General Architecture

Landscape Architecture: Introduction to Botany, Botanical Gardens


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American Society of Landscape Architects - San Diego Chapter http://www.asla-sandiego.org
Offering an events calendar, chapter news, links to local firms, and project profiles.

Association of Professional Landscape Designers http://www.apld.org/
Advancing landscape design as an independent profession and promoting the recognition of landscape designers.

Big Stones http://www.bigstones.com
Rob Roy describes modern megalithic creations and the people who are building stone circles today around the world.

Cart Cemetery http://www.putaendo.com
A sculpture park in Chile using old farm-carts as the theme. Artist Ricardo Vivar Lepe explains the concept and methods.

Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) http://www.clarb.org
A non-profit international association whose members are the 46 states and two Canadian provinces that license landscape architects.




East Anglian Branch of the Landscape Institute http://eabli.org.uk
Provides information on landscape architecture in East Anglia, landscape related activities and articles, EABLI events.

Enlibra Guide Index http://www.westgov.org/wga/initiatives/enlibra/resourceguide/index.htm
A web guide to environmental resources.

Europe Green Heritage http://www.cyberlandscape.com
Professionnal: associations, virtual galleries, on-line information about gardens and landscape.

European American Institute of International Education http://www.euramcenter.com
Working with the European Landscape Education Exchange, the center is making its grounds into an outdoor learning and living laboratory for design, preservation and horticulture.

European Landscape Architecture Network http://www.e-lan.org/
Informal network for landscape architecture professionals, educators, students and graduates.




European Landscape Architecture News http://www.elanews.com
French and English language information on landscape architecture and related issues. Includes listings of events and calls for tender.

Institute of Landscape Architects, Malaysia http://www.geocities.com/ilam_home/index.html
Information on Landscape Architecture in Malaysia: planning, design, implementation and management.

James Taylor Chair in Landscape and Liveable Environments http://www.sustainable-communities.agsci.ubc.ca/
Design and research projects re the problems spawned by un-sustainable urban growth, from the University of British Columbia.

Landscape Architecture http://www.LandscapeArchitecture.org
Important quotes from leading landscape architects, and directions for the future.

Landscape Architecture Guide - history, theory, jobs http://www.gardenvisit.com/landscape
Articles, links and discussion for landscape architects, planners and university students.

Landscape Architecture in Yorkshire http://www.liyorkshire.org.uk
The Yorkshire Branch of the Landscape Institute keeps members informed of news and events and promotes the profession in the region.

Landscape Direct http://www.landscapedirect.com
Directory of products and services for the landscape architect and the general public. Index broken down into categories and subcategories covering all areas of the landscaping industry.

Landscape Information Hub http://www.lih.gre.ac.uk
Articles, links and discussion for UK landscape architects, garden designers, planners, lecturers, and university students. Hosted by the University of Greenwich.

Landscape Institute http://www.l-i.org.uk/
The UK national organisation for landscape professionals concerned with enhancing and conserving the environment.

LdJ design http://home.bigblue.net.au/lisadejong/
this site displays the creative skills of the designer - Lisa de Jong, who is skilled in the areas of Landscape Architecture, Fashion Design, Dressmaking and Liturgical design.




LE:NOTRE Thematic Network in Landscape Education and Research in Europe http://www.le-notre.org/
LENOTRE Thematic Network Project for teachers of in Europe

MAP21 http://www.arbeer.demon.co.uk
An educational website on sustainable urban environmental issues, with case studies and tutorials.

Minnesota Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects http://www.masla.org
The local chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects that represents the landscape architecture profession.

North Carolina Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects http://www.ncasla.org
Gives information of its activities, including conferences, news, awards and opinion.

Principles of Landscape Design http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/BODY_MG086
Dewayne L. Ingram's illustrated introduction is Circular 536, University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service.

The American Society of Landscape Architects http://www.asla.org/
A national professional society that represents the landscape architecture profession. Searchable listing of firms, news, information on events and education, bookstore, magazine.

The World's Most Beautiful Landscapes http://www.lotf.com
Advice from Lotf on landscape design. Includes landscape construction techniques, examples of features, guides to plants, weeds and beneficial insects, and a climate zone map of North America.



Landscape Architecture Publications



Environmental Building News http://www.buildinggreen.com/
Periodical on environmentally responsible design and construction.

Garden History Reference Encyclopedia CD http://www.gardenvisit.com
A CD reference resoursce on garden history and landscape architecture with over 4,000 pages and over 3,000 illustrations.

Landscape Architecture Internet Resources http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/ENVI/lawww.html
A guide to landscape publications on the world wide web

Landscape Architecture Magazine http://www.asla.org/nonmembers/lam.cfm
A professional magazine dealing with current landscape architecture in America

Landscape Australia http://www.aila.org.au/landscapeaustralia/
Official journal of the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects

Landscape Design Trust http://www.landscape.co.uk/
Publishers of Greenspace and the Garden Design Journal.

Landscape Journal http://www.wisc.edu/wisconsinpress/journals/journals/lj.html
A scholarly journal published by the University of Wisconsin Press.

Studies in the History of Gardens & Landscapes http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/14601176.asp
Scholarly journal dealing with garden history.

Topos - european landscape magazine http://www.topos.de/
A magazine looking at avant garde landscape architecture in Europe




Garden History



Australian Garden History Society http://www.gardenhistorysociety.org.au/
Organisation of people with an interest in the various aspects of garden history - including horticulture, landscape design and architecture. Journal and garden events summary.

British Library: Lost Gardens http://www.collectbritain.co.uk/tours/lostgardens/
Illustrations from manuscripts and early printed books dig into the story of gardening. Includes games.

Canoe Plants of Ancient Hawaii http://www.canoeplants.com/
Guide to the plants carried by early Polynesian voyagers in their canoes - history and traditional uses for each of two dozen plants.

Dutch Gardens and Garden Architecture http://www.agralin.nl/speccol/intro.html
Information from the first chapter of a book on Dutch gardens.

Enchanted Gardens of the Renaissance http://www.bergerfoundation.ch/Jardin/index_english.html
A visual tour of three Renaissance Gardens and their relationship to the art of the period.

Environmental Aesthetics and Chinese Gardens http://dekart.f.bg.ac.yu/~dpajin/gardens/
On the theoretical basis behind the major standard features of Chinese gardens.

Fruits and Flowers of Winter http://sciweb.nybg.org/science2/Onlinexhibits/winterex.html
Archive of an exhibition with items from the Mertz Library’s rare books and archival materials. Includes orangeries, hothouses and botanical drawings.

Garden History Links http://www.magma.ca/%7Eevb/garden.html
History of gardening links from Edwinna von Baeyer's Web pages.

Garden History, Garden Tours and Garden Visit Guide http://www.gardenvisit.com
A guide to garden history, garden tours historic parks, 1000+ gardens and botanic collections open to the public in the UK, USA, Europe, America, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Greece, Japan, India, Australia, England, Ireland, Scotland.

Garden History  http://www.gardendigest.com/btgarh.htm
Garden history books of the 20th century




Gardening and Mythology http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/garden_adventures/27640
Mythological references to gardening subjects.

Gardening History Timeline - From Ancient Times to 1800 http://www.gardendigest.com/timegl.htm
Noteworthy Publications, Persons, and Events in the History of Gardening. Including some Related Information from Agriculture, Natural History, Botany, and Ecology. By Michael P. Garofalo

Gardens and Landscape Design http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/visarts/diva/gardens.html
Images and text on 8 Italian Renaissance Gardens and on Giverny in France
Gardens in Iran ITTO Guide http://www.itto.org/attraction/iranattraction.asp?category=Gardens
Government tourist office guide to Iranian gardens

Gardens of the Mughal Empire http://www.mughalgardens.org/
An interactive journey through twelve Mughal Gardens including Shalamar. You can hear music and follow in the footsteps of the ancient Mughals on a processional path from Hiran Minar to Mian Mir.




Gothein's History of Garden Art http://www.gardenvisit.com/got/
Complete text of the 1913 book is available online here. Detailed accounts of European gardens, added later material on North America, brief accounts of the rest of the world.

Iconography of Chinese Gardens http://www.intranet.csupomona.edu/~ige/gardens/1h1.htm
On some of the symbolism used in their design, illustrated by literature and an example.

Introduction to Dutch gardens and garden architecture http://library.wur.nl/speccol/intro.html
A description of the historical development of the Dutch style.

Japanese Garden Database http://www.jgarden.org/
Educational web site providing information on outstanding examples of Japanese garden art.

Landscape History http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~helphand/homepage.html
A categorised collection of images and photographs of gardens and landscapes in a number of designs.




Landscape history and garden history in India http://www.chengappa.demon.co.uk/il/
History of gardens and landscapes in the Indian subcontinent, with links to related sites

Landscape Virtual Gallery. http://www.vilar.com
A catalog of 8000 slides about parks and gardens in Europe.

Museum of Garden History http://www.museumgardenhistory.org/
The recreation of a historic knot garden and the history of British gardens and plants are included as is a virtual visit to several exhibits at the museum.

Our Vegetable Travelers http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/plantanswers/publications/vegetabletravelers/
A history of garden vegetables, orginally published in National Geographic (1949), and reprinted here as a special feature.

Parcs à fabriques - French Anglo-Chinese gardens http://cesarigd.club.fr/parcsafabriques/homepage.htm
Account of some of the major French gardens made in the style known in France as Anglo-Chinese, and in England as English landscape.

Portland Classical Chinese Garden - Lan Su Yuan http://www.portlandchinesegarden.org
The official site for Lan Su Yuan, Portland's Garden of Awakening Orchids. A traditional Chinese garden built in the heart of Portland.

Shiga Project - The Japanese Garden http://www.csuohio.edu/history/shiga96/garden.html
A research project on Japanese gardens, by 16 American students who were in Japan in 1996

Spirit of Gardening http://www.gardendigest.com/index.htm
Quotes, proverbs, articles, history, humor, links, and resources for the gardener.

The History of Gardening Timeline http://www.gardendigest.com/timetab.htm
An account of gardening from ancient times to the twentieth century organized by time periods with links to supplementary information.

Thomas Jefferson Center for Historic Plants http://www.monticello.org/chp/index.html
Collects, preserves, and distributes historic plant varieties.

Traditional Chinese Gardens http://www.chinaplanner.com/gardens/index.htm
Index to a number of notable and historic gardens, including photographs, history, and descriptions.

UK Database of Historic Parks and Gardens http://www.york.ac.uk/depts/arch/landscapes/ukpg/database/index.htm
A searchable database of Historic Parks and Gardens in the UK.





Ascog Hall Victorian Fernery and Gardens http://www.ascoghallfernery.co.uk/
Discovery and restoration of a 19th-century fernery on the Island of Bute in the Clyde Estuary.

