` The rollicking adventures of an English garden designer in Provence` Independent ` Escapist reading-magic` The Times Alex Dingwall-Main left London with his wife & dog nine years ago for the Luberon region of the South of France. A landscape gardener of international renown he was in search of a challenge
- a new climate, a new way of gardening & a new way of life. This is his account of gardening his way round Provence, & in particular, of attempting to restore the secret garden of M-nerbes. Situated high on the plains of the Luberon region, M-nerbes is a famously beautiful village
- but this garden had long been forgotten. It trailed down over seven levels, thick with brambles & hornets` nests, almond blossom & ancient fig trees. It was an archetypal Proven-al garden & for one whole year it dominated Alex Dingwall-Main`s life. From distant dreams came growth & disasters, but ultimately, the garden is reclaimed. From truffle dealers to local mayors, film star neighbours to JCB drivers & olive-tree farmers, Alex takes us on a guided tour of an extraordinary area. Published in hardback with serialisation in The Times & major review & feature coverage, this is the enticing paperback edition of a beautifully written book on plants, people & life. Evocative & inspiring, The Luberon Garden will take you on an unforgettable journey.