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Professional Planting Design
An Architectural and Horticultural Approach for Creating Mixed Bed Plantings
Scarfone, Scott C.
John Wiley & Sons Inc
03/2007
304
Mole
Inglês
9780471761396
15 a 20 dias
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Foreword vii
James A. van Sweden
Foreword viii
Fergus Garrett
Introduction ix
Planting Design: A Unique Design Profession xii
Practicing the Art of Mixed Planting Design xiv
1 Mixed Planting Basics 1
Mixing and Matching 2
Evolution of a Planting Style 3
The Theory Behind Mixed Plantings: The Role of Dynamism and Diversity 7
Making the Most of the Mix 9
The Role of Plant Functionality in Design 10
Mixed Planting Bed Functions 10
Mixed Planting Bed Types 12
Cultural and Maintenance Considerations as Part of the Design Process 15
Moving on with the Planting Design Process 16
2 The Power of Succession 19
Planning for Succession 20
Components of the Mixed Planting 21
Permanent vs. Temporary Plantings 35
3 Applying Design Fundamentals to Planting Design 37
Elements of Composition 38
Using Color in the Landscape 50
The Language of Design 54
4 Structuring and Adorning the Mixed Planting Composition 69
Imposing a Planting Structure 70
Punctuating with Decorative Plants 73
Working with Plant Forms 75
Incorporating Leaf Characteristics 81
Using Foliage Color 89
Maintaining Seasonal Interest 94
5 Form-Based Approach to Mixed Planting Design 101
Understanding Form Relationships 102
Blocking a Design Pattern 107
Creating Mass: Grouping and Arranging 108
Assembling the Abstract Composition 116
Evaluating the Composition 123
6 Designing in Plan View: Creating the Beds 125
Going Horizontal 126
Grouping Plants: Developing Masses 131
Calculating Bed Depth 138
Establishing the Bed Line 140
Developing a Design Theme 145
Using a Grid 161
Conclusion 173
7 Composing and Structuring a Mixed Bed 175
Layering as Part of the Planning Process 176
Locating the Plants 177
Identify Locations of Structure Plants 177
Add Theme Plants 184
Insert Accents or Focal Points 190
Infill or Filler Plantings 196
Understanding the Importance of Massing to the Planting Composition 197
Factoring in Maintenance 203
Conclusion 206
8 Specifying Plants by Their Characteristics 207
Specifying Characteristics 208
Planning for Succession 218
Creating a Memorable Impression 226
Keeping It Simple 234
9 Understanding the Planting Environment 237
Understanding Soils 238
Exposure to the Elements 241
Accounting for Growth Behavior 243
Giving Plants Room to Grow 246
Exploiting Plant Genetics 249
Conclusion 249
10 Completing the Process: Selecting the Plants 251
Selecting Plants 252
Maintaining the Composition 254
Conclusion 255
Bibliography 259
Index 261
James A. van Sweden
Foreword viii
Fergus Garrett
Introduction ix
Planting Design: A Unique Design Profession xii
Practicing the Art of Mixed Planting Design xiv
1 Mixed Planting Basics 1
Mixing and Matching 2
Evolution of a Planting Style 3
The Theory Behind Mixed Plantings: The Role of Dynamism and Diversity 7
Making the Most of the Mix 9
The Role of Plant Functionality in Design 10
Mixed Planting Bed Functions 10
Mixed Planting Bed Types 12
Cultural and Maintenance Considerations as Part of the Design Process 15
Moving on with the Planting Design Process 16
2 The Power of Succession 19
Planning for Succession 20
Components of the Mixed Planting 21
Permanent vs. Temporary Plantings 35
3 Applying Design Fundamentals to Planting Design 37
Elements of Composition 38
Using Color in the Landscape 50
The Language of Design 54
4 Structuring and Adorning the Mixed Planting Composition 69
Imposing a Planting Structure 70
Punctuating with Decorative Plants 73
Working with Plant Forms 75
Incorporating Leaf Characteristics 81
Using Foliage Color 89
Maintaining Seasonal Interest 94
5 Form-Based Approach to Mixed Planting Design 101
Understanding Form Relationships 102
Blocking a Design Pattern 107
Creating Mass: Grouping and Arranging 108
Assembling the Abstract Composition 116
Evaluating the Composition 123
6 Designing in Plan View: Creating the Beds 125
Going Horizontal 126
Grouping Plants: Developing Masses 131
Calculating Bed Depth 138
Establishing the Bed Line 140
Developing a Design Theme 145
Using a Grid 161
Conclusion 173
7 Composing and Structuring a Mixed Bed 175
Layering as Part of the Planning Process 176
Locating the Plants 177
Identify Locations of Structure Plants 177
Add Theme Plants 184
Insert Accents or Focal Points 190
Infill or Filler Plantings 196
Understanding the Importance of Massing to the Planting Composition 197
Factoring in Maintenance 203
Conclusion 206
8 Specifying Plants by Their Characteristics 207
Specifying Characteristics 208
Planning for Succession 218
Creating a Memorable Impression 226
Keeping It Simple 234
9 Understanding the Planting Environment 237
Understanding Soils 238
Exposure to the Elements 241
Accounting for Growth Behavior 243
Giving Plants Room to Grow 246
Exploiting Plant Genetics 249
Conclusion 249
10 Completing the Process: Selecting the Plants 251