Boxwood Garden http://oregonlink.com/deepwood/boxwoodgarden.html
Historic Deepwood Estate - Salem, Oregon

Garden History at Stratford Hall Plantation http://www.stratfordhall.org/gardens/history.htm
Home of Robert E. Lee

Garden History Links http://www.magma.ca/%7Eevb/garden.html
Links to sites of garden and landscape history interest. Web pages.

History of Dovecote http://www.dovecot.net/dovecote.htm
History of the garden of The Dovecote at Cobham in Surrey,England which was part of the garden of "The Woodlands" belonging to the noted Victorian gardener Theresa Earle

Katsura Rikyu Garden http://www.jgc.co.jp/waza/a3_katsura/index.htm
Full description of the gardens and their history.

Maplelawn Historic Garden (Ottawa, Canada) https://members.tripod.com/maplelawn/english.html
History, extensive photographs, links, tour and Friends'information for one of the oldest and best preserved walled gardens in Canada. Open to the public spring through fall. English and French versions.

Mary's Gardens http://www.mgardens.org/
Mary's Gardens was founded in 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to research the hundreds of flowers named in medieval times as symbols of the life, mysteries and privileges of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Museum of Garden History http://www.cix.co.uk/~museumgh/
Located at the restored church of St Mary-at-Lambeth next to Lambeth Palace in London, the museum offer activities and lectures. Our churchyard contains a recreation of a historic knot garden.

Old Rose Garden History http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Estates/3961/history.html
Jim Syring in June of 1995 and his collection of old roses which was planted at "Smitherwood", the home of Judge and Mrs. Selwyn Smith, in Manassas, Virginia.




Pavilion Gardens http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/gardens/gardensHistory.html
Thomas Jefferson, America's Third President, designed the gardens and buildings for the University of Virginia.

The Gardens http://collections.ic.gc.ca/louisbourg/garden.html
There were more than 100 gardens in Louisbourg in the 18th century, made by the French, in Canada.

the Racine de Monville Home Page http://www.geocities.com/Paris/6093/
The Désert de Retz, an Extraordinary is an 18th Century Garden near Paris, France

Tuileries Gardens - Paris http://www.paris.org/Kiosque/sep96/tuileries.html
A Short Dark History By Jacqueline Donnelly. "In order to appreciate the gardens you must sit quietly and see the invisible". Several old illustrations.

Upton Grey Garden http://website.lineone.net/~uptongrey.garden/
The famous fully-restored 1908 Gertrude Jekyll garden in Upton Grey, Hampshire, England




FAMOUS GARDENS

Ascog Hall Victorian Fernery and Gardens http://www.ascoghallfernery.co.uk/
Discovery and restoration of a 19th-century fernery on the Island of Bute in the Clyde Estuary.

Boxwood Garden http://oregonlink.com/deepwood/boxwoodgarden.html
Historic Deepwood Estate - Salem, Oregon

Garden History at Stratford Hall Plantation http://www.stratfordhall.org/gardens/history.htm
Home of Robert E. Lee

Garden History Links http://www.magma.ca/%7Eevb/garden.html
Links to sites of garden and landscape history interest. Web pages.

History of Dovecote http://www.dovecot.net/dovecote.htm
History of the garden of The Dovecote at Cobham in Surrey,England which was part of the garden of "The Woodlands" belonging to the noted Victorian gardener Theresa Earle




Katsura Rikyu Garden http://www.jgc.co.jp/waza/a3_katsura/index.htm
Full description of the gardens and their history.

Maplelawn Historic Garden (Ottawa, Canada) https://members.tripod.com/maplelawn/english.html
History, extensive photographs, links, tour and Friends'information for one of the oldest and best preserved walled gardens in Canada. Open to the public spring through fall. English and French versions.

Mary's Gardens http://www.mgardens.org/
Mary's Gardens was founded in 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to research the hundreds of flowers named in medieval times as symbols of the life, mysteries and privileges of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Museum of Garden History http://www.cix.co.uk/~museumgh/
Located at the restored church of St Mary-at-Lambeth next to Lambeth Palace in London, the museum offer activities and lectures. Our churchyard contains a recreation of a historic knot garden.

Old Rose Garden History http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Estates/3961/history.html
Jim Syring in June of 1995 and his collection of old roses which was planted at "Smitherwood", the home of Judge and Mrs. Selwyn Smith, in Manassas, Virginia.




Pavilion Gardens http://www.virginia.edu/uvatours/gardens/gardensHistory.html
Thomas Jefferson, America's Third President, designed the gardens and buildings for the University of Virginia.
The Gardens http://collections.ic.gc.ca/louisbourg/garden.html
There were more than 100 gardens in Louisbourg in the 18th century, made by the French, in Canada.

the Racine de Monville Home Page http://www.geocities.com/Paris/6093/
The Désert de Retz, an Extraordinary is an 18th Century Garden near Paris, France

Tuileries Gardens - Paris http://www.paris.org/Kiosque/sep96/tuileries.html
A Short Dark History By Jacqueline Donnelly. "In order to appreciate the gardens you must sit quietly and see the invisible". Several old illustrations.

Upton Grey Garden http://website.lineone.net/~uptongrey.garden/
The famous fully-restored 1908 Gertrude Jekyll garden in Upton Grey, Hampshire, England




FAMOUS BOTANICAL GARDENS



Alaska Botanical Garden http://www.alaskabg.org/
Calendar of events, information about educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and membership information. Anchorage, Alaska, USA.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens http://www.altavistagardens.org
Community botanical garden of the world's rarest and most unusual plants in themed environments, bringing together art, people, and nature. City of Vista, California.

American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta http://www.aabga.org/
A professional association for public gardens in North America, supporting the public horticulture community in its mission to study, display, and conserve plants.

Arboretum de Villardebelle http://www.pinetum.org/
Dedicated to conifers from all over the world. Its main aim is to help protect rare and endangered species. Located near Carcassone, southern France.

Arnold Arboretum http://www.arboretum.harvard.edu/
A research and educational institution. It manages a collection of hardy trees, shrubs, and vines located on 265 acres and associated herbarium and library collections. Boston, Massachusetts, USA.




Augusta Golf and Gardens http://www.gghf.org/
Botanical and tropical gardens with golf course. Includes calendar of events and membership information. Augusta, Georgia, USA.

Australian National Botanic Gardens http://www.anbg.gov.au/anbg/
Australian plants, databases on living plants, herbarium specimens and photographs. Canberra, ACT, Australia.
Bamboo Arboretum of Lériet http://members.aol.com/LerietBambooPark/indexus.html
With 50 species. Virtual tour, catalogue and visitor information. Near Toulouse, France.

Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens http://www.bartlettarboretum.org/
Contains thousands of plants, including several champion trees, and features a pond, swamp, and stream. North Stamford, Connecticut, USA.

Belize Botanic Garden http://www.belizebotanic.org
Belizean species are presented in an educational setting, including special collections such as Heliconias, orchids, and palms. Goals are to recreate specific habitats such as Pine Ridge, Baldy Beacon, as well as a savannah, a rainforest, and a riverine eco-system. Education on the horticultural heritage of Belize, including sustainable agriculture. San Ignacio, Belize.




Bellingrath Gardens and Home http://www.bellingrath.org/
A public garden located on the Isle aux Oies River. Features seasonal blooms and offers river cruises. Theodore, Alabama, USA.

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens http://www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org/
Calendar of events, information about programs, and collections policy. Vail, Colorado, USA.

Bhutan's Royal Botanic Garden http://www.geocities.com/royalbotanicgarden_bhutan
Information about the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan's botanic garden.

Bickelhaupt Arboretum http://www.bickarb.org/
Class and activity schedule, photos, volunteer opportunities, and a list of board members. Clinton, Iowa, USA.

Birmingham Botanical Gardens http://www.bbgardens.org/
Volunteer based organisation promoting public knowledge of plants and gardens. Provides an image gallery. Birmingham, Alabama, USA




Bodenham Arboretum and Earth Centre http://www.bodenham-arboretum.co.uk
A collection of over 2500 trees set in 134 acres of beautiful Worcestershire countryside with 11 pools, four miles of footpaths, a working farm, and an award winning Earth Centre set in a hillside. Wolverley, Kidderminster, Worcs, UK.

Bonn University Botanical Garden http://www.botanik.uni-bonn.de/botgart/info-e.htm
History, activities, functions and opening hours of this garden. Bonn, Germany.

Botanic Garden and Botanical Museum Berlin-Dahlem http://www.bgbm.org/
Information about the garden, library, museum, research, biodiversity informatics, and other botanical projects and organizations.

Botanical Garden of the Ozarks http://www.bgso.org/
Photos, calendar of events, volunteer opportunities, membership information, and a list of members. Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA.

Botanical Garden of the University of Vienna http://www.botanik.univie.ac.at/hbv/hbv.htm
Created in 1754 by Archduchess (Empress) Maria Theresia of Austria the Garden was first used by the Medical Faculty of Vienna University. The Garden is a synthesis between a 19th century landscape garden and a display of plants in systematic and plant-geographical arrangement. Maps, staff lists, and historical information. Vienna, Austria.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum http://ag.arizona.edu/bta/
A visit to the southwest USA's leading desert arboretum. The site is fully described and a comprehensive photo tour of the arboretum has been included. Superior, Arizona.

Bradenham Hall Gardens and Arboretum http://www.bradenhamhall.co.uk/
In Norfolk, UK, a private garden open to the public on selected days, featuring over 1000 named varieties of trees.. Information about the garden, its collections, and plants and other items for sale.

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens http://www.buffalogardens.com/
1900 tri-domed glass conservatory designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, Victorian Gardens. History, education programmes, events, virtual tour. Buffalo, NY, USA.

Cambridge University Botanic Garden http://www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/
A 17 hectare garden close to the city center, with a diverse collection of plants. Cambridge, England.

Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens http://www.cedarnet.org/gardens/
Featured gardens and special events. Waterloo, IA, USA.

Chalice Well Gardens http://www.chalicewell.org.uk
Magical spring and gardens with holy thorn trees, said to have sprouted from Joseph of Arimathea's staff. Wide herbaceous borders either side of the path are a riot of colour and perfume in Summer, views across the Vale of Avalon. Beneath Glastonbury Tor, Somerset, England.

Connecticut College Arboretum http://arboretum.conncoll.edu/
Research in a broad range of subjects including ecology, field biology, conservation, and natural history. The hundreds of acres of land are also important as a refuge for native plants and animals. Herbarium specimens collected in New England, with an emphasis on Connecticut. New London, CT, USA.

Cornell Plantations http://www.plantations.cornell.edu/
The purposes of Cornell Plantations are: To hold, manage, protect, and enhance the living botanical collections and the natural areas and gorges of Cornell for the benefit and use of the university community and the public.

Crosby Arboretum, Mississippi State University http://msstate.edu/dept/crec/camain.html
Provides a program calendar, news, exhibits and trails map and educational tours. Picayune, MS, USA.

