“ The Spirit of Stone is an elegant paean to the use of stone in the garden. Jan Johnsen explores the rich traditions in using stone by artists and craftsmen through the age, and provides helpful suggestions for today’s garden enthusiasts.” ~ Robert E. Grese,—Director, Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum;—Professor, University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment

"Jan Johnsen leaves no stone unturned in introducing readers to the wonderful world of masonry. Her marriage of hardscape and horticulture assures The Spirit of Stone rock-star status on your gardening bookshelf." ~ David Beaulieu, Landscaping expert for About.com

“Jan's great love for the art of gardening and enthusiasm for great stone work is apparent on every page. The Spirit of Stone is a great resource for inspiration in the garden.” ~ Devin Devine, stone artist, mason: Devine Escapes

“In the same loving and passionate spirit with which she brought garden and design lovers Heaven is a Garden, Jan Johnsen now brings us The Spirit of Stone. This book provides insights and photos of every possible way to use stone in your garden: as accents, as art, as walls, as drainage, as steps, with plants or for paths.”

~ Jim Peterson, Publisher, Garden Design magazine

“Celebrated garden author and landscape designer Jan Johnsen has distilled her sophisticated natural stone expertise into a clearly written, companionable guide to stone gardening success. I predict The Spirit of Stone will be treasured by beginners and garden experts alike.“ ~ Miriam Goldberger, author of Taming Wildflowers

“ The Spirit of Stone is an insightful look into the many ways of using natural stone in a garden. Jan's crisp descriptions and wonderful photographs open our eyes to the unique addition of this material – in all its forms – into landscapes.”
~ Bill Thomas, Executive Director, Chanticleer Garden, author of The Art of Gardening

“ Johnsen's intimate relationship with stone, honed over a long design career, shines through every page of this practical guide to using stone in residential gardens. Perhaps more importantly, she explains why this most elemental of materials creates a timeless sensuality that no other garden material can.”
~ Carolyn Mullet, designer; on Facebook: “Garden Design by Carolyn Mullet”

" The Spirit of Stone focuses in on the soulfulness, authenticity, beauty and practicality of stonework in an outdoor setting. …a delightful celebration of the versatility of this solid, durable natural element." ~ Fran Sorin, author of Digging Deep: Unearthing Your Creative Roots Through Gardening

"Celebrated garden author and landscape designer Jan Johnsen has distilled her sophisticated natural stone expertise into a clearly written, companionable guide to stone gardening success. I predict The Spirit of Stone will be treasured by beginners and garden experts alike." -Miriam Goldberger, author of Taming Wildflowers

"In the same loving and passionate spirit with which she brought garden and design lovers Heaven is a Garden, Jan Johnsen now brings us The Spirit of Stone. This book provides insights and photos of every possible way to use stone in your garden: as accents, as art, as walls, as drainage, as steps, with plants or for paths.” -Jim Peterson, Publisher, Garden Design

"Jan Johnsen leaves no stone unturned in introducing readers to the wonderful world of masonry. Her marriage of hardscape and horticulture assures The Spirit of Stone rock-star status on your gardening bookshelf." -David Beaulieu, Landscaping expert, About.com

"The Spirit of Stone is an insightful look into the many ways of using natural stone in a garden. Jan's crisp descriptions and wonderful photographs open our eyes to the unique addition of this material – in all its forms – into landscapes." -Bill Thomas, Executive Director, Chanticleer Garden, author of The Art of Gardening

"The Spirit of Stone is an elegant paean to the use of stone in the garden. Jan Johnsen explores the rich traditions in using stone by artists and craftsmen through the age, and provides helpful suggestions for today’s garden enthusiasts." -Robert E. Grese, Director, Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum; Professor, Universityof Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment

"Johnsen's intimate relationship with stone, honed over a long design career, shines through every page of this practical guide to using stone in residential gardens. Perhaps more importantly, she explains why this most elemental of materials creates a timeless sensuality that no other garden material can." -Carolyn Mullet, designer; Garden Design by Carolyn Mullet

"In The Spirit of Stone, Jan presents a richly photographed guide to the many creative ways that durable stone and gravel can be used in a garden." -Stephanie Rose

"If you weren’t already sold on incorporating stone into your garden, this book’s inspiring images and eloquent descriptions will convince you." -Pam Penick

"The Spirit of Stone focuses in on the soulfulness, authenticity, beauty and practicality of stonework in an outdoor setting. . . .a delightful celebration of the versatility of this solid, durable natural element." -Fran Sorin, author of Digging Deep: Unearthing Your Creative Roots Through Gardening

"Jan's great love for the art of gardening and enthusiasm for great stone work is apparent on every page. The Spirit of Stone is a great resource for inspiration in the garden." -Devin Devine, stone artist, mason: Devine Escapes

"Jan Johnsen successfully conveys the poetic qualities of stone through insightful observations, descriptive examples and, more importantly, with practical advice for novice and professional garden designers." -Richard Alomar, RLA, ASLA, Department of Landscape Architecture, Rutgers University

“Jan Johnsen successfully conveys the poetic qualities of stone through insightful observations, descriptive examples and, more importantly, with practical advice for novice and professional garden designers.”
Richard Alomar, RLA, ASLA, Department of Landscape Architecture, Rutgers University