The 5th in the series, my cool allotment covers gorgeous allotments and community gardens. From the historic Edgbaston Guinea Gardens in Birmingham, the hortillonages or floating gardens in Amiens to rooftop gardens in New York City, the book is an inspiration for anybody who already has a vegetable patch, kitchen garden or allotment.
Ian August was about to retire from his post as Estates Clerk of the Works when the Duchess of Northumberland approached him. She wanted to create a unique and innovative garden for the north-east, a place to be enjoyed by anyone. A long journey later, with many battles and millions invested, Ian and the Duchess have achieved their dream.
Destined to become the plant photographers bible, this book encourages the reader to 'see' the art and design of the plant and to take photographs that are both accurate visual records and works of creativity.
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