Garden Design : Kessinger Publishing : 9781161740226 : 1161740228 : 23 May 2010 : Garden Design: Landscape Garden Series is a book written by Ralph Rodney Root and first published in 1921. It is a comprehensive guide to designing and creating beautiful gardens, with a particular focus on landscape gardening. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the principles of garden design, the use of plants and flowers, the selection of garden features and ornaments, and the creation of paths, walkways, and other garden structures.Root's approach to garden design is both practical and artistic, emphasizing the importance of creating a harmonious and balanced landscape that reflects the natural beauty of the surrounding environment. He provides detailed instructions on how to plan and lay out a garden, as well as tips on how to choose the right plants and materials for different types of gardens.The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and diagrams that help to illustrate the c