Updated with new projects, information on climate change, and tables and sections detailing commonly used landscape sand, gravel, and stone materials, this new edition offers a complete and accessible guide to landscape design and outdoor projects for the home and garden. Featuring a framework for stone landscaping ideas and designs – including an overview of the different types of stone, sources of inspiration, and ways to use stone with other landscape elements – you’ll also learn need-to-know tips for working with stone. Also includes 12 step-by-step projects for some of the most popular stone projects: patios, fire pits, fountains, walls and rock gardens.

Updated with new projects, information on climate change, and tables and sections detailing commonly used landscape sand, gravel, and stone materials, this new edition offers a complete and accessible guide to landscape design and outdoor projects for the home and garden. Featuring a framework for stone landscaping ideas and designs – including an overview of the different types of stone, sources of inspiration, and ways to use stone with other landscape elements – you’ll also learn need-to-know tips for working with stone. Also includes 12 step-by-step projects for some of the most popular stone projects: patios, fire pits, fountains, walls and rock gardens.