From RHS Chelsea Flower Show to Your Back Garden
Rupert Keys shares more than 30 years of award winning landscaping expertise in his brand new book, The Garden DIY Book.
Built on decades of professional experience, award winning gardens and a passion for raising standards across the landscaping industry, The Garden DIY Book is the ultimate practical guide for anyone who wants to create a beautiful, long lasting garden with confidence.
Written by Rupert Keys, founder of Task Academy and one of the UK's most respected landscape construction specialists, this beautifully illustrated guide is packed with expert advice, practical techniques and step by step projects that make professional landscaping accessible to every homeowner.
Whether you're planning a complete garden transformation or simply looking to master new DIY skills, Rupert will guide you through the techniques that professionals use every day, helping you avoid costly mistakes and build a garden that will stand the test of time.
Pre order your copy today from Amazon, Waterstones and leading book retailers ahead of the official publication on 24 September.
Rupert's Story
We're incredibly proud to announce the publication of The Garden DIY Book, written by Task Academy founder Rupert Keys and published by the world renowned publisher Dorling Kindersley (DK).
Available to pre order now from Waterstones and Amazon and leading book retailers, The Garden DIY Book brings together more than three decades of professional landscaping knowledge, making it accessible to everyone who wants to create a beautiful garden with confidence.
If you've ever looked out at your garden and wondered where to start, or wished you had the confidence to tackle bigger landscaping projects yourself, Rupert Keys has written the book for you.
A Lifetime of Building Exceptional Gardens
Rupert is one of the UK's most respected landscape construction specialists.
Before founding Task Academy, Rupert spent more than 30 years running the award winning Keyscape Design and Construction business, creating beautiful gardens for clients across the country and building more than 50 award winning show gardens, including prestigious exhibits at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and BBC Gardeners' World Live.
Today, through Task Academy, Rupert continues to inspire and educate the next generation of landscaping professionals, helping to raise standards across the industry through practical, hands on training.
Now, with The Garden DIY Book, Rupert is sharing that same expertise with homeowners, making professional landscaping techniques easier than ever to understand.
A Personal Message from Rupert
"I've spent more than thirty years building gardens and training landscapers, and one question has followed me throughout my career, 'Could I do this myself?'
The answer is yes, provided you have the right guidance.
That's why I wrote The Garden DIY Book. I wanted to give homeowners the confidence to tackle projects properly, understand the techniques professionals use and create gardens they can be proud of for years to come.
Whether you're building your very first raised bed or embarking on a complete garden transformation, I hope this book gives you the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to enjoy every step of the journey.
There's something incredibly rewarding about standing back and admiring a garden you've created with your own hands. I hope this book helps you experience that feeling.
Rupert Keys"
Professional Knowledge Made Practical
Whether you're dreaming of a complete garden transformation or simply want to tackle your next weekend project with confidence, The Garden DIY Book is packed with clear, practical advice.
Inside you'll discover how to:
Build patios that stand the test of time.
Construct decking correctly.
Create beautiful raised beds.
Install pergolas and garden structures.
Improve drainage.
Build pathways and outdoor living spaces.
Complete smaller DIY projects with professional results.
With step by step photography, detailed illustrations and straightforward guidance, Rupert explains not just how to complete each project, but why professional landscapers work the way they do.
You'll learn techniques that normally take years of experience to master, helping you avoid costly mistakes and giving you the confidence to create outdoor spaces that are built to last.
More Than a DIY Guide
This isn't simply a collection of garden projects.
It's the culmination of decades spent solving real landscaping challenges, refining construction techniques and helping thousands of people build gardens that combine beauty, functionality and longevity.
Whether you're picking up a shovel for the first time or planning your biggest garden project yet, The Garden DIY Book will become a trusted companion that you'll return to time and time again.
Pre Order Your Copy Today
Published by Dorling Kindersley, The Garden DIY Book officially launches on 24 September.
You can pre order your copy today from Amazon, Waterstones and other leading book retailers to be among the first to receive Rupert's practical guide to creating beautiful, long lasting gardens.
Whether you're planning a complete garden transformation or simply want the confidence to tackle your next DIY project, The Garden DIY Book is packed with the professional knowledge, practical techniques and expert advice to help you achieve outstanding results.
Pre order your copy today and be ready to start creating the garden you've always dreamed of when the book is released on 24 September.
Take Your Skills Even Further with Task Academy
Reading The Garden DIY Book is just the beginning.
If Rupert's practical approach inspires you to take your landscaping knowledge further, why not learn directly from Rupert and the expert tutors at Task Academy?
Task Academy has become one of the UK's leading landscaping training providers, welcoming everyone from enthusiastic homeowners to professional landscapers looking to develop new skills or refine existing ones.
Our practical, hands on courses are designed to build confidence, improve workmanship and teach the techniques that professionals rely on every day. You'll learn in a supportive environment, guided by tutors with decades of real world experience and a genuine passion for sharing their knowledge.
Whether you're considering a career in landscaping, expanding your business, or simply want to gain the confidence to tackle bigger projects at home, Task Academy offers an unrivalled opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most respected educators.
Discover our range of landscaping courses and start your own journey with Task Academy today.
Professional Knowledge. Practical Skills. Beautiful Gardens.