Cylburn Arboretum Association http://www.cylburnassociation.org
The Association's mission is to assist Baltimore City in preserving Cylburn's grounds and buildings through horticultural and educational programs. Cylburn Arboretum is the city's horticultural headquarters. Baltimore, Maryland, USA.

Denver Botanic Gardens http://www.botanicgardens.org/
Offers garden directory, hours and admissions, exhibits and tours, botanical information and growing guide, and special events. Denver, Colorado, USA.

Desert Botanical Garden http://www.dbg.org/
Founded in 1937, is a living museum dedicated to desert lands research and education. Phoenix, Arizona, USA.

Devonian Botanic Garden http://www.discoveredmonton.com/devonian/
Contains a Japanese garden, floral gardens and a collection of native and alpine plants. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Dorothy Bradley Atkins Medicinal Garden at UIC http://www.uic.edu/pharmacy/garden/
Research and educational collection of more than 70 species of medicinal plants, including mainstay drug-producing plants whose products are currently in use in clinical practice around the world. Located at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dothan Area Botanical Gardens http://www.dabg.com/
50-acre partially wooded park designed to preserve the early southern garden in an environment that presents native plants in an attractive balance with traditional botanical garden elements. Dothan, Alabama, USA.




Dow Gardens http://www.dowgardens.org/
Plant collection, events, virtual tour. Midland, Michigan, USA.

Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens http://www.dubuquearboretum.com/
Calendar of events, photos, and information about using the facility for weddings. Dubuque, Iowa, USA.

Fairchild Tropical Garden http://www.ftg.org/
Extensive collections of rare tropical plants including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. Miami, Florida, USA.

Fort Worth Botanic Garden http://www.fwbg.org/
The oldest botanic garden in Texas, a 109-acre living museum displaying over 2,500 species of native and exotic plants. Fort Worth, Texas, USA.

Georgeson Botanical Garden http://www.uaf.edu/salrm/gbg/
Also conducts joint research on cold hardiness of fern species and cultivars. Virtual tour, information about classes offered, volunteer opportunities, and membership information. Also offers a children's garden. Fairbanks, Alaska, USA.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden http://www.htbg.com/
The Garden features spectacular coastline, waterfalls in a deep palm jungle, sunny areas filled with tropical flowers. It presents a very wide variety of tropical rainforest habitats within a relatively small area that is easily accessible by gravel paths.

Houston Arboretum and Nature Center http://www.houstonarboretum.org/
Calendar of events, list of activities, information about animal life, and volunteer opportunities. Houston, Texas, USA.

Hudson Gardens http://www.hudsongardens.org/
A classic regional display garden, comprised entirely of plants, flowers and trees that grow in the dry Colorado climate. Offers numerous classes, workshops, field trips and tours for all ages, year round. Littleton, Colorado, USA.

Huntington Botanical Gardens http://www.huntington.org/BotanicalDiv/HEHBotanicalHome.html
San Marino, California, USA. The gardens, on 150 acres, include 10 specialized gardens, several theme areas, and collections from other countries cultivated to share with others.

Huntsville-Madison County Botanical Garden http://www.hsvbg.org/
Virtual tour, calendar of events, news, volunteer opportunities, information about rental, and a list of classes and trips. Huntsville, Alabama, USA.




Irkutsk State University Botanic Garden http://www.isu.ru/insts/botsad/indexe.htm
Educational and scientific programs. Virtual tour, seedlist, links. Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia.

JC Raulston Arboretum http://www.ncsu.edu/jcraulstonarboretum
Aims to enrich urban landscapes by promoting greater diversity of creative, environmentally sound landscapes. Calendar of events, virtual tour. Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

Ladew Topiary Gardens http://www.ladewgardens.com/
Topiary and flower gardens plus a nature walk and historic home. Includes events calendar, history and rental information. Maryland.

Lockerly Arboretum http://www.lockerlyarboretum.org/
Horticultural laboratory and arboretum. Includes maps, FAQ, and information about tours. Milledgeville, Georgia, USA.

Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden http://www.arboretum.org/
Its mission is to foster an awareness and appreciation of the role of plants in nature and in human affairs. Arcadia, CA, USA.

Lubbock Memorial Arboretum http://lubbockarboretum.org/
History, membership information, calendar of events, information about activities and educational programs, and volunteer opportunities. Lubbock, Texas, USA.

Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden http://www.mun.ca/botgarden/
St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.

Milwaukee County Public Gardens and Nature Centers http://www.countyparks.com/horticulture/
Online tours of Boerner Botanical Gardens and the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory. Includes historical notes and visitor information. Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA.

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum http://www.arboretum.umn.edu/
Provides a community and national resource for horticultural and environmental information, research and public education. Develops and evaluates plants and horticultural practices for cold climates.

Missouri Botanical Garden http://www.mobot.org/
Located on a 79 acre site in St. Louis, the Missouri Botanical Garden is world-renowned for its fundamental botanical research, horticultural display and education programs.




Morgan Arboretum http://www.morganarboretum.org/
Teaching, research, and public education institution affiliated with Montreal's McGill University.

Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/
An interdisciplinary center that integrates art, science and the humanities.

Mounts Botanical Garden - West Palm Beach http://www.mounts.org
Mounts is Palm Beach County's oldest and largest public garden. Our gardens and programs provide the best horticultural and botanical information available related to South Florida's unique plants and environment.

Naples Botanical Garden http://www.naplesbotanicalgarden.org/
The garden will showcase an extensive collection of subtropical and tropical plants from countries as near as Cuba and as far as Indonesia, ranging from desert to rainforests. Naples, Florida.

National Capital Botanical Gardens http://www.ncbg.org.pg/
Established in 1971 as a teaching garden for the University of Papua New Guinea Biology Department. Contains a large area of rainforest, an unusual sight for normally dry and dusty Port Moresby. Collections include many palm species, bamboos, heliconias, cordyline, pandanus, native trees and shrubs. Well known for its extensive collection of Papua New Guinea orchid species. Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

National Tropical Botanical Garden http://www.ntbg.org/
The garden is engaged in the struggle to save the tropical plant world, which is under threat from all sides. This work is carried out through active programs in collection, propagation, conservation, research and education. Hawaii.

Nichols Arboretum http://www.umich.edu/~wwwarb/
Mission: To heighten the awareness of human relationships with the environment by considering issues of renewable natural resources conservation.

North Carolina Botanical Garden http://www.ncbg.unc.edu/
A regional center for research, conservation, and interpretation of plants located in Chapel Hill, NC.

Oklahoma Botanical Garden and Arboretum http://home.okstate.edu/Okstate/dasnr/hort/hortlahome.nsf/toc/obga
Information on their role in the marketing and promotion of horticulture and landscape architecture in Oklahoma.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens http://www.phipps.conservatory.org/
Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania, USA) institution with indoor and outdoor collections. History, photo tour of the gardens, database of species, and information about research, educational classes, and special exhibits and events.

Quad City Botanical Center http://www.qcgardens.com/
Award-winning Sun Garden blooms with exotic tropical flowers, 14-foot waterfall and reflecting pools. Outdoor gardens feature magnificent conifer collection, thousands of spring bulbs, colorful, rare perennials and annuals, children's interactive features. Garden festivals, gift shop, art shows, guided group tours with reservations, banquet rooms, and ample parking.

Recreating Eden: A Natural History of Botanical Gardens http://www.geocities.com/marysoderstrom/botanicaleden.html
Description of the history and philosphy of botanical gardens with links to nine of the world's best: Leiden, Jardin des Plantes, Kew, Singapore, Missouri, New York, Montreal, San Franscisco, UBC. Based on book by Mary Soderstrom.

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew http://www.rbgkew.org.uk/
The website of Britain's major botanic garden with numerous links and many hosted websites. Kew, London.

Royal Botanical Gardens http://www.rbg.ca/
Canada's largest botanical garden incorporates untamed and cultivated landscapes. Burlington, Ontario, near Hamilton, located 45 minutes from Toronto and Niagara Falls.

Royal Horticultural Society Gardens http://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/
Visitor information and details of the collections at the four RHS gardens in the UK.

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens http://www.rtbg.tas.gov.au/
Australia's second oldest botanical gardens features a native Tasmanian section, Botanical Discovery Centre, Botanical Shop and Sub-Antarctic Plant House. Hobart.

San Antonio Botanical Garden http://www.sabot.org/
Offers educational events, programs, and classes year-round. San Antonio, Texas, USA.

SFA Mast Arboretum http://www.sfasu.edu/ag/arboretum/
Arboretum of Steven F. Austin University, Texas. Information on the conservation, evaluation, and use of the native plants of the state.

Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center http://www.shangrilagardens.org/
Includes history, photos, volunteer opportunities, and children's section. Orange, Texas, USA.

Soekershof Walkabout http://soekershof.com
Soekershof Walkabout portrays the spiritual diversity of South Africa in mazes, a cactus labyrinth, a philosopher's garden, and other gardens containing more than 1500 succulent plants and unique indigenous plants. There is no such a garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Klaas Voogds West Robertson, West Cape, Republic of South Africa.




South Carolina Botanical Garden http://www.clemson.edu/scbg/
Information about activities and programs, virtual garden. Located in Clemson.

Staten Island Botanical Garden http://www.sibg.org
Virtual tour features the Chinese Scholar's Garden. Educational programmes, visitor information. Staten Island, NY, USA.

Strybing Arboretum & Botanical Gardens http://www.strybing.org/
Features a spectacular array of plants from the world's Mediterranean and mild temperate climates, to high-elevation tropical cloud forests. San Francisco, USA.

Summerland Ornamental Gardens http://www.summerlandornamentalgardens.org
A 16-acre public garden above Okanagan Lake with irrigated and xeriscaped areas, collections of penstemons, irises, roses, and a museum of antique scientific equipment. Summerland, British Columbia, Canada.

The Arboretum at Flagstaff http://www.thearb.org/
200-acre arboretum in a ponderosa pine forest. Guided tours, gift shop, nature trails, endangered plants and animals and cultivated gardens. Flagstaff, Arizona, USA.




The Brenton Arboretum http://www.thebrentonarboretum.org/
Features trees, shrubs, animal life, and wetlands. Includes news, birding information, volunteer opportunities, and photos. Located in Dallas Center, Iowa, USA.

The Chicago Botanic Garden http://www.chicagobotanic.org/
An Illinois Botanic Museum. Gardens, plants, flowers, greenhouses, educational classes, plant information. Events, visitor and membership information. Chicago, IL, USA.

The Dallas Arboretum http://www.dallasarboretum.org/
Visitor and member information, educational programmes, map. Dallas, TX, USA.

The Darwin Project: Building Boston's Botanical Garden http://www.darwinboston.org/
Mission is to create a world renowned Botanical Garden and Conservation Learning Center in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

The Dawes Arboretum http://www.dawesarb.org/
Includes 1,149 acres of plant collections and natural areas. Events, reports, collections, visitor information. Newark, Ohio, USA.

