English Herb Gardens

The fifty years since Vita Sackville-West planted her famous herb garden at Sissinghurst has seen an unparalleled revival in the cultivation of herbs. Here, 58 of the most delightful gardens to be found in England today have been selected. They show a wide diversity in dsign, from patterned formality to rambling informality, and a wonderful variety within both styles in situation, shape, planting and focal point. The descriptions of the gardens are complimented by a herb glossary. There is information on the history and cultivation of 42 herbs, while unique plant portraits demonstrate unequivocally how beautiful herb plants are...