Lawns & groundcovers
Article Abstract:
Lawns provide space that turns into an extended room of a home because people like to spend time eating or playing on them. They are also a contrast to the landscape gardening that surrounds them. Aesthetically pleasing ground cover can provide low maintenance borders for the garden.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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Hillside gardens
Article Abstract:
A garden that has sloping ground is both a physical and environmental challenge. The angle of the garden adds a visual dimension, especially if paths are used to create a dramatic effect. There is concern, however, for proper drainage and dirt slides from heavy rainfall.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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Porches, decks & terraces
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Terraces, porches and decks provide choices in designs for structures that are used for seating areas or outdoor entertaining. Use rot-resistant wood such as West Coast redwood or East coast cedar. Native stone may be used to blend with the surroundings.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1993
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