Archaic Greek Artistry: Outdoor Statuary

Up right up until the Archaic Greeks introduced the first freestanding statuary, a remarkable success, carvings had mostly been accomplished in walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. The kouroi, viewed by the Greeks to symbo

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The Basics of Herbaceous Garden Plants

An Overview of Containers Gardening & Herbaceous Plants. You will receive immediate gratification when you grow herbs in the garden as they can be employed in cooking sauces, soups, marinades and a range of other recipes. Though you may presume you have to get out and prune regularly with an herb garden this is not true, but even better you can kee

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Caring For Outdoor Garden Fountains

A very important first step is to consider the proportions of the outdoor wall fountain with regards to the space you have available for it. In order to hold up its total weight, a solid wall is required. Note that small areas or walls will require a lightweight fountain. In order for the fountain to have electrical power, a nearby electrical outle

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The Basics of Herbaceous Garden Plants

An Overview of Containers Gardening & Herbaceous Plants. You will receive immediate gratification when you grow herbs in the garden as they can be employed in cooking sauces, soups, marinades and a range of other recipes. Though you may presume you have to get out and prune regularly with an herb garden this is not true, but even better you can kee

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The Myriad Designs of Wall Fountains

Small patios or courtyards are an ideal place to install wall fountains because they add style to an area with little space. Whatever design of outdoor wall fountain you are searching for whether it be traditional, contemporary, classic, or Asian you will certainly find the one you like best. While there are innumerable prefabricated ones on the ma

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