Edited by Jane McGary Eye-catching rock gardens are among the most challenging -- and satisfying -- expressions of the gardener's craft. A true rock garden is a specialized habitat that allows the gardener to grow plants that do not flourish anywhere else. This book offers the first comprehensive treatment of building rock gardens in all parts of North America. Topics covered include rock placement, materials, and planting and maintenance. Variations on the rock garden theme, from planting troughs to creating water features, are also discussed. The book presents regional styles and techniques and profiles a dozen public rock gardens from Oregon to Newfoundland. More than 100 inspiring photos accompany the lively text. Format: Hardcover. Pages: 316 pp. Book dimensions: 6 x 9 in. (230 x 155 mm) Illustrations: 104 color photos, 1 table, 12 line drawings. Copyright: ©2003 Timber Press.