Wholesale A Guide to Medieval Gardens: Gardens in the Age of Chivalry

Medieval gardens usually receive few pages in garden history books, often perceived as small corners of castles. Recent research shows they were larger than believed. This book offers previously unavailable information and pictures, covering the theory and practice of medieval horticulture. Many features of later gardens were present in medieval ones. The number of plants was limited, yet comparable to modern gardens. Medieval gardens were rich in meaning; their symbolism added depth often lacking in modern gardens. This book appeals to those unfamiliar with medieval gardens and those with more knowledge. It includes extensive research by the author for the medieval gardens at Prebendal Manor, Nassington, Northamptonshire. The author utilized unused sources and shared practical experiences of medieval gardening methods, some successful, others not.