Inspiration

I read design and gardening magazines prolifically, but I was concerned about the wisdom of a recent decision to buy a book with very few photos and LOT of text. I should not have doubted - it has given more inspiration that a year's worth of trendy magazines.

"Every plant has its fitness and must be placed in its proper surroundings so as to bring out its full beauty. Therein lies the art of landscaping."

Jens Jensen, 1939 (from 'The Glory of Gardens', edited by Scott J. Tilden, 2006).