This insightful book explores the relationship we have with gardens and with the act of gardening, considering in detail the psychological, social and health benefits.

Clive R. Hollin is Emeritus Professor at the University of Leicester, United Kingdom. He has published over 25 books, mainly on the topic of criminological psychology, and is now widening his portfolio.

Introduction 1. How Did Your Garden Grow? 2. Gardens for All 3. The Beauty of a Garden 4. Gardens for the People 5. The Psychology of the Gardener 6. Gardens as Therapy 7. Are Gardens Really Therapeutic? Concluding Thoughts