French and English gardens
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France and England have had two very different gardening histories that tell us as much about psychology and philosophy as they do about horticulture. The School of Life explains.
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Gardens of Versailles - Virtual tour through the Gardens of Versailles (France) - Youtube
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Why are there so many types of apples?
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Additional references
Gardens of Versailles - Virtual tour through the Gardens of Versailles (France) - Youtube
The Persistence of Olmsted’s Influence - PBS
The 40-Year Garden: The Making of 1,976 Acres of Versailles - Curbed
Capability Brown, the Master of the English Garden - NYTimes
For centuries, gardens around the world have created vibrant green spaces. In addition to being reflections of the time, gardens have allowed us to see the beauty of nature and benefit from its uplifting effects.
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