Domestic Garden Collection (page 6)

Using trowel to dig over dry soil

Using hose to fill small home made pond with water

Spade in deep hole dug for small pond

Man using plate compactor

Man pushing shovel into soil with his foot, near the edge of a brick path, close-up

Man using spade to remove turf and soil, close-up

Person painting arbour in garden, close-up

Shed and water butt in allotment

Pouring gravel over permeable membrane to form base of a herb path

Using mallet and spirit level to position a paving slab, close-up

Woman holding spirit level over black plastic pond reservoir in garden, close-up

Woman holding black plastic lid over water pump and pond reservoir in garden

Lavandula (Lavender), shrub with purple flowers growing in garden with wooden bench

Wearing gardening gloves to prune rose stem using secateurs

Lavandula (lavender), pruned shrub in garden with wooden bench

Using shears to prune hedge

Cutting Buxus (box hedge) using pruning shears

Man forking soil in garden next to plastic bucket, close-up

Woman removing small purple Celosia (Cockscomb) plant from plastic plant pot, close-up

Hands holding weeds and gardening fork, wearing gardening gloves, close-up

Hand sprinkling fertiliser over soil, close-up

Man using garden hose on paving stones, low section

Using secateurs to prune holly, close-up

Watering new plants in shady corner of garden

Clipping flowerheads off lavender stems, using secateurs

Woman using spade to remove grit from wheelbarrow

Using secateurs to remove young branches from a tree, close-up

Driving a stake in to the ground with a mallet, close-up

Removing old roots from soil, close-up

Shovelling grit from a wheelbarrow

Pinch-pruning a Daphne plant, close-up

Three green plastic compost bins by wall

Green plastic compost tumbler bin, close-up

Woman turning green plastic compost tumbler bin, side view

Green plastic compost bin, with lid

Wooden compost bin, block of biodegradable waste and green plastic compost bin

Wooden compost bin in garden

Wooden compost bin and garden spade

Water butt

Using secateurs to prune dead branches from herbaceous bush, close-up

Woman turning over topsoil using spade

Covering newly prepared soil with polythene sheeting, close-up

Watering stems of climbing plant with watering can, close-up

Digging in organic matter beside a wooden fence, using a fork

Man tying side shoots of Prunus (Plum) tree to wire support against garden fence

Womans hands arranging Viburnum and Verbenas in a flower pot, close-up

Tying twine around canes to support a perennial plant, close-up

Using secatuers to prune lavender

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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.