Selecting Plants 252
Maintaining the Composition 254
Conclusion 255
Bibliography 259
Index 261
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Foreword vii
James A. van Sweden
Foreword viii
Fergus Garrett
Introduction ix
Planting Design: A Unique Design Profession xii
Practicing the Art of Mixed Planting Design xiv
1 Mixed Planting Basics 1
Mixing and Matching 2
Evolution of a Planting Style 3
The Theory Behind Mixed Plantings: The Role of Dynamism and Diversity 7
Making the Most of the Mix 9
The Role of Plant Functionality in Design 10
Mixed Planting Bed Functions 10
Mixed Planting Bed Types 12
Cultural and Maintenance Considerations as Part of the Design Process 15
Moving on with the Planting Design Process 16
2 The Power of Succession 19
Planning for Succession 20
Components of the Mixed Planting 21
Permanent vs. Temporary Plantings 35
3 Applying Design Fundamentals to Planting Design 37
Elements of Composition 38
Using Color in the Landscape 50
The Language of Design 54
4 Structuring and Adorning the Mixed Planting Composition 69
Imposing a Planting Structure 70
Punctuating with Decorative Plants 73
Working with Plant Forms 75
Incorporating Leaf Characteristics 81
Using Foliage Color 89
Maintaining Seasonal Interest 94
5 Form-Based Approach to Mixed Planting Design 101
Understanding Form Relationships 102
Blocking a Design Pattern 107
Creating Mass: Grouping and Arranging 108
Assembling the Abstract Composition 116
Evaluating the Composition 123
6 Designing in Plan View: Creating the Beds 125
Going Horizontal 126
Grouping Plants: Developing Masses 131
Calculating Bed Depth 138
Establishing the Bed Line 140
Developing a Design Theme 145
Using a Grid 161
Conclusion 173
7 Composing and Structuring a Mixed Bed 175
Layering as Part of the Planning Process 176
Locating the Plants 177
Identify Locations of Structure Plants 177
Add Theme Plants 184
Insert Accents or Focal Points 190
Infill or Filler Plantings 196
Understanding the Importance of Massing to the Planting Composition 197
Factoring in Maintenance 203
Conclusion 206
8 Specifying Plants by Their Characteristics 207
Specifying Characteristics 208
Planning for Succession 218
Creating a Memorable Impression 226
Keeping It Simple 234
9 Understanding the Planting Environment 237
Understanding Soils 238
Exposure to the Elements 241
Accounting for Growth Behavior 243
Giving Plants Room to Grow 246
Exploiting Plant Genetics 249
Conclusion 249
10 Completing the Process: Selecting the Plants 251
Selecting Plants 252
Maintaining the Composition 254
Conclusion 255
Bibliography 259
Index 261
James A. van Sweden
Foreword viii
Fergus Garrett
Introduction ix
Planting Design: A Unique Design Profession xii
Practicing the Art of Mixed Planting Design xiv
1 Mixed Planting Basics 1
Mixing and Matching 2
Evolution of a Planting Style 3
The Theory Behind Mixed Plantings: The Role of Dynamism and Diversity 7
Making the Most of the Mix 9
The Role of Plant Functionality in Design 10
Mixed Planting Bed Functions 10
Mixed Planting Bed Types 12
Cultural and Maintenance Considerations as Part of the Design Process 15
Moving on with the Planting Design Process 16
2 The Power of Succession 19
Planning for Succession 20
Components of the Mixed Planting 21
Permanent vs. Temporary Plantings 35
3 Applying Design Fundamentals to Planting Design 37
Elements of Composition 38
Using Color in the Landscape 50
The Language of Design 54
4 Structuring and Adorning the Mixed Planting Composition 69
Imposing a Planting Structure 70
Punctuating with Decorative Plants 73
Working with Plant Forms 75
Incorporating Leaf Characteristics 81
Using Foliage Color 89
Maintaining Seasonal Interest 94
5 Form-Based Approach to Mixed Planting Design 101
Understanding Form Relationships 102
Blocking a Design Pattern 107
Creating Mass: Grouping and Arranging 108
Assembling the Abstract Composition 116
Evaluating the Composition 123
6 Designing in Plan View: Creating the Beds 125
Going Horizontal 126
Grouping Plants: Developing Masses 131
Calculating Bed Depth 138
Establishing the Bed Line 140
Developing a Design Theme 145
Using a Grid 161
Conclusion 173
7 Composing and Structuring a Mixed Bed 175
Layering as Part of the Planning Process 176
Locating the Plants 177
Identify Locations of Structure Plants 177
Add Theme Plants 184
Insert Accents or Focal Points 190
Infill or Filler Plantings 196
Understanding the Importance of Massing to the Planting Composition 197
Factoring in Maintenance 203
Conclusion 206
8 Specifying Plants by Their Characteristics 207
Specifying Characteristics 208
Planning for Succession 218
Creating a Memorable Impression 226
Keeping It Simple 234
9 Understanding the Planting Environment 237
Understanding Soils 238
Exposure to the Elements 241
Accounting for Growth Behavior 243
Giving Plants Room to Grow 246
Exploiting Plant Genetics 249
Conclusion 249
10 Completing the Process: Selecting the Plants 251
Selecting Plants 252
Maintaining the Composition 254
Conclusion 255
Bibliography 259
Index 261
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