Daily Archives: February 5, 2021

It Takes More Than Plants To Make A Garden

Posted on February 5, 2021 by nathanalbright

Although I am by no means someone whose skill with plants is particularly great–and I come by that honestly, I must admit–I have long been fascinated by gardens. Among the first gardens I can remember seeing is the very practical … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The English Garden Tour

Posted on February 5, 2021 by nathanalbright

The English Garden Tour: A View Into The Past, by Mavis Batey & David Lambert This is exactly what you want a book about gardens to be, if you are fond of visiting them and reading about them and putting … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Garden Lover’s Guide To Italy

Posted on February 5, 2021 by nathanalbright

The Garden Lover’s Guide To Italy, by Penelope Hobhouse Gardens are funny artifacts of history. Italy is one of the more notable places in the history of gardens, and yet many Italian gardens have sought to mimic, for prestige reasons, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Garden Tourist

Posted on February 5, 2021 by nathanalbright

The Garden Tourist: A Guide To Garden Tours, Garden Days, Shows And Special Events, edited by Lois G. Rosenfeld If you are reading a book like this one, it is probably true that you are like me, someone who enjoys … Continue reading →

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