{"id":8552,"date":"2016-05-09T13:51:54","date_gmt":"2016-05-09T13:51:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.classicinteriors.hu\/?p=8552"},"modified":"2019-03-16T13:53:15","modified_gmt":"2019-03-16T13:53:15","slug":"english-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.classicinteriors.hu\/?p=8552&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"English garden"},"content":{"rendered":"

When the garden is the subject of a conversation, somebody usually says that he\/she desires a typical English garden because it\u2019s beautiful. Indeed: English art of gardening is high-level, they can conjure a garden even from the smallest area. But what is a \u201etypical\u201d English garden? Just like anything else, it has an evolution either, differently formed gardens were thought to be nice in different ages.
\nKnot garden was the most fashionable type in the Tudor-era. Complicated patterns were created of low hedges crossing each other and it seemed they continued under the other one because of the way of cutting. They were usually placed under the windows of bedrooms, that way they were visible while looking out. The hedge was evergreen, so it was enjoyable in winter time also.
\nParterres contained flowers in the 17th century. They were symmetrically placed areas fenced off hedges with grassy or pebbly walkways between them. Colorful flowers popped up from green surroundings. Versailles had a great influence on its age. The long, staired waterfall was also an important element.
\nLancelot \u201eCapability\u201d Brown landscape architect was the major figure of the 18th century garden architecture. Wide grassy areas, planted huge trees, involving the surrounding scenery into the view and architectural focal points (pavilions, bridges, faux-ruins) were the main characteristics of his works. His style was fancied even in the first half of the 19th century.
\nOrangeries appeared in the Victorian times, they were status symbol because of the high costs of maintenance. Plant-hunters explored throughout the world for new exotic species (rhododendron, orchid, jasmine etc.). Flower beds had all the colors of the rainbow. Rock gardens and spectacular vegetable gardens came in fashion. People spent many time with caring their plants.
\nRecent and contemporary gardens are various. Probably herbaceous edges of lawns and cottage style gardens are the most widespread. The first one has to be planted in every year which allows trying out new species. Planting wildflowers beside roses are the main characteristics of cottage gardens, they can grow freely, only the pathways are settled. There is no empty area between the house and the garden. From the beginning of 20th century, many high-standard TV-series, famous flower shows and fairs and the Royal Horticultural Society help for the gardeners.
\nThese are only a taste of English gardens but maybe help to decide which one is appropriate for our home and lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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