Explores the various functions of borders in yards, with advice on evaluating a property and other considerations; and features more in-depth looks at walls, fences, and hedges, with tips on plants and borders, and discussion of the art of espalier, and border enhancements.

Presents the basics of stonescaping, and introduces techniques and step-by-step illustrated instructions for building dry-stacked walls, paths, patios, terraces, benches, and other projects.

Get great ideas and solid advice on the craft of building with natural-looking stonework into garden landscapes. Provides step-by-step lessons on all the essential skills and techniques needed to build stone features.

A richly illustrated, hands-on guide to landscape projects ranges in complexity from lawn care and rose pruning to building walls, garden structures, and simple water gardens, featuring detailed, step-by-step instructions and photographs that cover the complete project, from initial design to tool and plant selection to final finishing touches. --

"Let the experts at This Old House shou you how to landscape your yard to be the envy of the neighborhood. You'll learn from the pros the essential of: Lawn care, tree care, step-by-step outdoor construction projects, plus much more." --Amazon.