Scottish gardens; being a representative selection of different types, old and new (1908)
Maxwell, Sir Herbert Eustace, bart., 1845-, Wilson, Mary G. W., illus · London, E. Arnold · leaf 249
ngs, seemingto dread detection and expulsion, yet giving one thesame agreeable thrill that is conveyed by a nodof recognition in a crowded assembly of strangers. Where the masonry ceases, clipped yew hedgesbegin—hundreds of yards of them, with far-spread,intricate designs in clipped box. Altogether… … BALCARRES. BALCARKES and measures 125 feet round the circumference ofits branches. An inspiring point of brilliancywas furnished by the finest clump of Adonis vernalisI ever saw, whereon were blazing between thirtyand forty satellites to the glorious May sun, testify-ing to what soil and climate in…
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