70 GARDENS : THEIR FORM AND DESIGN 



a very charming finish ; and these wooden rails, not far 

 from the ground, would be a support to clematis and 

 other climbers. The beds being much raised towards the 

 centre, all tall flowers would show well above the low 

 fence. We cannot all have carefully carved figures in 

 our gardens, but where height is wanted, a simple erection 

 bearing a crest or device upon it is practical. In making 

 it, sufficient height is the important consideration. 



In England, whether it be from dread of sweeping 



gales or from inborn 

 insular shyness of doing 

 anything especially no- 

 ticeable or remarkable, 

 we err somewhat in the 

 proportions of our gar- 

 den architecture. We 

 design arches, pergolas, 

 and entrances that are 

 too squat. The French 

 are much more spirited, for an archway with them is really 

 important, a trellis or treillage feature is always tall. 



This same advice as to height is exemplified in Fig. 56 

 and Fig. 57. Both are simple of construction, and if put 

 in happy surroundings will help to break up space, and, 

 further, they will give interest by creating mystery and 

 seclusion. When we see a circle of archways we at once 

 wonder what they surround. We are led to look at the 

 sundial or water-fountain that stands within. Guided by 

 curiosity, we then explore farther, and find perhaps a 

 beautiful herbaceous border, with an ornamental trellis 

 fence, like Fig. 57, as background. Where it is impor- 

 tant to have an effective treillage arch, with autumnal 

 colour effects, plant ampelopsis and ivy upon it. The 

 round windows of Fig. 56 would thus make good frames 

 through which to look at a garden beyond. 



FIG. 56. 



