As far back as the 14th century, the lush backyard of the contemporary Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo was called Tsubakiyama, or ...

To the untrained eye, the evergreens, rocks, pebbles, sand, ponds and waterfalls ... regional park in your backyard.” Water elements are a common feature in Japanese gardens.

From simple to large-scale, these serene ideas add so much curb appeal. Check out these 17 water features to transform your ...

Whether you're adding one to your patio, garden, or backyard ... it clean and well-maintained. If your backyard has sloped or uneven features, a waterfall is a great way to use that to your ...

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Lucky for you, we’ve got you covered with the best outdoor activities and things to do with friends in nature (even if that “nature” is in your backyard!). From the expected — say ...

Azalea Path isn’t just a garden—it’s a technicolor revelation that makes you question whether you’ve accidentally stepped ...

gardening expert Mike McGroarty of Mike’s Backyard Nursery has stated that using fertiliser on Japanese maples can be fatal for the plants and ought to be avoided. He said: “Garden fertilisers ...

Hannah Wallace If you need an escape from urban landscapes, seek out Zen-like tranquility at the Japanese Garden within Washington Park. The 12-acre Portland Japanese Garden is made up of eight ...

For nature-seekers, the more than 2 miles of hiking trails, along with the garden's five flowing waterfalls are both must-dos. Though the trail to the waterfalls requires some stamina, there is a ...