THE ROSE GARDEN. 49 



the Roses were pruned. Although they cover it entirely, we have thought it 

 desirable to omit them, in order that the construction of the frame- work might be 

 clearly seen. The temple, to which there are four entrances, has at its circum- 

 ference twelve gothic arches, the outer standards of which are seven feet three 

 inches high, and six feet three inches apart. There are other iron supports be- 

 tween the outer standards and the centre one : the latter, which is placed on the 

 top of the mound, stands ten feet clear of the ground. In the outer ranges of beds 

 are planted a Standard and Dwarf Rose alternately. The diameter of the first 

 circle is twenty-six feet, that of the whole, forty-eight feet. 



When in the temple, looking down the walks, we see three rustic figures, 

 modelled in lead, and mounted on pedestals, which vary and add to the beauty of 

 the design. The fourth figure, which would seem required, to give grace and 

 uniformity to the scene, is wanting, a brook running on one side of the circle occu- 

 pying the ground where it should have place. A hedge of Scotch Roses is planted 

 round the outside, over which we look upon an extensive lawn, with Pinuses and 

 various plants shewing in the distance. Forming a part of the Shrubbery, we may 

 suppose it is not entirely free from trees, but it lies open on one side ; and to 

 this, united with skilful management, may be attributed the healthy and vigorous 

 condition of the plants. 



The space allotted to this branch of the work is already filled, which we regret, 

 as there are many other Rose Gardens well worthy of notice. 



One more we must just glance at, which is known as Rosenthal, and is the 

 property of A. Rowland, Esq., situate at Lewisham, in Kent. The principal fea- 

 tures in this garden are an arched Rose-walk, and a Temple of Roses. Water is 

 introduced here, which, although not on an extensive scale, creates variety, and 

 imparts freshness and animation to the scene. There is a garden of about two 

 acres, planted with the French, Provence, and Perpetual Roses. 



(Div. I.) 



