Did you know that our Blanche Babcok Library has a huge selection of books about Landscaping?
We want to highlight three of these books today, two of which are relevant if you are taking Environmental School Course 3!
Authors Jeff and Marilyn Cox present a complete workbook for garden transformation with ways for readers to change their landscape from sterile and boring to lush and vividly alive. Includes detailed instructions on doing everything from making a natural path, garden pool or wildwood meadow to custom-coloring concrete and aging wood. 80 full-color photos; 75 illustrations.
This book explains how smart landscaping can benefit the environment and improve energy efficiency. It includes a detailed plant list by climate and soil type and shows how design choices can help control noise, wind, sunlight, and temperature.
You’ll learn to manage wind and sun, create low‑maintenance yards, and choose the right plants, shrubs, and trees to boost your home’s comfort and reduce energy use.
Small Gardens is a practical, photo-rich DIY guide for getting professional results in limited or awkward outdoor spaces. It explains how to plan carefully, deal with slopes and uneven ground, choose suitable plants for different climates and needs, and design around real-life constraints like family use and underground utilities. Step-by-step instructions and clear images break complex projects into manageable tasks, while lush garden photos and examples—such as courtyards, small lots, and built-in barbecues—offer inspiration for creating a unique, personalized small garden.
