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Garden-Craft Old and New

By John Dando Sedding
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An extended treatment addresses the theory and practice of garden design, balancing philosophical reflections on gardens as a meeting of nature and art with concrete guidance on layout and horticultural technique. It surveys historical and comparative approaches, contrasts formal stiff and picturesque landscape styles, and supplies plans and illustrations for sunk beds, yew walks, terraces and courts. The author advocates a temperate synthesis that preserves wildness where fitting while applying craft to enhance beauty, and pairs practical technics with aesthetic and moral meditations on renewal, transience, and human stewardship of planted space.

About the Author

Sedding, John Dando portrait

John Dando Sedding

John Dando Sedding was a notable figure in the field of gardening and landscape design during the late 19th century. He is best known for his influential work "Garden-Craft Old and New," which reflects his deep understanding of horticulture and garden aesthetics. Sedding's writings emphasize the importance of blending natural beauty with artistic design, advocating for a thoughtful approach to gardening that respects both tradition and innovation. His contributions have left a lasting impact on garden design, inspiring both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers alike.

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