Domestic Garden Collection (page 4)

Wooden post secured in ground by metal support in preparation for larchlap fence

Example of larch lap panelled fencing with trellis

Small garden with portable barbecue standing on a patio surrounded by pot plants

A pergola over a patio area with scented climbers, two wooden garden seats and plant pots

Using aerator on a lawn

Person digging hole with trowel in bed of cacti and succulents

Pond mould being filled up with water through a hose pipe

Collecting lily bulbils from leaf axils of stems, close-up

Hole cut into grass turf with crocus bulbs being pressed into soil, high angle view

Man tying plant to bamboo stick in soil

Tying stem of plant to bamboo stick just below buds

Cutting down clumps of daffodills with yellowed leaves, using shears, close-up

Man tying young plant to bamboo stick in soil

Garden fork pushed into soil to make holes for small bulbs, close-up

Colourful garden border including clematis, marigold, fuchsia, geranium

Mans hand placing mole trap in the ground

Hand placing piece of turf on top of daffodil bulb, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Hand holding piece of turf above daffodil bulb in hole in the ground, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Making a hole for a daffodil bulb using a bulb planter, further daffodil bulbs scattered nearby in the grass, close-up

Emptying bricks from wheelbarrow onto soil, in a domestic garden, close-up

Man holding plant and using trowel to dig hole in ground in rock garden

Man easing roots of Campanula into crevice of dry stone scree bed using metal widger

Fish in clear plastic bag, being held in water until temperature in bag matches that of the pond (transporting fish)

Pond in a garden

Dead-heading a large-flowered bush rose (hybrid tea rose), cutting back stems bearing faded flowers to an outward-facing bud or fully formed shoot, wearing protective gloves, close-up

Pots filled with saxifrages, primulas, arum lilies and miniature rhododendrons, on a table in a shaded patio, ornate metal chair nearby

Spreading cement mix over set mortar in a canal (building a canal in a garden), close-up

Hands planting marigolds in a border, high angle view

Paving stones surrounding garden border of Alchemilla mollis (Ladys mantle), high angle view

Man using secateurs to prune damaged or diseased Viburnam stems

Man using foot to firm soil around base of Viburnam

Man adjusting planting depth for Viburnam above hole

Man using spade to backfill soil around Viburnam in hole

Man using garden fork to spreda soil in hole

Man easing young Viburnam from plant pot

Using a flameweeder to remove weeds in the gaps between paving stones, close-up

Example of how weeds can be suppressed by using mulch

Man using spade to dig out soil for second trench

Brick edging, close-up - Tatton Park, , 2011

Man using fork to aerating garden lawn, close-up

Small common earthworm on trowel dug into soil

Scarifying garden lawn to remove moss using leaf rake

Young Ficus (Fig) tree in terracotta plant pot in garden set against bamboo fence

Woman using secateurs to remove dead leaf from Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea), close-up

Man watering lawn using metal watering can to water lawn in garden

Herbs and vegetables in pots arranged in a garden area

Using a trowel to plant through a horticultural membrane, close-up

Cutting lawn with a half-moon edger along a marked white line, close-up

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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Domestic Gardens: A Journey Through History and Nature" Step into a world where history intertwines with nature, as we delve into the enchanting realm of domestic gardens. Our journey begins in Underground Golders Green, London, where public transport leads us to a hidden gem from the 1900s. A captivating color engraving reveals the splendor of this era, showcasing a wheelbarrow brimming with ice-cold drinks in bottles and cans – a refreshing sight for weary travelers. Moving forward through time, a digital illustration captures wooden pegs meticulously gauging depth for an exquisite patio amidst excavated soil. This multigeneration family stands proudly beside their car outside their charming house, embodying the joyous spirit that permeates these verdant spaces. As we immerse ourselves further into this world, an illustration guides us on how to mark fixing holes in fence spurs and wood posts using a trusty claw hammer. Such attention to detail ensures that every aspect of these gardens is crafted with love and care. Drawing inspiration from renowned artworks, Giuseppe de Nittis' "Breakfast in the Garden" beckons us back to 1883. The oil on canvas masterpiece transports us to an idyllic scene filled with warmth and tranquility. Similarly, Camille Pissarro's "Garden of les Mathurins at Pontoise" captivates our senses with its vibrant depiction of nature's beauty. Our exploration takes an artistic turn as we encounter details from paintings such as "Breakfast in the Garden, " revealing intricate fountains adorned by graceful birds – reminders that even within these man-made havens, nature thrives harmoniously. From ancient frescoes depicting gardens teeming with life found within Pompeii's House of the Golden Bracelet to senior women passionately digging amidst Lombardy's Como district – each snapshot showcases humanity's enduring connection to cultivating the earth.