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MY GARDEN. 



again till I am satisfied, when the design is carried out by the 

 gardener under my directions. 



My garden presents a great variety of scenery compared with its 

 limited extent : two spots separated by a few feet present views which 

 differ widely. The true principle in the construction of a garden is 

 to obtain the utmost possible effect, by taking advantage of the leading 

 features of the landscape and the most striking natural objects. To 

 produce changing pictures much thought nnust be bestowed, but every- 

 one having an eye for the beautiful may utilize these points, and design 

 in his mind scenes which he can carry out with his hand, and ever 

 afterwards enjoy the contemplation of them. 



" But, ere we stir the yet unbroken ground, 

 The various course of seasons must be found ; 

 The weather, and the setting of the winds, 

 The culture suiting to the several kinds 

 Of seeds and plants, and what will thrive and rise. 

 And what the genius of the soil denies." — Dryden'S Georgics. 



Viqti. /^V.— Carshalton Church. 



