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This engaging guide to exceptional gardens in the Mid-Atlantic States-New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware-conveys the charm and allure of more than a hundred delightful destinations, including intimate cottage gardens, peaceful woodland sanctuaries, and classic formal gardens on a grand scale. Authors Marina Harrison and Lucy D. Rosenfeld take you through the garden gate and show you the features that make each garden a treasure. Every gardenwalk write-up includes practical information that serves as a trip-planning tool, whether for a weeklong vacation or an afternoon stroll. Also included are essays on garden styles and an extensive cross-reference to help you choose a gardenwalk by garden style or tradition. You will discover: "Eccentric, personal gardens "Landscapes of traditional formal elegance "Nature and wildflower preserves "Sculpture gardens "Conservatories and indoor gardens "Specialty and theme gardens, such as a lilac garden "Gardens in exceptional settings "Intriguing private gardens that are open to visitorsRosenfeld, Lucy D. is the author of 'Gardenwalks In The Mid-atlantic States Beautiful Gardens From New York To Washington, D.c.', published 2005 under ISBN 9780762736690 and ISBN 0762736690.
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