Craig Bergmann, Owner, and Russell Buvala, Head Gardener
“The Art of Fine Gardening: Craig Bergmann Landscape Design”
For more than four decades, Craig Bergmann has been recognized for seamlessly intertwining design, horticulture, and architecture—establishing a true dialogue between garden and architectural site. Revered as a plantsman, Bergmann layers his designs with vibrant blooms and richly textured foliage.
The Art of Fine Gardening features twenty gardens spanning Bergmann’s career, all located on Chicago’s North Shore. A special chapter is dedicated to Gardens at 900, the historic estate designed by architect David Adler, which Bergmann developed and reimagined as a series of lush private garden rooms. These spaces are defined by hedges, towering topiary, perennial borders, and classical figures and ornamentation.
Featuring stunning garden photography by noted photographer Scott Shigley and text written by Bergmann himself, the book describes each garden in his own voice—a voice of true experience—offering both personal anecdotes and practical tips for gardeners.
