Book DescriptionFrom delicate early 20th century full-color photographs culled from National Geographic?s Autochrome collection of glass plates to modern shots taken by acclaimed landscape photographer Sam Abell, Gardens captures the beauty of flora, and the creativity and dedication of gardeners through the years. Presenting gorgeous landscapes from far-off places to some of America?s most beautiful backyards, Gardens is the ultimate tribute to this past century?s finest and most fascinating gardens.