of designing and working with stone and how to use stone in walkways, patios, and garden walls, and as a focal point in your landscape.



Natural Stonescapes

Author : Richard L. Dubé

Publisher : Storey Publishing

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 14,48 MB

Release : 1999-01

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9781580170925

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Book Description

Explains how to design arrangements that highlight the natural beauty of the chosen stone, adapt designs to showcase a particular site, and then set the stones in place



Ideas and How-to

Author : Better Homes & Gardens

Publisher : Wiley

Page : 224 pages

File Size : 17,35 MB

Release : 2008-02-26

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9780696236082

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Book Description

This book offers inspiring and creative ideas for using stone in the landscape, including water features and rock gardens, fireplaces and fire pits, and archways and grottos. Materials comparisons, construction specifications, and the basic techniques of working with stone are presented in detail in an easy-to-follow final chapter. Large and small projects are covered, from columns to sheds and pool houses. The process of choosing and managing landscaping professionals is also covered in detail.



Hillside Landscaping

Author : Susan Lang

Publisher : Sunset Books/Sunset Publishing Corporation

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 32,12 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Gardening

ISBN :

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Book Description

This all-inclusive volume explores landscaping solutions and provides easy-to-follow guidelines for designing plant beds and terraces, private steps and paths, serene seating areas, and soothing waterfalls on slopes of varying degrees. A guide to planting covers plant selection and installation, and includes advice on erosion control, and plants for walls and crevices. 200 photos. 80 illustrations.



Western Home Landscaping

Author : Roger Holmes

Publisher : Landscaping

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 32,65 MB

Release : 2010-11

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 9781580114868

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Book Description

Collection of 42 designs created by area landscape professionals, with over 200 plants that are proven performers in the areas covered. Some designs provide "green" landscaping tips, including ways to conserve water and the use of native plants. Also shows how to install and care for plants, paths, fences, walls.



New Front Yard Idea Book

Author : Sandra S. Soria

Publisher : Taunton Press

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 19,7 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Gardens

ISBN : 1600853714

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Book Description

Curbside appeal goes a long way, and not just when homeowners are selling a house. Everyone wants to create a "wow" inspiring first impression and today's savvy homeowners are looking for expert advice and ideas that goes beyond the traditional lawn and foundation plantings.New Front Yard Idea Bookoffers the best design information from experts to inspire homeowners everywhere. Lushly illustrated with 325 4-color photographs, no other book focuses on this essential public area. The book is simply overflowing with inspiration for all the front-yard spaces, including the entrance, porches and porticos, gardens and arbors, paths and driveways, fences and gates, and landscaping and lighting. As readers set out to refresh and enhance their front yards, the first step is sit down with this invaluable reference.



Planting Design for Dry Gardens

Author : Olivier Filippi

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 31,8 MB

Release : 2016

Category : Drought-tolerant plants

ISBN : 9780993389207

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Book Description

First published in French as Alternatives au gazon in 2011.



Getting Started with Mortared Stonework

Author : Cody Macfie

Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Page : 188 pages

File Size : 46,3 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9781579906658

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Book Description

Stone is one of the most beautiful, enduring building materials available. This book offers information on the basics, from tools to mortar and site preparation to pattern design. It features a selection of photographs and illustrations that show various steps of the 20 attractive projects.