Stylish Succulents

"Succulents are a creative way to bring color and texture to our lives. In [this book], Japanese authors TOKIIRO bring t... (more)

"Succulents are a creative way to bring color and texture to our lives. In [this book], Japanese authors TOKIIRO bring this creativity to a new level, applying the simple principles of Japanese ikebana and bonsai to succulent gardening, turning tradition into innovation. Spaces and containers become a canvas, and plants are the paints and pencils. The result: gardening works of art that range from spare to lush, and from free flowing to sculpted. [This book] shares inspiring techniques for conceptualizing and designing gardens using these hardy and colorful plants. With tips on: Combining colors, shapes and textures ; Selecting, modifying and creating containers ; Finding the most pleasing spaces for growing and viewing ; Maintaining a healthy succulent garden--whatever its setting. In this book, you'll discover that some of the most amazing gardens can happen in unexpected ways and in unexpected spaces. In fact, you may never look at succulents--or any other type of garden--the say way again."-- Jacket. (less)