Anglo Saxon Landscapes During the Norman Conquest

Anglo Saxon Landscapes During the Norman Conquest The arrival of the Normans in the second half of the 11th century irreparably altered The Anglo-Saxon lifestyle. Architecture and gardening were attributes that the Normans excelled in, trumping that of the Anglo-Saxons at the time of the occupation. However, there was no time for home life, domesticated design, and adornment until the Normans had overcome the whole realm. Because of this, castles were cruder buildings than monasteries: Monasteries were often important stone buildings located in the biggest and most fecund valleys, while castles were constructed on windy crests where their citizens devoted time and space to projects for offense and defense. The sterile fortresses did not provide for the peaceful avocation of horticulture. The early Anglo-Norman style of architecture is portrayed in Berkeley Castle, which is most likely the most unscathed sample we have. It is said that the keep was introduced during William the Conqueror's time. As a technique of deterring assailants from tunneling under the walls, an immense terrace surrounds the building. One of these terraces, a charming bowling green, is covered grass and flanked by an ancient yew hedge trimmed into the figure of crude battlements.

The Basics of Herbaceous Garden Plants

The Basics of Herbaceous Garden Plants Some gardeners are enticed to natural herbs which can easily be raised indoors and out and are perfect in a wide array of cooking methods. They are effortless to grow indoors or out, and offer instantaneous gratification when used in marinades, various recipes, sauces and soups. An herb garden is easily maintained with minimum daily care, and planter gardens and potted herbs can be easily moved inside once autumn frosts begin, making it possible to maintain an herb garden all year long. If you are thinking of adding perennial herbs to your back garden, you are making a good choice because they do not die easily or need replanting after every year goes by. Give consideration to the varieties of flavors you prefer cooking with (and eating)when selecting herbs for your garden. It is important to plant herbs that you will use. If you love to cook Latin food, you will undoubtedly use cilantro. If you like Italian food, you should decide to plant basil, oregano, and thyme. You must determine where your herb garden will be placed in order to figure out which herbs will grow best. Basics Herbaceous Garden Plants 92953076.jpg

Basics Herbaceous Garden Plants 92953076.jpg

If you live in a mild climate it may be better to plant right into the ground due to the warmer winter seasons and cool summer seasons. This makes your back yard look stunning without the problem of making or buying planters. Plants often expire or become inactive because of exposure to the extreme weather. As a result, many people have preferred for planters because they are convenient and practical.