Media Reviews
Rain gardens that encompass all possible elements that can be used to capture, channel, divert and make the most of the rainfall on a property. This is the first book on sustainable water management schemes suitable for both students and professionals.
RHS Wisley Bookshop 01/03/2007
Brilliant book.
Elspeth Thompson Weblog 02/07/2009
What we need, clearly, is a style of gardening that can cope with periods of hot and dry, and cold and wet weather. It's a tall order, but [Rain Gardens] has come up with some pretty good answers.
Elspeth Thompson Daily Telegraph (London) 17/07/2007
This ground-breaking and important book explains the concept in simple, non-technical terms, and gives plenty of practical advice on how to go about making your garden better at absorbing rain in the way that natural environments do, and making it a more biodiverse and visually attractive place in the process.
Noel Kingsbury Gardens Illustrated 01/08/2007
A magnificent guide to creating a host of eco-solutions by harnessing a precious natural resource to create beautiful outdoor features. In a comprehensive, well-illustrated and interesting delivery the authors have created a definitive guide to watch.
Dumfries and Galloway Standard 07/12/2007
I recommend everyone to demand it and read it from cover to cover. It will open your eyes.
Cottage Gardener 01/09/2008
In this unique and essential resource, Dunnett and Clayden expertly and comprehensively explain the various methods of creating rain gardening systems in clear, precise, and enthusiastic language ... and draw on inspiring case histories of successful rain garden projects throughout the United States and Europe.
Carl Haggas Booklist 01/03/2007
The ideas presented aren't naively idealistic, as the authors provide case studies from around the world and sketches and photos that illustrate how to make a rain garden a reality.
Jessica Damiano Newsday 14/06/2007
Describes how to handle storm water in numerous ways that are practical and aesthetically pleasing. Nearly 200 color photographs and 40 line drawings leave little guesswork about how to create your own rain garden.
Joel M. Lerner Washington Post 04/08/2007
An intelligent, urbane, visually compelling campaign for nothing less than the reformation of our built landscapes, all with a mind toward preservation and the natural flow of what may be our most critical resource: water.
Felicia Parsons Northern Gardener 01/09/2007
Despite the monsoon conditions in Ireland and the U.K., I found myself enjoying the rain when I read this book, imagining all the delightful ways in which design can be used to play with rainfall.
Erik van Lennep Cultivate.ie 01/09/2007
Present[s] plausible methods to capture, channel, divert, and take advantage of the precipitation that falls in our yards.
John Bagnasco Garden Compass 01/11/2007
Well-illustrated with color photographs and plans, this volume surveys the many creative and effective solutions ... of capturing and using rainwater as part of a building's design. ... Among those who will find the ideas of interest are landscape architects, architects, gardeners, and residential homeowners.
Book News 01/11/2007
Makes fascinating reading for gardeners, builders and environmentalists alike ... extremely thought-provoking and throws up plenty of new ideas ... well researched and full of pictures bringing new concepts of rainwater gardens vividly to life. A brilliant book.
Angela Youngman MonstersAndCritics.com 14/12/2007
An outstanding book ... plenty of photos and diagrams, many ideas for water management, and detailed plant lists.
Garden Solutions 01/02/2008
I love this book! ... Kudos to Nigel and Andy for creating such a detailed and comprehensive guide. ... The personal observations of the writers' experience as designers themselves and fathers of young children regarding the importance of designing secure but fun interactive water design is refreshing.
Linda S. Velazquez GreenRoofs.com 29/01/2008
Every bit as appealing as its title, Rain Gardens tells us what to do as we find ourselves in a built environment where much of the earth is paved over and our supply of cheap water is diminishing. An educational, practical, timely, and inspiring book.
Katherine Cook Pacific Horticulture 01/07/2008
