When we first published this book we were delighted to receive many letters thanking us for publishing it because now a proper course could be taught on this subject. As a result, we have had hundreds of adoptions. Professor Giles is a practical man who has written a book that reflects his background as a landscape contractor who used this experience to orient this book to both the professional and the homeowner.

This new edition expands, adds illustrations, includes much more extensive drainage work and updates with many new products and materials, thus rounding off this book to cover the subject from design to construction in a multitude of subjects.