A vital young voice in the gardening scene teaches a new generation of Southerners to love gardening and to make it a focal point of their lifestyle. James teaches respect for the age-old rules of flower and vegetable gardening in the Deep South (for example, May is the time for pruning), in a fresh voice that resonates love of life and entertaining at home. Also included are delicious recipes for seasonal meals, as well as suggestions for floral arrangements and centrepieces. AUTHOR: James Farmer Designs was launched in 2005, a small design firm specializing in residential landscape design, floral design, and interiors. James's work has been featured in Traditional Home, Southern Living, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, and The Private Gardens of Georgia. SELLING POINTS: •Farmer is an active Tweeter, and has two blogs www.allthingsfarmer.com and www.jamesfarmer.com. •Farmer is a regular contributor for Southern Living Magazine. •A guide to take you from gardening to entertaining. ILLUSTRATIONS: 250 colour