Domestic Garden Collection (page 5)

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

Shaped lawn with bark edging, steps and perennial borders

A wooden chair and small table under a bay tree in a garden

Hand holding freshly picked bunch of orange, red and white Daucus carota (Carrots)

Using mower to remove uncultivated flora in overgrown garden

Man compacting dry soil using feet, close-up

Man using sand spreader on newly laid astroturf in garden

Hand wearing protective gardening glove loosening soil with fork and wearing protective glove to remove Urtica dioica (Stinging Nettle)

Man using soil compacter to flatten ground in garden near shed

Preparing lawn area with pick axe, close-up

Teasing out fibrous roots from base of Coriandrum sativum (Coriander) plant

High angle view of lawn with stepping stones laid across the turf

Slate chippings at the edge of a lawn, close-up

Placing slate chippings around the edge of freshly laid turf, close-up

High angle view of freshly laid turf in a garden

Wall planters filled with flowers mounted on larch lap fence

High angle view of a garden, lawn surrounded by pot plants, garden shed and paved area

Winter compost bin in garden

Man kneeling in front of plant with large green leaves in soil and gravel in garden

Flowers in garden being watered with watering can, close-up

Gabions filled with stones on gravel in garden, close-up

Gravel seperated by stones with brick border in domestic garden

Using hand to sprinkle bark on top of soil in yellow container with courgette plant, closeup

Teenage girl removing Courgette plant from plastic bottle above soil in container

Man tying top of tepee branches in garden

Girl watering poppies in garden

Boy removing rhubarb leaf from imprint on modelling clay

Example of parterre planting, Buxus sempervirens (Boxwood)

Arranging pebbles around terracotta urn (making a water feature), close-up

Tipping compost from wheelbarrow, close-up

Gardeners tool box, close-up

Young tree tied to upright stake, close-up

Young tree tied to stake, close-up

Man planting seedlings in at edge of parterre, close-up

Person carefully removing Begonia from plant pot above hanging basket on table prepared with hole in compost for replanting

Glass cloche over cucumber seedling

Transplanting Arachniodes standishii plant, close-up

Tying white Gladiolus to bamboo support using string

Laying concrete in an area marked out with planks, cement being poured from wheelbarrow

Using long-handled edging shears to trim grass overhanging lawn edge

Cutting edge of a lawn, using a sharp half-moon edger and cutting along line of a plank

Using garden fork to scarify inside wall of hole in ground

Wooden post in off centre position in hole dug in ground

Overturned seedling in plant pot next to stacks of larger plant pot next to stacks pots

Water lilies floating on water in metal barrel in garden

Holding soil in hand above paper bag

Heap of dry soil on spade, close-up

Firming soil around base of a rose plant, 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.