The Morton Arboretum http://www.mortonarb.org/
Collects and studies trees, shrubs, and other plants from around the world; features searchable plant information database, educational programs, gift shop, and membership, employment and volunteer opportunities.

The National Botanic Garden of Wales http://www.gardenofwales.org.uk/
A visionary project and botanical science showcase built for the Millennium and beyond. Science programme includes systematics, biodiversity and conservation, sustainability and economic botany. Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK.

The New York Botanical Garden, Bronx NY http://www.nybg.org
The garden includes 28 speciality gardens including the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, Everett Children's Adventure Garden, and a 40-acre never been clear cut forest.

The Public Gardens of Royal Roads University http://www.royalroads.ca/channels/about+rru/campus+information/grounds+and+garde ns/default.htm
History of the gardens and plant collection database. Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

The Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh http://www.rbge.org.uk/
Thirty-one-hectare gardens founded in the 17th century. Open to the public: a major tourist attraction. Edinburgh, Scotland.

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia http://www.uga.edu/~botgarden/
Preserve with nature areas and trails. Includes maps, information about the collections, calendar of events, membership information, and volunteer opportunities. Athens, Georgia, USA.

The United States National Arboretum http://www.usna.usda.gov/
Overview, events and education programs, specialty gardens and horticultural practices, research, support opportunities, and site search.

The University of California Botanical Garden http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/
Diverse collections are grown on a hilly site overlooking the Berkeley campus, near the San Francisco Bay.

Tofino Botanical Gardens http://www.tofinobotanicalgardens.com
A gateway to the natural and cultural histories of Clayquot Sound Biosphere Reserve. Virutal tour, visitor information. Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Tucson Botanical Gardens http://www.tucsonbotanical.org/
Horticultural and ecological education. The garden encourages responsible environmental stewardship, and provides a setting for enjoyment, relaxation and renewal for residents and visitors. Tucson, Arizona.




United States Botanical Garden http://www.nationalgarden.org/
The oldest continually operating botanic garden in the United States. Site offers background, event information, gift shop, and related links. Washington, DC, USA.

University of Arizona Arboretum http://arboretum.arizona.edu/
History, how to get involved, calendar of events, and information about student projects. Tucson, Arizona, USA.

University of British Columbia Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research http://www.ubcbotanicalgarden.org
The web site of Canada's oldest university botanical garden. Current research themes include conservation, evolution (including molecular systematics), genomics (including the evolution of plant development) and plant breeding. The garden features a collection of over 7500 different taxa, many of which are of wild documented origin.

University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) Arboretum http://www2.ucsc.edu/arboretum/
The Arboretum occupies one of the most propitious horticultural sites in the world, part of the holdings of pioneer Henry Cowell. Climatic and topographic diversity allow experimentation with amost every species that might be grown along the coast between San Diego and Crescent City, and the diversity of the soils--the underlying rock includes granite, schist, limestone, and several types of sandstone--can scarcely be matched anywhere.

University of Delaware Botanic Gardens http://ag.udel.edu/udbg/
Virtual tour, volunteer and internship information.

University of Oxford Botanic Garden http://www.botanic-garden.ox.ac.uk/
The oldest botanic garden in Britain. Contact and visitor information. Oxford, UK.

University of South Florida Botanical Garden http://www.cas.usf.edu/garden/
Plant displays, research, and education, representing and interpreting the diversity of the Earth's plant life for the academic community and the general public. Horticultural workshops and special plant sale events. Displays on palms, bromeliads, herbs, native, carnivorous plants, and riparian (wetland) forest, at the USF Tampa Campus.

University of Washington Medicinal Herb Garden http://www.nnlm.nlm.nih.gov/pnr/uwmhg/
A resource for herbalists, medics, and botanists. Hypertext tour and partial catalogue. Seattle, WA, USA.

University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum http://wiscinfo.doit.wisc.edu/arboretum
Includes photos of the Arboretum's native Wisconsin habitat restorations and Longenecker Gardens, seasonal events calendar, Naturalists' Notes, Earth Partnership for Schools (ecological restoration), curriculum resources, woodland database, research resources.

VanDusen Botanical Garden http://www.vandusengarden.org/
Information on operating hours, show schedules and seasonal exhibits. Vancouver, BC, Canada.




Warsaw Biblical Garden http://www.warsawbiblicalgardens.org/
Religious themed botanical garden and public attractive. Features detailed plant information, photos, frequently asked questions and guestbook. Warsaw, Indiana, USA.

Westonbirt Arboretum http://www.westonbirtarboretum.com/
Details of the collection, including rare trees, champion trees, and visitor facilities at this national arboretum. Westonbirt, Glos, UK.

What Makes a Good Botanical Center http://www.plantx.com/botanical_centers_gardens.htm
Personal reviews of botanical gardens, with links.

Zilker Botanical Garden http://www.zilkergarden.org/
Schedules and information about tours, projects, and education programs, as well as photo gallery and searchable type specimen register. Austin, Texas, USA.




INTRODUCTION TO BOTANY



About.com: Botany http://botany.about.com/
A page of links and articles.

BioScience Research Tool: Botany http://biochemie.net/links/Botany/
Specialized directory of online tools and resources selected for Botanists, Plant Physiologists, and Plant Molecular Geneticists.

Botanica Slovenica http://rcul.uni-lj.si/~bfbotanika/xbotanic.html
Information on the botany of Slovenia.

Botanical Authors Database http://www.huh.harvard.edu/databases/cms/botanist_index.html
Search the database of authors who contributed to the contents of the catalog of type specimens in the Harvard University Herbaria.

Botanical Publications Database http://www.huh.harvard.edu/databases/cms/publication_index.html
Database of publications used to verify the entry of publication names in the Harvard Herbaria catalog.

Botanical Society of America Image Collection http://images.botany.org/
Collection of 14 sets of educational images for instructional use, with search capability.
Botany Encyclopedia http://www.botany.com/
Includes a botanical dictionary, advice for gardeners, and a store selling plants.

Botresearch USA http://www.botresearch.com/
a botanical research and biotechnology organization specializing in tissue culture, photomicroscopy, and the production of educational materials for universities.

Center for Plant Conservation http://www.centerforplantconservation.org/
Collaborative organization dedicated to conserving and restoring the rare native plants of the United States. Includes information on conservation techniques.

Glossary of Botanical Terms http://www.gardenweb.com/glossary/
Contains more than 2,500 terms relating to botany, gardening, horticulture and landscape architecture. Fully searchable and it is regularly updated.




Green Plant Phylogeny http://ucjeps.berkeley.edu/bryolab/greenplantpage.html
Green plant phylogeny research coordination group.

Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation http://huntbot.andrew.cmu.edu
A division of Carnegie Mellon University. Archives, research, art, and information about the institute are included.

Institute for Plant Ecology http://www.uni-muenster.de/Biologie/pflanzenoekologie
Information about research and teaching activities with focus on biodiversity and ecophysiology in different climatic regions, based at the University Münster.

International Centre for Research and Training on Seabuckthorn http://www.icrts.org
Information on the biology of this plant and its uses for environmental, economic, nutritional, and medical purposes; emphasizing erosion control.

International Plant Genetic Resources Institute http://www.cgiar.org/ipgri/
Contains information on IPGRI, resources, and press releases.

Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research http://www.mpiz-koeln.mpg.de/
Conducts research programs on molecular-biological, genetical, biochemical, physiological and cytological aspects of plant development and plant breeding. [English and German versions available.]

Plant Tissue Culture Information Exchange http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/tisscult/tcintro.html
Intended to give researchers, teachers and producers rapid access to information about plant tissue culture.

Root Biology and Mycorrhiza Research Group http://www.uoguelph.ca/botany/people/faculty/peterson/research.html
Descriptions of current research projects at the Department of Botany, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada.








Acta Horticulturae Online http://www.actahort.org/
Online books and articles of the magazine "Acta Horticulturae". Full text only accessible for ISHS members or by payment.

HortScience http://www.ashs.org/hortscience/
Samples of articles containing original research, reviewing problems and developments, and papers presented at workshops.

Journal of Applied Horticulture http://www.rajans.com/
Includes news, horticultural links, and online articles.


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Agribusiness Online Crop Guides http://www.agribusinessonline.com/crops/
Production and postharvest technical information for individual crops.

Australian New Crops Project http://www.newcrops.uq.edu.au/
Encouraging the commercialisation of potential new crops (including herbs, spices, and other horticultural crops) in Australia. Includes newsletter and links.

Comprehensive Listing of Alternate and Botanical Names for Horticultural Crops - Sydney Postharvest Laboratory http://postharvest.com.au/Alternate_Search.htm
Searchable by common names, alternate names and botanical names.

Controlled Environment Agriculture Center, University of Arizona http://ag.arizona.edu/ceac
Details of the center, and of growing crops by protected cultivation.
Ecocrop http://ecocrop.fao.org/
Database interface that identifies suitable plants for a specified environment, for a defined use, or for a defined description.




Floral and Nursery Plants Research Unit, U.S. National Arboretum http://www.usna.usda.gov/Research/
Information on research activities at several locations, development of new plant varieties, and development of new technologies for agriculture, the florist and nursery industries, and home gardeners.

Gardenet http://www.gardenet.com.au
Online horticultural information service. Australia.

Hazelnut Production http://www.agric.nsw.gov.au/reader/deciduous-fruits/h3149-hazelnut-production.htm
Plant information and production information with emphasis on Australia.

Henry Doubleday Research Association. http://www.hdra.org.uk/
The HDRA researches and promotes organic gardening in the UK.
Home Horticulture http://www.msue.msu.edu/msue/imp/mod03/master03.html
Extensive alphabetized listing of horticultural fact sheets and images. Grouped by type of plant and topic. Michigan State University.




Hops Information http://www.uvm.edu/~pass/perry/hops.html
Information, including FAQs and research, on growing hops in eastern United States.

Hort Extension http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/
Archive of horticultural information for producers and gardeners from Texas A&M and the Texas Extension Service. Features publications, newsletters, information about specific plants, IPM, and master gardener programs.

Horticultural Engineering http://aesop.rutgers.edu/~horteng
Contains information about aspects of engineering, including glasshouse construction and energy conservation, from Rutgers University.

Horticulture Research International http://www.hri.ac.uk/
Principal UK organisation tasked with carrying out horticultural research and development and transferring the results to industry. Site provides details of research across horticultural sectors.

Horticulture Research International Association http://www.hri.ac.uk/hria/index.htm
Research for commercial horticultural businesses. UK based body with individual and corporate membership.




Horticulture Resources http://www.horticulture-india.com
Information about the horticultural technology with links to the Journal of Applied Horticulture, and horticultural societies.

Horticulture Solutions Series http://www.ag.uiuc.edu/~robsond/solutions/hort.html
A collection of short notes on a number of horticultural topics.

Institute of Vegetables and Ornamental Crops http://www.igzev.de
The Institute carries out basic and applied research supporting the sustainable production of vegetable and ornamental plants and the rational use of natural resources. Located approximately 20 km south of Berlin, the Institute was a research center for vegetable crops since 1925. Grossbeeren/Erfurt e.V. (Germany).

