ROOF GARDENS, BALCONIES, AND TERRACE GEB - Tapa dura

Roof Gardens, Balconies & Terraces provides inspiration and practical information for creating "outdoor rooms" - places of calm and tranquility in which to relax, gardens that cleverly provide a link to the horizon beyond, or simply bold splashes of color to brighten the view. Practical issues are fully detailed from the beginning - from laying flooring to building planters and trellises - followed by planting advice on soil depth, lightweight composts, growing trees, and suggestions on using plant color to achieve specific effects. Tips on maintenance, and choosing accessories such as garden furniture, statuary, water features, and lighting complete this indispensable guide.

David Stevens has an international reputation as a garden designer and has a worldwide clientele. He is the winner of eleven gold medals at the Chelsea Flower Show, and has written many books, and articles for major newspapers and gardening magazines.

Jerry Harpur has photographed gardens all over the world, and his work has appeared in over 100 books. His work appears regularly in Ideal Home, House and Garden, and Good Housekeeping magazines.