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Laying out grounds... may be considered as a liberal art, in some

Laying out grounds… may be considered as a liberal art, in some sort like poetry and painting…. it is to assist Nature in moving the affections… the affections of those who have the deepest perception of the beauty of Nature… – William Wordsworth, letter to George Beaumont, 1805 October 17th [Author trivia:

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Essential advice for the gardener: grow peas of mind, lettuce be thankful, squash selfishness, turnip to help thy neighbor, and always make thyme for loved ones. – Author Unknown

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In gardens, beauty is a by-product. The main business is sex and death. – Sam Llewelyn

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