American Gardens

Monty Don and Derry Moore explore the fascinating histories of outdoor spaces in America, including the slave garden at Thomas Jeffersons Monticello estate, Longwood Gardens in Delaware, and Middleton Place in South Carolina. They also visit verdant oases designed by modernist architects such as Richard Neutra and urban outdoor spaces such as New York Citys Central Park, Lurie Garden at the southern end of Millennium Park in Chicago, and the Seattle Spheres.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2020
Publisher: Prestel

For years, the beloved gardener Monty Don has been guiding us along various garden paths, showcasing the importance of green spaces in our well-being and culture. Now, he embarks on a journey across America alongside renowned photographer Derry Moore, tracing the fascinating histories of outdoor spaces that epitomize or redefine the American garden. In their book, which complements the BBC television series, they explore a diverse range of gardens and outdoor spaces that hold significant place in American history. These include the slave garden at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate, Longwood Gardens in Delaware, and Middleton Place in South Carolina. Together, they visit verdant oases designed by modernist architects such as Richard Neutra. They delve into urban outdoor spaces, examining New York City's Central Park, Lurie Garden at the southern end of Millennium Park in Chicago, and the Seattle Spheres. Derry Moore offers his unique insights into gardens across the United States, including several not featured in the TV series. These include unpublished photographs of Bob Hope's Palm Springs home and garden of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. With its luscious photography and Don's engaging commentary, this book will deepen your understanding of how America's most significant gardens came to be designed.

Weight: 1768g
Dimension: 289 x 249 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791386751