http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/garden.xml Search our collection of over 460,000 articles and use them on your site, blog or newsletter. Have Articles? Submit them and get published on our site for free. en-us http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/garden PHP/ http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Italian-Water-Fountains--The-Roman-Fascination/659984 Water features are strongly associated to the Roman history in particular because water had a solid religious worth. This was not rare in the societies of the times as the early Greek scholars also sited much trust in water and water springs were improved into shrines to heroes and nymphs as well as their gods and goddesses. The Greeks understood that the capacity for a community to live comes from a sustainable source of good water and so the places where their water sprung from were heralded as a blessing. They also had the means to transport this wholesome water to other sites of interest via irrigation or aqueducts. The Greeks had written many fountains in their historical books, such as The Spring of Pirene at Corinth, which contained of many springs coming out of a white stone mural to Pegasus, with a basin at the bottom. In the same city, there was another fountain shrine to Neptune, which included a dolphin with water flowing from its mouth. Still today it is straight forward to identify how these first works have stimulated later and even modern fountains. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Italian-Water-Fountains--The-Roman-Fascination/659984 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Vatican-Private-Tours/659737 What is a trip to Rome without a visit to the grandiose Vatican City? If you plan a trip to Rome, you should not forget a visit to the marvelous Vatican City where you can see some of the world’s most renowned artwork, palaces, museums, and a private and serene garden that the popes use as a private mediation place. The major problem with visiting Vatican City are the long lines filled with other tourist that want a glimpse of what is hidden behind the ancient Medieval and Renaissance walls. All of the things to see behind the walls including the Vatican Museums, the Vatican Gardens, The Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Basilica often have very long lines with individuals wanting to embrace the culture and beauty that is behind the walls. You may believe you can find tickets online so your family can enjoy all the sights, however, for your information; these tickets are legitimate and will not be accepted at the entrance. However, you can enjoy a private tour of the Vatican without worrying about tickets or even the long lines waiting to purchase tickets to enter. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Vatican-Private-Tours/659737 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-your-hair-shine-silky-even-in-the-harsh-summer/659690 The sun is high in the sky and summer is boosting itself just draining away the beauty. So, it becomes important to take intense care about your skin and hair during this hot summer time. Through careful preparations you can take care of your hair just to enjoy the sun. You will love to go on long walks on the beach, roam in the garden, do swimming, spending the whole day in amusement parks but need to take care of your hair in these summer months. These activities are great for mind and body but are fatal for your skin and hair if special care is not taken care off. You need to take extra care during this summer time to make your hair look gorgeous. Usually, many people do not care for their hair and do not realise that the scorching sun will dry out the hair, and make it brittle and rough if proper care is not taken. Proper care and moisturiser is essential for your hair as humidity is required for your hair. Just refer to these tips for your healthy hair during these summer months, making them most enjoyable. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-your-hair-shine-silky-even-in-the-harsh-summer/659690 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Get-Perfect-Evening-Look/659653 If you don’t have the time, money or energy to plan and execute the perfect date, you’re not alone. The good news is you can set up a romantic evening in just a few minutes and without any cost. Use these easy ideas to turn any evening at home into a romantic rendezvous. You may be wearing the perfect outfit but if you're carrying the wrong purse, your total look is ruined. It may sound like an exaggeration but it isn't. You can always go for the classic evening bag—black, shiny, and small—and be done with it. It is a safe choice, although it's not always the right one. If your outfit is already black to begin with, you run the risk of looking boring. But why would you want that? You're on a night out to relax and have fun. Let your evening bag reflect the high spirits you're in. Before you can shop from the comfort of home, you do need to be sized. Go see an expert and have them take your measurements. Some formalwear boutiques will do this for no or a very small charge. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Get-Perfect-Evening-Look/659653 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Top-10-Things-To-Do-In-Bear-Lake-Utah/659462 If you are planning a trip to Bear Lake, Utah, no matter what the season may be, you won't have to worry about finding something for your or your family to do. Bear Lake is not only a beautiful rural, historical and recreational paradise shared by Idaho and Utah, it is also one of the largest natural lakes in the Western United States. Some call it the "Caribbean of the Rockies" due to its intense turquoise blue water. With 45 miles of paved road surrounding the lake, there is tons of pubic beach access and activities for all. So what are the top ten things one should consider doing while at Bear Lake? Here are some suggestions: 1. Snow Skiing - The skier in you will love Bear Lake Utah. With two wonderful ski resorts to choose from, Beaver Mountain Ski Resort in nearby Logan Canyon and Pine Creek Ski Resort outside of Cokeville, Wyoming - you won't run out of places to go and enjoy the snow at. Beaver Mountain is one of Utah's best-kept secrets. There are over 664 acres here to be skied upon. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Top-10-Things-To-Do-In-Bear-Lake-Utah/659462 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Home-Staging-Tips--What-Buyers-Need-to-See-from-the-Curb/659409 Increasing curb appeal does not always mean adding elements and sometimes necessitates removing them. Take pictures of your house and view them in color then black and white. Doing this helps to see things differently and spot problem areas. An element of home staging is creating curb appeal that makes a home stand out from the rest of the competition. Step 1 Tackle all of the cleaning projects first, then repairs, and lastly, accessories. In this way you won't end up working over problem areas and merely cover them up but will actually restore your home to the way it was meant to be. Step 2 Let's start at the street and walk in with our guests to see what they see. One of the first things that will catch the eye is a mailbox. If yours is shabby, fix it up. This can be done by simply getting a new one or by painting the old one, adding new house numbers, topping the post with a metal post cap or surrounding it with flowers. Step 3 If you're going for quaint, nothing does the trick better than a white picket fence. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Home-Staging-Tips--What-Buyers-Need-to-See-from-the-Curb/659409 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/English-Bulldogs--A-Famous-Breed/659330 If you mention an English Bulldog in conversation, most people will instantly know what the dog looks like. The English Bulldog, despite its negative reputation for its use in baiting bulls, is a highly adored breed of dog and its image is recognizable to people all over the world. It is a symbol of strength and virility. Great Britain, this type of bulldog's country of origin, uses the English (or British) Bulldog as their national symbol. The U.S. Marine Corps also utilizes the image of a bulldog as a mascot of sorts named Chesty. The chose the Bulldog because of its strong stature and stubborn nature. The Bulldog portrays the message, we will not be moved. Many schools in the United States and England proudly have an English Bulldog as the mascot for their football, basketball, baseball, and many other sports teams. In fact, the English Bulldog even plays a role in mascot history! The first live mascot ever to be used in the United States was Handsome Dan of Yale University. He was adored and revered by students and alumni alike. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/English-Bulldogs--A-Famous-Breed/659330 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-Your-Garden-a-Welcoming-Place-with-Garden-D--cor/659302 If you think you like your garden now you’ll like it even more when you make it your own. Beautiful flowering plants or even a vegetable garden can be made more beautiful with some small, beautifying elements. Garden décor is not just for those with large gardens or for the people next door. You can awaken your garden and make it a place that you and your family and friends love to be any time of the year! Garden décor allows for you to infuse your own personality into your outdoor space. While you may have chosen all of the plants that are there, there is nothing truly unique about them. Pour yourself into your garden with décor that will beautify your space. You can start with simple items such as stepping stones or even just a bit of lighting. When you start you’ll find that these simple elements really do bring the place alive. If you like the stepping stones you may want to think about other lawn ornaments. There are lawn ornaments of every shape and size. You may want to look at small animals or even statuettes of flowers. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Make-Your-Garden-a-Welcoming-Place-with-Garden-D--cor/659302 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dress-Your-Garden-up-with-Garden-Art/659299 Your garden can be your sanctuary, your place to get away from all of the stressors in your day to day life. A great way to make your garden your own personal sanctuary is to add something to it that will make it yours. Anyone can have flowers and fruits and vegetables, but you need to leave your mark! A great way to do this is with garden art. Garden art comes in many forms and you’ll have no trouble finding or even creating some pieces of your own. Not sure what garden art is and what it means to you? The term simply refers to anything that will dress your garden up and make it your own. Stepping stones, stakes, hanging panels, lighting, and more can all be considered art. Whenever you take your space and put your mark on it you change the whole space for the better. You make it yours with the simple addition of things that you like. You may not think that your space needs any personalizing, but once you start to make little changes you will see and feel it come alive; Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Dress-Your-Garden-up-with-Garden-Art/659299 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Landscape-Edging-----Defining-Your-Choices/659246 Landscape edging adds beauty and value to any landscape. Whether you are a professional landscaper or a beginner tackling your own home project, edging adds the polished look to make your landscape stand out from the rest. There are a various ways to utilize borders and edging in your landscape. You can use them to define walkways or paths. Separate the yard from the patio or section off a piece of your property to create a rock garden. There are various types of edging with their own different designs and constructed out of many different materials. Make sure you choose the landscape edging that is right for your project to ensure a satisfactory outcome. Are you thinking about constructing a raised garden? Raised gardens can be constructed quickly by using landscape borders. What about a sandbox for all the children in your family to enjoy for years to come? Sandboxes are another backyard addition that can be constructed easily using landscape borders. Most borders or edging are made from wood, metal, brick or plastic. Wood borders could be railroad ties, natural bamboo or a simple 2 by 4. Brick borders come in many different shapes, sizes and designs. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Landscape-Edging-----Defining-Your-Choices/659246