{"title":"Christian Douglas","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of Christian Douglas, a visionary author in the realm of Home \u0026amp; Garden. With a profound passion for sustainable living and innovative design, Christian offers unique perspectives that inspire both novice and seasoned gardeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eFood Forward Garden Design\u003c\/em\u003e. In this insightful book, Christian combines practical gardening advice with creative design elements, guiding readers to transform ordinary spaces into thriving, edible landscapes. His approach emphasises sustainability, encouraging eco-friendly practices that harmonise with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChristian Douglas’s work is perfect for those looking to enhance their homes with gardens that are both beautiful and functional. Dive into his books to discover how you can blend aesthetics with practicality in your outdoor spaces. Whether you're planning an urban plot or a country garden, Christian's expert guidance will help you create spaces that flourish.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"food-forward-garden-design-by-christian-douglas-9781648291548","title":"Food Forward Garden Design","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVegetable gardening reinvented—and elevated—with the high-style approach of award-winning landscape designer Christian Douglas.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing food doesn't have to mean sacrificing style. In his debut book, \u003ci\u003eFood Forward Garden Design\u003c\/i\u003e, award-winning landscape designer Christian Douglas showcases the myriad ways to use edibles to elevate the design of your outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit chef Tyler Florence's property, where a hillside is transformed into a three-tiered terraced bed filled with an abundance of produce year-round. Explore a family's suburban plot that is a forager's paradise, with hidden edible treasures woven into each space and along every path. Plus, discover gardens in small city backyards, edible plots carved into forests and meadows, and even a rooftop vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut this is not merely a lookbook. By using his own lush garden in Marin County as a studio\/classroom, Douglas introduces readers to the essential tools and techniques they need to successfully plant, grow, and harvest a bounty of vegetables, fruits, berries, and herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe learn how to evaluate the best lighting and soil conditions, choose plants that will thrive in our climate, and discover the designer's favourite edible swaps for common landscape plants (a persimmon instead of a dogwood, a fig instead of a maple, a hedge of rosemary instead of yew). The food-forward options are limitless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076720541932,"sku":"9781648291548","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23734023482774.jpg?v=1765212913"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/christian-douglas.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}