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The Art of Gardening - June 2006

Zen Gardens

June 29th 2006 03:09
The Art of Zen: Japanese Rock Gardens

I love this stuff. From a year spent in Japan, the art of the Japanese rock garden, in all its tradition and symbolism, rythm and perspective, interests me no end


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Capability Brown

June 28th 2006 10:29
Historic Gardeners: Capability Brown

Who is this guy? Well... Lancelot Brown (1716-1783), otherwise known as 'Capability Brown' (one can assume him to capable), is considered to be England's greatest gardener. He designed over 170 parks, many of which still remain important legacies in the English Landscape school of design, which was to gain popularity particularly in the 19th Century. Notable works include Blanheim Palace, Kew Gardens, Warwick Castle, Bowood House, and Milton Abbey

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Indoor Plants and Gardening

June 14th 2006 00:44
Landscapes on the Inside

On the theme of the previous article, which looked at container gardening for those of us who haven't more than a balcony as our outdoor area, this article will take container gardening one step further, by exploring options of houseplants. Once again, thanks to about gardening
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Container Gardens

June 13th 2006 00:13
The Garden in a Pot

Many of us live in city apartments, and units, with not much avaliable space for even a small garden, let alone a front garden and lawn. But it doesn't have to be all concrete and gloom, with a little ingenuity, container gardens can transform your living space and outdoor balcony into flourishing beauty


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Hanging Gardens of Baylon

June 12th 2006 06:17
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

16th Century Depiction (wikipedia)
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon (otherwise known as the Hanging Gradens of Semiramis), and the walls of Babylon (present day Iraq) were considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. They were both reported to have been built by Nebuchadnezzar II around 600BC


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