Here I thought we could add Cottage Gardening Resources, such as books, magazines, catalogs, etc. we have found useful in creating our gardens.
It takes more than just plants to create the effect of a Cottage Garden. Hardscape such as arches and arbors, stone paths, birdhouses, birdbaths,
garden ornaments, pickett fences and sheds, to mention but a few!
These two Hardcover editions are so beautiful, my constant companions:
English Cottage Gardens by Ethne Clarke & Clay Perry (Viking Press, 1986)
The Garden Border Book by Mary Keen (Capabilities Books, 1987) This book shows wonderful gardens along with their maps &plant lists.
I believe they may be available for almost a song on www.abebooks.com
( A great place for used books. I have gotten many "used" books that were like new for $1.00 from them.)
As actual books are being replaced by online "Readers", this site should be bursting!
Feel free to add your favorites..
