Meadows
Give yourself over to dandelions. Let daffodils and poppies poke up through undulating grasses ... [Meadows is] anecdotal, sensitive, sometimes prickly and totally inspiring.
Los Angeles Times
In Meadows, Christopher Lloyd explores the development and management of established meadow areas, ways of starting from scratch in a garden setting, and the hundreds of beautiful grasses, bulbs, and colorful perennials that thrive in different conditions. Lloyd's own experimental prairie is a springboard to discussing North American prairies and the plants that provide swathes of color in late summer and interest into winter. Filled with hundreds of specially commissioned photographs, this book provides a captivating guide for anyone wishing to preserve pasture lands, cultivate native species, and attract wildlife.
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 192 pp.
- Book dimensions: 9½ x 11 in. (240 x 280 mm.)
- Images: 181 color photos
- ISBN-10: 0881926280
- ISBN-13: 9780881926286
Media reviews
"Give yourself over to dandelions. Let daffodils and poppies poke up through undulating grasses ... [Meadows is] anecdotal, sensitive, sometimes prickly and totally inspiring."
—Lili Singer, Los Angeles Times
"Whether Lloyd is relating the history of Dixter's various meadow plantings or setting out to clarify the inherent differences in pastures, prairies, natural grasslands, and meadows, his masterful, seemingly boundless horticultural expertise and sharp wit will inspire readers to think about exciting possibilities."
—Alice Joyce, Booklist
"Who else but Christopher Lloyd could tackle the subject of meadow gardening with such aplomb?"
—Sandra J. Sandefur, Perennial Notes
"A captivating guide for people wishing to preserve pasture lands, cultivate native species and attract wildlife to their gardens ... perhaps a meadow is the perfect answer for a plot of land you wish to landscape."
—Cheyenne Mountain Kiva
"Though many gardeners may think of meadows as easy care, each demands its own type of care and Lloyd carefully describes the advantages and disadvantages, along with the beauty possible with proper planning and care."
—Joanne S. Carpender, National Gardener
"Sumptuously produced."
—Bookseller
"If Christopher’s witty text isn’t enough to inspire you, the gorgeous pictures by Jonathan Buckley will surely tempt you to let the grass grow under your feet."
—Gardenlife
"It is the best “how to” guide of the year."
—Robin Lane Fox, Financial Times
"Instructive, entertaining, and a joy to look at."
—Graham Rice, HortResources Newsletter
"This will be an invaluable aide for anyone, beginner or expert, wishing to create a traditional meadow garden."
—Keith Wiley, Garden (Peterborough)
"The gorgeous photos by Jonathan Buckley offer further inspiration."
—Gardening Life
About the author
Christopher Lloyd
The late Christopher Lloyd (1921-2006) lived in the 15th century half-timbered manor house of Great Dixter his entire life. He is the author of a string of bestselling garden classics, and in 1979 the Royal Horticultural Society conferred on him its highest award, the Victoria Medal of Honour.
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