Sunset ideas for Japanese gardens / by the editors of Sunset Books and Sunset magazine.

What is a Japanese garden? -- The stability of stone. -- The right way to use plants. -- Water creates some new dimensions. -- Paths and walks in your garden. -- Ways to enclose your garden. -- Structures and details. -- Plans to get you started. -- Special features: Five basic stone forms ; Growing plants in a rock ; How to choose a tree ; Color in the garden ; Bamboo in the garden ; How to grow your own moss ; Guide to plant use ; Ways to suggest water ; Materials for garden paths ; Stone path arrangements ; Four types of garden steps ; Using a standard fence frame ; Nine useful garden gates ; How to use gate hardware ; A Tsukubai arrangement ; Tips on using accessories ; Garden planning checklist.