International Cultivar Registration Authorities http://www.ishs.org/icra/index.htm
Information on the distinct authorities, how to chose and register a name, symposia and calendars.

International Society for Horticultural Science http://www.ishs.org/
Includes general and specific scientific information, links to journals, events calendar.




Maca http://www.intimaca.com/cultivated.htm
Information on the cultivation of Lepidium meyenii, or Maca.

NC State Horticulture http://www.cals.ncsu.edu/hort_sci/
Teaching, research, and outreach in horticulture, including basic biology, ecology, production and use of horticultural products.

Nursery Extension http://www.clemson.edu/hort/nurseryex.html
Links and online resources for the nursery industry, from the Clemson University Extension.

PlantAmnesty http://www.plantamnesty.org/
Information on quality gardening and landscaping practice, especially with regard to pruning of shrubs and trees.

Sydney Postharvest Laboratory http://www.postharvest.com.au/
Serving the fresh fruit and vegetable industry, for matters including evaluation of postharvest technologies, storage and handling software, assistance with commercialization, patents, expert testimony, and cargo loss. Located in Sydney, Australia.

Technical Manual on Small-Scale Processing of Fruits and Vegetables http://www.fao.org/DOCREP/x0209e/x0209e00.htm
Examines the socioeconomic benefits and effects on rural development of small agroindustrial enterprises in Latin America and the Caribbean. Used as a guide for the activities that the United Nations FAO carries out in these areas.

The American Society for Horticultural Science http://www.ashs.org/
Promotes and encourages scientific research and education in horticulture within the United States and throughout the world. Publisher of HortScience, HortTechnology, and the Journal of ASHS.

The Center for Urban Horticulture http://depts.washington.edu/urbhort/
Conducts research, teaching, and public service on the selection, management and role of plants and ecosystems in the urban environment. At College of Forest Resources, University of Washington, Seattle.

The Geophyte Page http://virtual.clemson.edu/groups/hort/sctop/geophyte/webpage.htm
Information on herbaceous plants with underground storage organs such as bulbs, corms, and tubers. Oriented primarily towards commercial growers, forcers, and retailers. Production statistics, crop specific guidelines for major geophytic plants such as tulips, daffodils, and lilies. Clemson University.

The Horticultural Taxonomy Group http://www.hortax.org.uk/
Gives the history of HORTAX, an association of taxonomists and horticulturists interested in the classification and nomenclature of cultivated plants, member information and links to the archives of HORTAX News.

Tocklai Experimental Station http://www.tocklai.org/
Research site of the Tea Research Association, India. Information and research on tea cultivation and processing.

Traditional Pacific Island Crops http://libweb.hawaii.edu/libdept/scitech/agnic/
AgNIC guide to web resources. Includes information on cultivation, marketing, harvest, nutrition, recipes, and trade associations

Upasi Tea Research Foundation http://www.upasitearesearch.org/home.html
Information on tea cultivation and growing in the south of India.

Weed Control in Nursery Crops http://oregonstate.edu/dept/nursery-weeds/
Discussions on weed control, weed identification, and herbicide management in nursery crops. From Oregon State University.

Yosef Mizrahi's Homepage. http://www.bgu.ac.il/life/mizrahi.html
Biological and horticultural aspects of wild and rare fruit and nut trees of warm climates. Biology of cacti. Abnormally-ripening-fruit mutants.







PRIVATE GARDENS






A Derbyshire Country Garden http://website.lineone.net/~field.farm
Tour a 1.5-acre hillside garden at Field Farm, Kirk Ireton, and see how it has developed since 1981. Follow progress in the garden diary, look up its open days or arrange a private visit.

A Flower Arranger's Garden http://www.thegardener.btinternet.co.uk/
Monthly diary of Chrissie Harten's Redditch garden, with photo galleries of the garden and flower arrangements, lists of what's in flower in the garden each month, and suggestions on plants to grow for flower arranging.

Alnwick Garden Project http://www.alnwickgarden.com/
The Duchess of Northumberland's dream of transforming a derelict, 12-acre walled garden into the most magnificent garden created anywhere in Europe in the last 100 years.

Althorp http://www.althorp.com/
History and description of the Spencer family ancestral home and garden, where Diana, Princess of Wales was laid to rest in September 1997.

Ardkinglas Estate http://www.ardkinglas.com/
These woodland gardens at the head of Loch Fyne, in Argyllshire host the tallest tree in Britain, and the mightiest conifer in Europe. Information on the estate and for visitors.




Ascog Fernery http://www.ascoghallfernery.co.uk/
Discovery and restoration of a 19th-century fernery on the Island of Bute in the Clyde Estuary.

Athelhampton House http://www.athelhampton.co.uk/
A 15th century house. Virtual tours of house and gardens. Information for visitors on facilities, attractions and events.

Birds in a Cheshire Garden http://www.abcissa.force9.co.uk/birds/
Lovely appreciation of small wild garden in Wilmslow, Cheshire. Lots of information on the garden and the 112 species spotted.

Blackhills Estate Gardens http://www.blackhills.co.uk/garden/
History, guide and visitor information to these gardens near Elgin, Scotland.

Bodenham Arboretum and Earth Centre http://www.bodenham-arboretum.co.uk/
Housed on a working farm near Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Information on the trees, the farm, and walks. Details for visitors.




Bolfracks Garden, Aberfeldy http://www.rannoch.net/Bolfracks-Garden/index1.htm
Brief history and description of the gardens and their history. Details of visitir access.

Bowood House and Gardens http://www.bowood-house.co.uk/
Information on the house, the gardens and grounds laid out by Capability Brown, the facilities, attractions, near Chippenham. Visiting details.

Bradenham Hall Gardens http://www.bradenhamhall.co.uk/
A private Norfolk garden and arboretum open for visitors on selected days. History, information, maps and pictures. Visiting details.

Brantwood http://www.brantwood.org.uk/
Visitor information and details of 250-acre Lake District estate evolved by John Ruskin as a 'living laboratory' when he lived from there 1872 to 1900.

Burtonfield Gardens http://www.burtonfield.co.uk/
Monthly updates on the development of a 1.6 acre garden on the Norfolk/Cambs border. A further 8 acres are being managed for wildlife with a meadow and traditional orchard.




Castle Howard, Yorkshire http://www.castlehoward.co.uk/gardens.shtml
A guide to Castle Howard, its grounds and gardens. Information on history, attractions and facilities for visitors to this stately home.

Cerney House Gardens http://www.cerneygardens.com/
A romantic garden in the Cotswolds. Includes a virtual tour, history, and information about the gardens and their produce.

Chesters Walled Garden http://www.chesterswalledgarden.co.uk
A 2-acre 18th Century garden, next to Chesters Roman Fort with views over the lovely Tyne valley. Online tour and description of the herb gardens, borders, and the Roman garden. Includes details for visitors.

Chyverton Gardens http://www.mywebpage.net/chyvertongardens/
Georgian garden near Truro, Cornwall open to the public.

Colesbourne Park http://www.snowdrop.org.uk/
Gloucestershire, UK. Offers information about Snowdrop weekends in February and allows people to order bulbs.




Cormaic's Flower Garden http://www.tmac.clara.co.uk/garden/index.htm
Details and pictures of Cormaic's garden in Culcheth, near Warrington, and links to URG (uk.rec.gardening) FAQs and resources.

Cottesbrooke Hall and Gardens http://www.cottesbrookehall.co.uk/
A Queen Anne House near Northampton with reputed formal and wild gardens open to the public Easter to September. Said to be the pattern for Jane Austin's Mansfield Park.

Cranborne Manor Web Site http://www.cranborne.co.uk/
The 17th century garden is open to the public. History, map and information about the garden, the manor house and its estate.

Creative Gardens http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hollis/creative.htm
Transforming an unpromising piece of land around a cottage in Sevenoaks into an imaginative beautiful garden. Links to gardening and design information, garden tour, planting plans, articles.

Dave and Shelagh Baynham's Website http://www.thebaynhams.com
How Dave and Shelagh Baynham transformed their town garden. Includes information and pictures about the family and their cats.

Dave's Gardening Page http://www.daveandkath.freeserve.co.uk
A collection of pictures and information about the development of a garden in Suffolk. Plant and landscaping details, guestbook, picture gallery and quiz.

Dovecote http://www.dovecot.net/dovecote.htm
History of a garden in Cobham, Surrey, which forms part of the original estate belonging to the noted Victorian gardener, Theresa Earle; with virtual tour.

Easton Walled Gardens http://eastonwalledgardens.co.uk
History and a description of work in progress on 12 acres of lost gardens between Grantham and Stamford. Information on events and opening times for visitors - include photographs.

Evenwood http://www.evenwood.demon.co.uk/
Handsome personal site documenting the owner's much-loved suburban garden near Cambridge.

Exbury Gardens http://www.exbury.co.uk/
Historic British woodland gardens in the New Forest, well known for their rhododendrons, camellias and azaleas. Information on the history of the estate, the gardens, attractions, and visitor details.




Finlaystone Country Estate http://www.finlaystone.co.uk/
A large country estate in Renfrewshire near Glasgow, seat of the current Chief of the Clan MacMillan. Information on the gardens, woodlands and history. Visitor details.

Fujiyama Japanese Garden, Antrim http://uk.geocities.com/whis4ey/fujiyamagarden.html
Information about the Fujiyama Japanese Garden in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, with virtual tour, hints and ideas for replicating some of the features.

Gardens-by-Design http://www.gbd.org.uk/
Peter Wright's woodland craft and landscaping work, primarily carried out at Brantwood near Coniston Water in the Lake District, home of John Ruskin from 1872-1900.

George's Japanese Garden http://koi-z-are-us.20m.com/
Japanese garden featuring a koi pond, bonsai, Zen garden with lots of photos. Includes information on DIY projects and on koi varieties.

Glenwhan Gardens http://www.glenwhangardens.co.uk
Twelve acres of gardens, streams and lochs, open to the public. Licensed tearoom, parking, disabled access. Dunragit near Stranraer, Galloway, Scotland.




Grassyknoll http://www.oclipa.com/grassyknoll/
A journal detailing the trials and tribulations of a newbie gardener as he tries to develop a small garden in West Sussex, UK.

Great Dixter Garden http://www.sisley.co.uk/dixter.htm
Christopher Lloyd's garden in East Sussex, originally designed by Edward Lutyens, is an example of cottage gardening on a larger scale

Hadspen Garden and Nursery http://www.hadspengarden.co.uk/
Famous for its herbaceous and shrub borders planted in a colourist style, Hadspen Garden and Nursery in Somerset is open to the public from March to October.

Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden http://www.sisley.co.uk/peschar.htm
Single page with photograph on an exotic display of sculpture and ceramics in a romantic woodland water-garden setting.

