Gardens, Annotated : Your Guide to the Design of 200 Gardens from Around the World

Author: Chris Young

Gardens (descriptions, history etc)

Published on 22 October 2026 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd (DK) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the DK Annotated' series.

Hardback | 336 pages
287 x 238 | 0g

'I adored this book. It captures the creativity and beauty of garden design, and brilliantly explains, clearly and helpfully, the decisions that all come together to make great gardens. A totally inspirational book for all garden makers at whatever stage they are on their journey through this wonderful horticultural world.' Jo Thompson, garden designer'Many authors have tried to interpret the work of professional garden designers to make it accessible and understandable for a wider audience. But Chris may be the first to genuinely succeed with a perfect balance of inspiration and practical advice.' Andy Sturgeon, garden designerTake design inspiration from 200 gardens of all different styles, climates, and sizes from around the worldGardens, Annotated is a stunning photographic compendium that puts a magnifying glass up to the design choices of the world’s best garden designers and landscape architects in a simplified, bite-sized way.

With chapters on different principles of design, such as focal points, routes, and of course planting, there is a plethora of takeaways to apply to your own garden: discover, for example, how to achieve naturalistic planting schemes or how to use materials to create impact.

This is garden design explained for anyone seeking inspiration.