Sure to delight fans of the great English gardener, this collection of chapters discusses cannas, dahlias, succulents, and various annuals and perennials. Written by gardeners and horticulturalists that include Mary Keen, Tom Cooper, and Andrew Lawson, the chapters are filled with design tips and particulars on the many types of plants that used to qualify as exotic but have now become ubiquitous in gardens. A guide to some favorites concludes the book. As is typical of Timber Press books, this is a beautifully illustrated volume, with many color photos of gardens, including Lloyd's famous garden in Great Dixter. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)