BOOK: Gardens by the Sea

Gardens by the Sea

– A book about creating beautiful, resilient gardens in the coastal landscape

How do you create a garden that not only survives but thrives in the coast's windy and challenging environment? Gardens by the Sea is an inspiring and practical guide for anyone living close to the sea—year-round or during the summer months.

The book is written by garden designer Helle Troelsen, who runs the studio Troensehaven on Tåsinge. Helle has many years of experience designing gardens in harmony with nature—working for private clients, businesses and public institutions. She is also known for her communication through books, lectures and courses and has previously published the book The Garden in Troense.

In Gardens by the Sea she shares her extensive knowledge and passion for coastal gardens—based on experience, aesthetics and an understanding of nature. You'll get insight into:

• the specific conditions of Denmark's coastal zones

• plant selection and design principles

• functional and attractive materials

• people's experiences from real coastal gardens

• ways to create a connection between house, garden and nature

Through portraits of gardens along the North Sea, straits, belts and fjords, you learn how to work with—not against—the wind, the soil and the proximity of the sea.

Gardens by the Sea is a book for anyone who loves both nature and garden design—and who wants to create a garden that blends into the landscape.