Garden History and Theory
Renaissance Gardens
Garden History
The Renaissance inspired a new gardening trend. Renaissance gardens were full of scenes from ancient mythology. Water was particularly symbolic, as it was associated with fertility and the abundance of nature. Read more »
Gardenesque
Garden History
The term gardenesque was introduced by John Claudius Loudon in the 19th Century to describe a naturalistic style of planting design. His concern was that the skill required for naturalistic planting design would not be recognised and people would think the planting was natural growth! Read more »
The English Landscape Tradition
Garden History
When choosing plants for your garden, you should consider prevailing site conditions. You will never get sun-loving plants to thrive in the shade, whatever you try! Other factors include soil type and exposure to wind and rain. A good nursery or garden designer will be able to advise you on appropriate plants for your garden. Read more »
