Offering a professional approach to garden design, the Handbook for Garden Designers follows the complete design process, from initial survey, draughting and planning, through to the successful completion of your plans. Providing the expertise necessary to tackle gardens of all kinds and sizes, the book includes over 100 plans, drawings, diagrams and pictures and is packed with practical advice, tips and techniques. Garden design involves everything from considering the soil and seasons, to supervising the construction of a garden and advising on future maintenance. This book will ensure that any budding designer, whether designing for themselves or a client, can successfully handle any brief.