Dark shades for a thrilling gothic garden

The central theme of gothic gardens is dark. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)
Gardening has seen many trends in the past 200 years. Many reflect societal shifts, technological advances and ever-evolving aesthetic changes. The early 19th century highlighted the Victorian age, when many landscape designs used bedding plants placed in complex patterns. They were a display of status and wealth, especially in gardens that featured exotic plants. Inspired by the Romantic…

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