So You Want to Be a Garden Designer: How to Get Started, Grow, and Thrive in the Landscape Design Business
The garden design profession appears to be expanding, as many self-taught gardeners are entering the field. Howard suggests an apprenticeship to help build the necessary skill set, learn the terminology, and transition into the business. Offering the basics, Howard leads with chapters delving into horticulture and the green industry. Structural tips and know-how to help explain the creation of paths, walls, and fences follow, and Howard sheds light on aspects of materials and legal issues that apply to patios and decks. She covers elemental details with regard to water features, a pool, and even a spa, as well as irrigation, drainage, and lighting, while more in-depth chapters survey the occupational hazards and offer business advice. Her personal story enlivens the writing and illuminates many subtle yet essential aspects of the profession. Readers who are considering taking the leap will appreciate Howard’s guidance and encouragement. --Alice Joyce