Headland Garden http://www.headlandgarden.co.uk
A Cornish coastal garden, situated on the Fowey river estuary. Pictures, with details of opening times and access, and information on charities supported.

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Helmingham Hall http://members.aol.com/helmingest/
Garden and deer park set around moated Tudor hall near Stowmarket, Suffolk, featuring double herbaceous borders, working kitchen garden, many roses and herb and knot garden.

Hodsock Priory Gardens http://www.snowdrops.co.uk/
A fine display of snowdrops in February on this estate in Nottinghamshire. Information about the estate and its history, and visitor details.

Hole Farm http://www.holefarm.co.uk/
Restoration of a neglected Devon farmhouse, garden, and ponds. Information, photographs, maintenance details and events listing.

John Kane's Garden http://www.johnsgarden.co.uk/
Garden pictures, hints and tips from a beautiful town garden in North West England containing alpine plants, perennials and shrubs.

Just Another Patch of Ground http://www.palantir.co.uk/gar.html
Lovingly documented north London garden.

Karhy Brown's Garden http://www.kathybrownsgarden.homestead.com
Garden at The Manor House, Stevington, Bedfordshire. Information about open days, lectures and demonstrations, and Kathy Brown's gardening books.

Kerrachar Gardens http://www.kerrachar.co.uk/
Set in the Parish of Assynt in the North West Highlands, this garden has been developed on the site of a derelict croft. Photographs and visitor information - NB accessible only by boat.

Kiftsgate Court Gardens http://www.kiftsgate.co.uk/index.shtml
Information, plant list, maps and general garden and gardening topics. The gardens have been developed by three generations of women in Gloucestershire. Home to Rosa filipes Kiftsgate, the largest rose in England.

Levens Hall and Topiary Gardens http://www.levenshall.co.uk/
Elizabethan house and gardens in the Lake District. Visitor information on the house and its attractions.

Little Martins http://www.littlemartins.com/
Join Carol and Jon as they develop the garden at Little Martins, their Essex home.




Lyn and Malcolm's Garden http://www.mgovens.freeserve.co.uk
Pictures and description of this garden in Ferndown Dorset, with information about their participation in the National Garden Scheme.

Mount Ephraim Garden http://www.mountephraimgardens.co.uk/
An Edwardian garden and Victorian mansion near Faversham, Kent open to the public.

My Garden http://www.mygarden.me.uk/
A pictorial diary of a garden in North Wales, UK, with an emphasis on wildlife and biodiversity.

Newby Hall and Gardens http://www.sisley.co.uk/newbyhll.htm
Gardens on the banks of the River Ure, near Ripon, originally designed in the 18th century by Peter Aram. Virtual tour via QuickTime VR panoramas of Yorkshire gardens

Ourgarden.org.uk http://www.apbz08.dsl.pipex.com/
A collection of photographs of trees, shrubs and perennials in a Worthing garden designed to attract butterflies, bees and other wildlife.

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Parcevall Hall Gardens http://www.parcevallhallgardens.co.uk/
In Appletreewick near Skipton. Pictures, map of the estate, and information for those who wish to visit.

Pencarrow House and Historic Gardens http://www.pencarrow.co.uk/
Famous Georgian house still owned and lived in by the Molesworth-St Aubyn family, near Wadebridge, Cornwall. 50 acres of formal and woodland gardens. Visitor information.

Pine Lodge Gardens http://www.pine-lodge.co.uk/
30-acre estate at Cuddra, near St Austell, Cornwall, which consists of a number of different gardens and houses the national collection of grevillea; open to the public at selected times.

Sutton Park http://www.statelyhome.co.uk/
Virtual tour and information about Georgian home, gardens and woodland park of Sir Reginald and Lady Sheffield near York, its opening times and tours.

The Fort Amynthas Gardens http://www.scarboro.demon.co.uk/garden/
Details of Kay and Edward Easton's garden, with in-depth coverage of earthworms.




The Lost Gardens of Kidderminster http://lostgardensofkidderminster.co.uk/
A tropical style garden in the heart of the Midlands. Includes information about the history and their plantings.

Trees and Fruit in Rural East Anglia http://www.btinternet.com/~treesandfruit/
An amateur gardener's account of growing apples, plums, pears, cherries and various nut trees. Time-of-ripeness schedule for apples, pears and plums.

Trewithen Garden, Cornwall http://www.trewithengardens.co.uk/
Early Georgian house - its name means "House of the Trees". Information on the gardens and their history, map. Details of nurseries and of visitor facilities.

Winsford Walled Garden http://www.winsfordwalledgarden.co.uk/
A restored Victorian walled garden in Devon; open to the public in summer. Information about the history, restoration, design and plantings.




ROSES


ANTIQUE ROSES



Almost Heaven Antique Roses http://www.almostheavenroses.com/
Own-root miniature and antique roses. Based in North Carolina.

Amity Heritage Roses http://www.AmityHeritageRoses.com/
Family-run rose nursery in San Jose, California. Ships antique and modern varieties year-round to all US and protectorate addresses.

Angelique Roses http://www.angelique-roses.com/
A family-owned nursery specializing in roses and offering some other perennials.

Antique Rose Emporium http://www.antiqueroseemporium.com/
Brenham, TX grower of own-root antique roses. Features old roses, including varieties found through rose rustling.

Bay Gardens http://www.baygardens.org/
Bareroot budded Fortuniana rootstock roses. Tampa Bay, Florida area.

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Belle Epoque http://www.belle-epoque.nl/index.php
Over 1000 varieties, located in the Netherlands. Information also available in Dutch.

Bracken Garden Center http://www.brackengardens.com/
Shipping bareroot and own-root roses January through February in the USA.

Bramble and Rose http://www.brambleandrose.com
Own-root roses that grow well in the Oregon maritime climate. In Yachats, Oregon. Specializes in gallicas, albas, rugosas, and species roses.

Brentwood Bay Nurseries http://www.brentwoodbaynurseries.com/
Nursery specializing in perennials and roses. On Vancouver Island's Saanich Peninsula. Also ships to USA.

Bridges Miniature Roses http://www.bridgesroses.com/
More than 80 varieties of miniature roses. Includes growing tips.

Carlton Rose http://www.carltonrose.com/
Specializes in florist varieties.

Cedar Hollow Rose Farm http://www.rosefarm.ca/
Over 130 varieties of organically grown own-root roses. Spring shipping in small pots to Canada only.

Chamblee's Rose Nursery http://www.chambleeroses.com/
Specializes in own-root garden roses, both antique and modern, and has a selection of miniatures.

Cool Roses for Southern Climates http://www.coolroses.com/
Roses especially for southern gardens. Roses budded on Fortuniana rootstock. Tampa Bay, Florida area.

Countryside Roses http://www.countrysideroses.com/
Own-root antique and modern roses especially for the South. Large plants available at nursery in Pass Christian, Mississippi.




David Austin Roses Limited http://www.davidaustinroses.com/
Creators of world-famous 'English Roses'.

Deanna's Legacy Roses http://www.deannaslegacyroses.com
Specializes in own root roses, rare and old, shipped in 9 inch tree bands. Many varieties for the South. Nursery in Alford, Florida.

Edmunds' Roses http://www.edmundsroses.com/
Features hybrid teas, grandifloras, floribundas, and climbers. Also carries shrub and landscape roses, and tree roses.

Garden Valley Ranch http://www.gardenvalley.com/
Rose supplies and modern roses (hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora) available bare-root and potted. Some roses offered only in pots.

Heirloom Roses http://www.heirloomroses.com
We are a retail mailorder nursery specializing in hundreds of old, new and unusual roses.

High Country Roses http://www.highcountryroses.com/
Offers hardy shrub, species and old garden roses, including new Canadian roses, grown on their own roots. Over 180 varieties.

Hortico Nurseries Inc. http://www.hortico.com/
A very large rose catalog. In Canada, but ships worldwide.

Jackson & Perkins Roses http://www.jacksonandperkins.com/
Breeder and seller of roses, particularly hybrid teas.

John's Miniature Roses http://www.johnsminiatureroses.com/
Many varieties of miniatures, including climbing minis. Quart-size pots.

Just Joey's Roses http://www.justjoeysroses.com/
Own-root roses, especially miniatures.




Linda's Antique Roses http://www.antiqueroses.com/
Nursery in San Marcos,Texas. Offering 40 varieties of antique and "found" roses.

Mail-Order Suppliers of Rose Products http://www.mc.edu/~nettles/rofaq/rofaq-mail.html
A list of suppliers with reviews by rec.gardens.roses members.

Martin & Kraus http://www.gardenrose.com/
Ships roses and rose supplies to gardeners in North America and Europe.

Mattocks Roses http://www.notcutts.co.uk/garden/mattocks/index.htm
Established in 1875. A major rose grower in the UK.

Mendocino Heirloom Roses http://www.heritageroses.com/
Specializes in own-root Old Garden Roses.




Michigan Mini Roses http://www.michiganminiroses.com/
Sells miniature roses retail and wholesale, specializing in older and rare varieties.

Muncy Rose Emporium http://www.muncyrose.com/
Florida seller of roses. Will also custom graft.

Name Your Own Rose http://www.name-your-own-rose.com
Seller will register a rose cultivar with buyer's name-of-choice (if available) and deliver cultivar.

Nor'East Miniature Rose, Inc. http://www.noreast-miniroses.com/
Offers a large selection of miniature roses with online ordering.

Northland Rosarium http://www.northlandrosarium.com/
Specializes in virus-free, own-root, hardy roses, both antique and modern.

Old Heirloom Roses http://www.oldheirloomroses.com/
Many old and new varieties of roses grown organically on their own roots. Online catalogue, pest and disease articles and contact information.

Old Rose Nursery http://www.oldrosenursery.com/
Varieties of own-root heritage, rambling, climbing, English, and hardy roses, some not commonly available. Shipment to Canada only.

Orion Farm http://www.orionfarm.com/
Hardy shrub roses grown in Minnesota include old garden, English, Buck, and Canadian winter-hardy.

Peaceful Habitations Rose Gardens http://www.ph-rose-gardens.com/
Texas nursery which specializes in antique roses and companion plants.

Petaluma Rose Company http://www.petrose.com/
Bareroot and own-root roses shipped December to February. Mostly modern roses, with some classics.

Pickering Nurseries Roses http://www.pickeringnurseries.com/
Ontario nursery specializing in a broad variety of rare and antique roses. Ships to US and Canada.

Regan Nursery http://www.regannursery.com/
Grade #1 bareroot roses shipped November through January. Also offers tips and books.

Rose Fire, Ltd. http://www.rosefire.com/
Own-root antique roses shipped in pots. Varieties selected for beauty, fragrance, disease resistance, and hardiness.
Rose Meadow Nursery Miniature Roses http://www.rosemeadow.com/
A large selection of miniatures. Ships only to US addresses.

Rose Peddler Antique Roses http://rosepeddlerantiqueroses.com/
Own-root, antique roses and old favorites shipped by mail. Teas, Chinas, Bermudas, polyanthas, noisettes, found roses and others well suited to southern gardens.

