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.

Methods, Growth, Lawns, Ground cover plants

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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.

Innovations

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Porches, decks & terraces

Article Abstract:

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.

Design and construction, Decks (Architecture, Domestic), Decks (Architecture), Porches

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