Gardenwalks In The Mid-atlantic States: Beautiful Gardens From New York To Washington, D.C. - Softcover

Harrison, Marina; Rosenfeld, Lucy D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762736690 ISBN 13: 9780762736690

Publisher: Globe Pequot Pr, 2005

Synopsis

An engaging, well-written guide to exceptional gardens in the Mid-Atlantic states.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

This engaging guide to exceptional gardens in the Mid-Atlantic States-New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware-conveys the charm and allure of more than a hundred delightful destinations, including intimate cottage gardens, peaceful woodland sanctuaries, and classic formal gardens on a grand scale.
Authors Marina Harrison and Lucy D. Rosenfeld take you through the garden gate and show you the features that make each garden a treasure. Every gardenwalk write-up includes practical information that serves as a trip-planning tool, whether for a weeklong vacation or an afternoon stroll. Also included are essays on garden styles and an extensive cross-reference to help you choose a gardenwalk by garden style or tradition.
You will discover:
" Eccentric, personal gardens
" Landscapes of traditional formal elegance
" Nature and wildflower preserves
" Sculpture gardens
" Conservatories and indoor gardens
" Specialty and theme gardens, such as a lilac garden
" Gardens in exceptional settings
" Intriguing private gardens that are open to visitors

About the Author:

Lifelong friends and travel guidebook writers Marina Harrison and Lucy D. Rosenfeld have collaborated on six books together.

About this edition

• Publisher: Globe Pequot Pr
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0762736690
• ISBN 13: 9780762736690
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 232