A detailed compilation of plants that will inspire gardeners everywhere to consider plants they many never have thought about to create truly unique and different plantings. Plants will range from ground covers all the way up to shrubs and trees. Most gardeners and garden designers rely on a small range of well known plants, overlooking alternatives that can be more interesting, colorful, successful and that can differentiate a garden from all the rest. The Green Book introduces a range of reliable but interesting alternatives to the common plants generally used today. The book will be a welcome addition to any gardeners repertoire of plants – offering a refreshing alternative palate of plants that will invigorate the way we plant out our gardens.