Animals and Outdoor Water Fountains

Animals and Outdoor Water Fountains Think about how your cat or dog may react to a water feature before you get one. A pet dog or cat could think that a stand-alone fountain is a big pool or a drinking pond. Integrating a fountain to your property is a great idea, one which is certain to benefit your pets. You should take into account the fact that birds may think they have found a new place to bathe when they see your fountain so think carefully where you put it. Putting a birdbath in your yard is the ideal solution if you want to attract birds. To prevent this, however, installing a wall water fountain inside your home is a great alternative. Animals Outdoor Water Fountains 318765302792711.jpg

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These sorts of fountains are ideal for dental and medical offices, not to mention grand estates.

The Effect of the Norman Invasion on Anglo-Saxon Gardens

The Effect of the Norman Invasion on Anglo-Saxon Gardens The advent of the Normans in the latter half of the 11th century considerably transformed The Anglo-Saxon ways of living. Architecture and gardening were abilities that the Normans excelled in, trumping that of the Anglo-Saxons at the time of the occupation. But the Normans had to pacify the whole territory before they could concentrate on home life, domestic architecture, and decoration. Because of this, castles were cruder structures than monasteries: Monasteries were frequently significant stone buildings set in the biggest and most fertile valleys, while castles were constructed on windy crests where their citizens dedicated time and space to projects for offense and defense. Tranquil pastimes such as gardening were out of place in these destitute citadels. The early Anglo-Norman style of architecture is portrayed in Berkeley Castle, which is perhaps the most unscathed illustration we have. It is said that the keep was created during William the Conqueror's time. A significant terrace serves as a deterrent to intruders who would attempt to mine the walls of the building. On one of these parapets is a picturesque bowling green covered in grass and enclosed by an aged hedge of yew that has been shaped into coarse battlements.