Considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, these gardens existed around BC and were a marvel of early human engineering with a series of glorious ascending tiered gardens containing a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and vines. There are artist depictions of the gardens that show the extended shrubbery and long vines that decorated the grand palace, although the exact location of the gardens has never been specifically defined.
Today, landscaping involves a long list of new features, technology, furniture, and more. From outdoor kitchens, televisions, gardens, and more, there is no limit to what one can do. In ancient times, however, landscaping was considered something left to the very wealthy. Before the lawn, there was the Department of Agriculture. In , the United States of Agriculture, working with the U.
S Golf Association, researched grasses suited for various climates and areas. Although this was mostly done for golf courses, the information was passed on and people began to consider their lawn. Landscaping in Italy during this time period grew from basic gardens to outdoor piazzas and elaborate villas.
Prevalence only grew and designs became more sophisticated and ornate. In the 17th century France, we have such high end landscaping examples as the gardens at Versailles and Vaux-le-Vicomte, designed by Andre le Notre. These two designs alone inspired a whole generation of 18th-century landscapers in England, including William Kent and Lancelot Capability Brown.
These men created multiple large parks, remodeled the grounds at Blenheim Palace, and incorporated architecture in order to work with and imitate nature. The Islamic gardens in the middle east were zones created for rest, reflection, and to serve as a reminder of paradise.
The idea of paradise revolved around water, fruit trees, flowers, and shade. Unlike many European gardens that were created for walking, these gardens were made for peaceful contemplation and sitting.
These gardens were also often enclosed in order to shut out the roughness of the surrounding land. Man made canopies and pavilions offered shade. Islamic gardens also featured ornate architecture that often showcased fractal geometry and domes. The gardens and landscaping of Asian countries have been well-documented and some well-preserved throughout the years.
In Japan, landscapes were typically influenced by the major religions of the day. This included Shintoism, Taoism, and Zen Buddhism.
Andrew Jackson Downing influenced the establishment of landscape architecture in the United States. He introduced the English concept of a romantic or naturalistic style landscape to America and went on to influence other notable designers, including Frederick Law Olmsted, considered by many to be the father of modern landscape architecture in America.
Our landscapes will continue to evolve and change as we incorporate technology and innovation into our gardens to address issues such as stormwater management, water conservation, local food and plant trends, and population growth.
Some of the elements influencing landscape design were briefly presented here because it is important to understand that history plays an important role in design decisions. If a house is built in a certain style, the surrounding landscape should respond to that. Multiple solutions and infinite design possibilities can be applied to create a beautiful, functional, environmentally beneficial landscape. Publication date: Feb.
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Appendix F. Keywords: Landscaping Landscape Design. Soils and Plant Nutrients 2. Composting 3. Botany 4. Insects 5. The practice of landscaping has been around for a long time. Right from the inception of agriculture, humans were aware of the importance of following natural patterns while growing crops and vegetation. The earliest traces of landscaping as we know it today are found in the remnants of the Mayan civilization.
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