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GARDEN HEARTS celebrates that most iconic of images, the ancient symbol of love. During professional tours of public and private gardens, the author/photographer has captured heart shapes in unusual settings. Reflecting the author's quirky, witty reputation, the book presents over 60 of his most striking images - found in plants, garden designs and features, and folk art - matching them with inspirational quotes and personal anecdotes. This gift book has great visual appeal, with strong, playful graphic elements, including line drawings and multiple typefaces.
About the author
Felder Rushing is a nationally prominent professional multimedia garden communicator renowned for his encouraging, pragmatic yet philosophical approach to gardening.
Widely respected for his off-beat wit and quirky persona, the down-to-earth horticulturist is author or co-author of 16 books, writes a twice weekly syndicated gardening column and hosts a popular NPR-affiliate radio program.
He has contributed to almost every major gardening magazine and numerous online sites, and often appears as a guest on TV and radio shows, including Martha Stewart in 2011. He delivers 80+ lectures a year, coast-to-coast and overseas.
His private garden has been featured in countless newspapers and magazine articles, including Southern Living, House and Garden, and the New York Times.
He is a recent past national director of the Garden Writers Association.
Summary
GARDEN HEARTS celebrates that most iconic of images, the ancient symbol of love. During professional tours of public and private gardens, the author/photographer has captured heart shapes in unusual settings. Reflecting the author's quirky, witty reputation, the book presents over 60 of his most striking images - found in plants, garden designs and features, and folk art - matching them with inspirational quotes and personal anecdotes. This gift book has great visual appeal, with strong, playful graphic elements, including line drawings and multiple typefaces.
