Courtyard garden styles – Courtyards are found all over the world, and certainly formed the basis for gardens from very early times. The heart of a Roman house, the central open courtyard or atrium, had an enclosed hortus off it; both turned their backs on the often harsh environment outside. Continue Reading
Benefits Of Trees In Urban Areas – The multiple benefits of trees in urban areas may have been forgotten, but they are essential in ensuring a high quality of life. Benefits of trees in urban areas can be classified in four main categories: ecological, aesthetic, social and economic. Continue Reading
Brick paving is a wonderful material, with a character all of its own. In the past only a limited range of bricks were durable enough for paving, but today there is a welcome revival in the use of brick, and special clay ‘paviors’ are now available the same size as bricks, which are suitable not only for terraces but also for drives and other heavy wear areas outside. Continue Reading
Garden Fences And Fence Styles – Garden fences provide various degrees of privacy and architectural interest, but they may also cut off light and breezes. Select a fence style that will satisfy your needs: a louvre or trellis will let in breezes; a panel or vertical-board fence will offer privacy. Or combine two styles: for example, a solid one below with an open style above. Continue Reading
Choose A Style For Your Garden – The first thing you need to do before making any purchases is to decide what style or theme is right for you, formal, informal , casual, rustic, southwestern, Japanese, there are so many possibilities. Continue Reading
Have you always wanted to have a beautiful front and backyard but know that you do not have a green thumb and do not bother trying? Have you considered calling someone to help with a landscape design? Continue Reading
