This isn't just another over-simplified general gardening book. In fact it is an extremely doable collection of simple, cottagey schemes . . . . Were I new to gardening, or to a particular set of growing conditions, this planting-by-numbers book would really boost my confidence (Gardening Which)
... it's unique selling point is its genuine simplicity and directness - unlike most books labelled 'easy', this one really spells it out. I suspect this is what an awful lot of people want from a planting book (Daily Telegraph)
The authors' step-by-step advice makes this book every bit as reliable in the garden as Delia's [is] in the kitchen. (Daily Express)
The Duchess of Beaufort has worked with Jane Nicholas designing gardens since 1980. Their style combines homage to traditional English gardening with the sophistication of modern plants and techniques.
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Jane Nicholas and Miranda Duchess of Beaufort have worked together designing gardens since 1980. Their style combines homage to traditional English gardening with the sophistication of modern plants and techniques.