Roseraies Pierre Guillot http://www.rosesguillot.com/roses/
A major and historic French rose nursery. Has its own rose breeding program.

Roses of Yesterday http://www.rosesofyesterday.com/
A family-owned nursery formerly called Roses of Yesterday and Today. Carries rose varieties (both old and modern) not commonly available in the trade.

Roses Unlimited http://www.rosesunlimitedownroot.com/
Nursery in Laurens, South Carolina offering own root antique roses.

Sam Kedem Nursery http://www.kedemroses.com/
Specializes in own-root, hardy roses, including the Buck varieties and Agriculture Canada shrub roses.

Sequoia Nursery http://www.miniatureroses.com/
Features Ralph Moore's miniature roses, along with species roses, old garden roses, and other old and unusual roses.




Spring Valley Roses http://www.springvalleyroses.com/
Specializing in winter hardy roses. Online catalog, books, and information.

Teas Nursery Co., Inc. http://www.teasnursery.com/
Mail order or walk-in sales. Near Houston, Texas.

The Antique Rose Emporium http://www.weareroses.com/
Old garden and antique roses. Two retail stores in Texas.

The Appalachian Rose Nursery http://www.appalachianrose.com/
Over 300 varieties, most grown own-root at the nursery in eastern Tennessee. Most varieties have tested virus-free.

The Uncommon Rose http://www.uncommonrose.com/
Specializing in unusual, old garden, modern, and miniature roses, grown on their own roots and certified virus-free.




The Vintage Rosery http://www.vintagerosery.com
In Fort Bend County, Texas. Specializes in antique roses organically grown. Nursery tours available.

Tiny Petals Miniature Rose Nursery http://www.tinypetalsnursery.com/
Miniature rose nursery founded by Dee Bennett. Offers many varieties.

Valderose Gardens http://www.valderose.com/
Canadian producer of roses from Fryer's, Austin, Harkness, and others. Wholesale only.

Vintage Gardens Antique Roses http://www.vintagegardens.com/
Over 2,000 roses available and an extensive selection of hydrangeas.

Wisconsin Roses http://www.wiroses.com/
Provides quality bare-root maiden roses for exhibitors and rose enthusiasts. Maintains a custom hybridizing program.

Witherspoon Rose Culture http://www.witherspoonrose.com/
Ships February through April. Many varieties of roses of all types.




ROSE SOCIETIES



Canadian Rose Society http://www.canadianrosesociety.org/
Society news and membership information for those wishing to join.

Finnish Rose Society http://www.puutarha.net/ruususeura
Founded 1989. May be read in Finnish, Swedish, and English.

Gold Coast Heritage Rose Group http://www.goldcoastrose.org/
California heritage roses group founded 2001.

Heritage Roses Group http://www.rkdn.org/roses/
Encourages the growing of roses introduced into commerce before 1867. Publishes a quarterly newsletter.

Heritage Roses New Zealand Incorporated http://www.geocities.com/heritagerose/index.html
To ensure the preservation and continued existence of old roses, nurtures interest in the beautiful roses of the past.




New Zealand Rose Society http://www.nzroses.org.nz/
Society and membership information for those wishing to join.

Norwegian Rose Society http://www.norskroseforening.com
If you can read Norwegian, plant sources, public rose gardens in Norway, links to other rose sites, books, a gallery of pictures from members' gardens, and other resources.

Oyama Rose Society http://www.asahi-net.or.jp/~nv1h-ymgc/01x00-e.html
Rose society in Oyama, Japan. Local information, rose show results, and links to international rose society sites.

Society of Roses of Quebec http://www3.sympatico.ca/mor-pol/
In French and English.

The Franklin District Rose Society http://www.geocities.com/ResearchTriangle/Campus/3737/
A rose society in New Zealand. Has many good links for gardens and photos.




The Rose Society of Victoria, Inc. http://www.rosesocietyvic.org.au/
The Rose Society of Victoria, Australia. Links to nurseries, rose-growing advice, other societies, the Australian Rose Breeders Association, and gardens in Australia.

The Royal National Rose Society http://www.rnrs.org
Homepage of the national rose society of Great Britain, with links to display gardens, pictures of roses, and other things beautiful or useful to rose growers.

The World Federation Of Rose Societies http://www.worldrose.org/
An association of the National Rose Societies of 34 countries.

Verein Deutscher Rosenfreunde e.V. http://www.rosenfreunde.de/
Im Verein Deutscher Rosenfreunde finden Rosenliebhaber ein Forum, wo man fachliche Informationen für sein Rosen-Hobby erhält. German rose society.

Wm. Saunders Rose Society http://www3.sympatico.ca/wm.saundersrose/
In Southwest Central Ontario, Canada. Promotes interest in, and appreciation of roses of all kinds.




Gartens mit historischen Rosen



Alterosen.de http://www.alterosen.de/
Bilder eines Gartens mit historischen Rosen. Außerdem werden mögliche Bezugsquellen genannt. [Benötigt Flash]

Der Burggarten im Dornröschenschloss Sababurg http://www.der-burggarten.de
Der Burggarten Sababurg zeigt eine Auswahl von Alten Rosen mit Sorten aus früheren Jahrhunderten bis hin zum Mittelalter und dazu passenden, sorgfältig ausgewählten modernen Rosen.

Die Namen der Rose http://www.namen-der-rosen.de
Biographien zu den Namensgebern vieler Historischer Rosensorten. Oft mit Bild der Rose und des Namensgebers.

Die Welt der Rosen http://www.welt-der-rosen.de/
Interessantes und Wissenswertes über Rosen sowohl botanisch als auch kulturell - von ADR-Rosen über Moosrosen bis zu Züchterporträts. Eine große Gedicht- und Märchensammlung sowie Rezepte.

Europarosarium Sangerhausen http://www.rosarium.de/
Das Sangerhäuser Rosarium kann man heute als eine einmalige Genbank für Rosen bezeichnen.




Galerie mit Rosenfotos http://www.rosenfoto.de
Rosenfotos (Blüten, Strauch, Habitus) mit Schwerpunkt Historische Rosensorten werden über verschiedene Namenslisten zur Suche angeboten. Die Bilder der Fotografin Christine Meile haben Dias im Format 6x6 als Quelle.

Gesellschaft Schweizerischer Rosenfreunde - GSRF http://www.rosenfreunde.ch/
Die Gesellschaft Schweizerischer Rosenfreunde - GSRF wurde gegründet, um ratsuchenden Rosenfreunden zu helfen. Sie ist allen Freunden der Rose zugänglich.

Historische und Englische Rosen Sudwest http://www.sudwest.com
Rosensortiment von 400 alten- und englischen Rosen. Versand nur in der Schweiz.

Kordes Rosen http://kordes-rosen.com/
W. Kordes' Söhne präsentiert 400 Gartenrosensorten, Pflanztips, Pflege und Infos. Rosen, Gartenrosen, Stammrosen und Schnittrosen.

MeineRosen.de http://www.MeineRosen.de
Private Seiten von Biggi über Rosen und ihre Pflege.

Milians Rosenpage http://www.rosen-rosen.ch/
Informationen über alte und historische Rosen.

Pflege, Tipps und viele Bilder rund um das Thema Rosen http://www.rosenberatung.de
Hier gibt es Tipps und Bilder zur Rosenpflege und vielen Rosenarten. Die Rose ist seit Jahrtausenden die Königin der Blumen und will mit Respekt , aber ohne Furcht gepflegt werden.

Rosen in Gärten, Werbung und Kunst http://www.rosenmeile.de
Die erfahrene Sammlerin historischer Rosensorten Christine Meile zeigt Beispiele für die Verwendung der Rose in Gärten, in Zeitschriften, in der Kunst und in der Werbung.

Rosen-Union eG http://www.rosen-union.de
Über 300 Rosensorten im Versand, Grußkartenservice, Newsletter und Informationen zum Rosendorf Steinfurth.

Rosengalerie und Rosenberatung http://roselover.de
Tipps vom Rosenliebhaber zum Umgang mit Rosen, der richtigen Sortenwahl und eine umfangreiche Bildergalerie




Rosentreff.de http://www.rosentreff.de/
Gabriele und Hans-Dieter Zeising präsentieren und dokumentieren ihren privaten Rosengarten in Königswinter mit Schwerpunkt historische Rosen. Viele detaillierte Fotos und Gartenpläne sowie Beschreibung englischer Gärten.

Rosenzucht von Peter Schwörer http://www.peter-schwoerer.de
Aktuelle Rosenneuzüchtungen von der Rosenwerkstatt Peter Schwörer.

Schmid Gartenpflanzen http://www.schmid-gartenpflanzen.de/
Ergänzend zu den Beschreibungen mit Bild gibt es Erfahrungsberichte, Rosentips, Newsletter und ein Diskussionsforum.

Seltene Rosen bewahren http://www.lostbeauties.com/
Verein mit dem Ziel ".. das Auffinden und Sichern von verlorenen und vergessenen Historischen Rosen, um das Erbe der Rosenzüchtungen der Vergangenheit zu bewahren"

VDR Freundeskreis Bremen http://members.aol.com/vdrbremen/
Der Freundeskreis des Verein Deutscher Rosenfreunde e.V. Bremen un Umto. Beratung und Information über Rosen.

Verein Deutscher Rosenfreunde e.V. http://www.rosenfreunde.de
Im Verein Deutscher Rosenfreunde finden Rosenliebhaber ein Forum, wo man fachliche Informationen für sein Rosen-Hobby erhält.






PUBLIC ROSE GARDENS



Albuquerque Rose Garden http://www.albuquerquerose.com/garden.html
Public garden managed by The Albuquerque Rose Society.

International Rose Test Garden http://www.parks.ci.portland.or.us/Gardens/IntRoseTestGarden.htm
Acclaimed rose garden within Washington Park in Portland (Oregon).

John's Rose Garden http://www.johnsrosegarden.org/
Public rose garden created by John Dallas in Napa Valley, California.

Longmont Memorial Rose Garden http://members.fortunecity.com/cnetter/rose_tour/longmont.html
A Longmont, Colorado rose garden dedicated to veterans of the wars.

Maplewood Rose Garden http://www.rochestergardening.com/local/maplwood.html
History and present-day care of American-Rose-Society-recognized public rose garden in Rochester, New York.

New York Botanical Garden: The Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden http://www.nybg.org/gardens/test_garden.php?id_gardens_collections=4
Award-winning garden designed in 1916 and completely rebuilt in 1987, displaying more than 2,700 rose varieties.

Old Roses and Heritage Roses at Morrison Gardens http://www.rkdn.org/roses/
A North Carolina garden with cultivars of antique and old roses.

Richmond Indiana Rose Garden http://www.waynet.org/nonprofit/rosegarden.htm
The oldest A.A.R.S. Public Display Rose Garden in the United States.

Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden http://www.park.co.somerset.nj.us/activities/gardens/RudolfW_vanderGoot.htm
Rose garden in the Somerset County (New Jersey) parks system.

San Jose Heritage Rose Garden http://www.heritageroses.us/
San Jose rose garden dedicated to the study and appreciation of old and endangered roses.

The Old Rose Garden at the Ben Lomond Manor House http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Estates/3961/
Includes fascinating story of how a garden of 200 roses was moved in two days.

Wilson Rose Garden http://www.wilsonrosegarden.com/RoseGarden/index.cfm
Accredited public rose garden in Eastern North Carolina.






Flora and Fauna - Plantae - Magnoliophyta - Magnoliopsida - Rosaceae

Rosa arkansana (2)
Rosa banksiae (1)
Rosa californica (3)
Rosa carolina (2)
Rosa eglanteria (2)
Rosa foetida (2)
Rosa gallica (1)

Rosa glauca (1)
Rosa gymnocarpa (6)
Rosa hugonis (2)
Rosa moyesii (1)
Rosa multiflora (5)
Rosa palustris (1)
Rosa rugosa (1)

Rosa sericea (1)
Rosa setigera (1)
Rosa tomentosa (1)
Rosa villosa (1)
Rosa virginiana (2)
Rosa woodsii (2)






Rosa acicularis http://www.wildfire.org/feis/plants/shrub/rosaci/
Taxonomy, distribution, uses, and ecology.

Rosa brunonii http://www.gardens.co.nz/trinityfarm/Product_detail.cfm?ProdID=155&FamID=Ram pantClimb
Description and photo.

Rosa laevigata http://aquat1.ifas.ufl.edu/roslae.html
Description and photos of the Chinese species known as Cherokee rose.

Rosa majalis http://www.yars.free.net/English/Science/YSU/Dept/Biol/bioldat/flor/rosace33.ru.htm
Photos.

Rosa nutkana http://www.wildfire.org/feis/plants/shrub/rosnut/all_frames.html
Taxonomy, distribution, uses, and ecology.




Rosa pinetorum http://elib.cs.berkeley.edu/cgi/img_query?where-genre=Plant&where-taxon=Rosa +pinetorum
Photos.

Rosa pisocarpa http://elib.cs.berkeley.edu/cgi/img_query?where-genre=Plant&where-taxon=Rosa +pisocarpa
Photos.

Rosa sempervirens http://www.dipbot.unict.it/orto/0739-1.html
Photo.

Rosa spithamea http://elib.cs.berkeley.edu/cgi/img_query?where-genre=Plant&where-taxon=Rosa +spithamea
Photos.

Species Roses http://www.rdrop.com/~paul/species/
Photos and information about six species.







TOPICS AND FORUMS - ROSES






About.com: Roses http://roses.about.com/
Includes links, articles, and pictures.

Bear Rose Farm http://forums.delphiforums.com/bearrosefarm/
A gardening and rose forum.

GardenWeb Rose Forums http://www.gardenweb.com/forums/roses/
Forums on several topics, including antique roses, propagation and exchange, as well as rose galleries for readers to post pictures of their roses.

Rosarians Corner http://www.rosarianscorner.com/
Numerous forums, chatroom, events calendar, rose database, rose gallery/photo storage, and other features.

Rose Forums in Australia http://storeshosting.com/roseforums/
Discussion of roses in Australia, rose propagation and exchange, rose images




Rose Garden - Suite101.com http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/rose_gardening/
A directory of rose-related materials. Includes original articles approximately every two weeks, various rose links, and a forum.

Rose Magazine http://www.rosemagazine.com
Provides rose articles, forum, and chats. Tips for types of roses.

Rosenuts Anonymous http://www.rosenutsanonymous.com
A place for all rose lovers to learn and talk about roses. Tips, articles, links, growing info and forums.

Roses Anciennes http://groups.msn.com/RosesAnciennes
Groupe de discussion sur les roses anciennes en français: rose alba centifolia gallica damascena portlandica borboniana et les roses botaniques et sauvages

Topics - OZ Rose Exchange http://www.storeshosting.com/cgi-bin/roseexchange/discus/discus.cgi
An Australian rose forum




ONLINE RESOURCES FOR BOTANY



American Society of Plant Biologists - Education http://www.aspb.org/education/
Workshops, conferences, resources, list of undergraduate programs, publications, and forum.

Botanical http://www.botanical-online.com/
Personal site with miscellaneous botanical content, including photos, educational information about botany, medicinal and poisonous plants, and gardening. In English and Spanish.

Botanical Concepts http://www.botresearch.com/concepts/
Botanical tutorials for use by undergraduate and graduate level university students of botany, biotechnology, and horticulture.

Botanical Society of the British Isles - Projects http://www.bsbi-projects.org
Information for botany and wildflower enthusiasts within the UK and Europe, featuring the 'Local Change' project in partnership with Plantlife.

Botany Online http://www.biologie.uni-hamburg.de/b-online/
Comprehensive "Internet Hypertextbook" from the University of Hamburg. In German and English.




Cyberbotanica http://biotech.icmb.utexas.edu/botany/
Information from Indiana University's BioTech Project about plant compounds that are used for chemotherapy.

Herbarium (RNG), The University of Reading, UK. http://www.herbarium.reading.ac.uk/
An institution in which can be found both teaching and research opportunities. The Herbarium of the University is part of the School of Plant Sciences.

Macrophyte and Periphyton Lab at Florida International University http://serc.fiu.edu/periphyton/index.htm
Describes current research on Everglades periphyton (algae) and macrophytes (aquatic plants).

Plants-In-Motion http://sunflower.bio.indiana.edu/~rhangart/plantmotion/PlantsInMotion.html
Time-lapse videos of plant behaviors.

Two Views of Helmont's Willow Experiment http://helmont1.tripod.com/index.html
Reprint of an American Biology Teacher article on uses of Helmont's 1648 willow experiment in biology teaching and discussion about the article by an historian and a plant scientist.

University of Hawaii at Manoa Botany Department http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/
Information about faculty, degree programs, and research groups. Includes photo galleries of Hawaiian plants.





Garden History Journal http://www.gardenhistorysociety.org/journal/journal.shtml
Garden History: the Journal of the Garden History Society, based in the UK

Studies in the History of Gardens & Landscapes http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/tf/14601176.html
Studies in the History of Gardens & Designed Landscapes (formerly the Journal of Garden History) publishes scholarly articles on a quarterly basis.














LANDSCAPE DESIGN


Andrew Fisher Tomlin Garden Design http://www.andrewfishertomlin.com
Design and construction of private gardens in Europe, USA and Canada.
Boussard Garden Design http://www.boussarddesign.com
New England garden design resources.
Chinook Gardens http://www.geocities.com/PicketFence/Garden/9873/Entry.html
Offers design services including customized yard designs, herb garden designs, gardening and feng shui consultations
Clearwater Landscapes http://clearwaterlandscapes.com
Interactive landscape design online and free landscaping tips for the do it yourself homeowner.
Creative Landscape Design Solutions http://www.designlandscape.com
Step by step design process assisted by professional landscape designers through a simple process of question and answer.
David Childers' Signature Landscapes http://www.signaturelandscapes.com
Get design help online from award winning Landscape Architect David Childers. Portfolio available
Ezy Rock http://www.ezyrock.com/
Kits and instructional videos to make artificial rocks and boulders for the garden.
Garden Design uk.com http://www.gardendesign-uk.com/
Provides a wealth of resources and information for garden design including the comprehensive Garden Designers Directory and Art In The Garden.
Garden Designer http://www.gardendesigner.com
Browse articles on garden design, ask garden and landscaping questions or shop for garden plants, accessories and gifts.
Grasshopper Garden Escapes http://www.grasshoppergardenescapes.com
Offer on-line landscape design through our "e-scapes" service. We design and install residential landscaping and provide horticultural services.
Helen Billetop http://www.helenbilletop.com
Garden and landscape designer, creating personal gardens for country houses to small urban spaces.
Lighthouse Point Landscaping Design http://www.waterfallsonline.com/default.htm
Unique, one of a kind waterfall gardens, stone work, poolside landscaping.
My Deer Garden http://www.mydeergarden.com/landscape_design.htm
Free and custom garden design services developed with you over the Internet specializing in the use of deer-resistant plants.
Peter Anthony Landscaping, Inc. http://www.landscapeimaging.com/
A full color photo of your home will be generated into a landscaped property using computer design.
Photo-Realistic Gardens http://www.photorealisticgardens.com/
Photographic garden design service for the new gardener.
PlantPlans by lanDEsign http://www.plantplans.com/
An assortment of garden plans for busy and novice gardeners, tailored to your site with simple diagrams and instructions.
RocksNRoots http://www.rocksnroots.com
Let rocks'n'roots take the fear out of those "first time" landscape projects. Brick Pavers, Retaining Walls, Decorative Stones & Mulch, Boulders, Flagstone, Wallstone & Steps. Seminars
Squash Gardens http://www.squashgardens.com/
Contemporary garden design and creation in the UK and abroad






About Landscaping http://landscaping.about.com
Information for homeowners on hardscape and softscape elements in landscape design. Includes a chat room and forum.
Basic Principles of Landscape Design http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/scripts/htmlgen.exe?DOCUMENT_MG086
Essay explaining how to combine elements of art and science to create a functional, aesthetic landscape.
Conway School of Landscape Design http://www.csld.edu/
Massachusetts based graduate program of environmentally sound site design and land use planning.
Energy Savers: Landscaping http://www.eren.doe.gov/consumerinfo/energy_savers/landscaping.html
Information on using landscaping to reduce energy bills.
High Country Gardens Tips http://www.highcountrygardens.com/articles/
Articles about planning and creating a drought tolerant and water-wise, easy-care garden.
Home Garden Design http://www.acsedu.co.uk/LdscDesign
Home Landscaping course. Optional assignments and award of merit available for a small fee.
Ilona's Reflecting Pool Garden http://www.geocities.com/reflectpool/gardening.html
Garden design ideas, with an emphasis on gardening in the Midwest region.
IPM-Based Landscape Design http://www.efn.org/~ipmpa/des-cnsd.html
Discusses specific design and construction practices to help minimize the reliance on pesticides.
Landscape Design School http://www.landscape-designer.co.nz
Home study course to help prepare the student for a career as a professional landscape designer.
Landscaping for Energy Efficiency http://www.eren.doe.gov/erec/factsheets/landscape.html
Designing landscapes to reduce heating and cooling costs.
Landscaping to Attract Birds http://www.bcpl.net/~tross/by/attract.html
Introduction and instructions on inviting birds into your landscape.
Less Lawn http://www.lesslawn.com
More sensible landscaping for gardeners and nature lovers... practical steps to shrink your lawn and grow your pleasure.
Plants of Horticulture http://www.hcs.ohio-state.edu/hort/plants.html
Photos and text describing over 600 ornamental plants. A database from Ohio State University.
Suite101: Designing Home Landscapes http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/17244
Ongoing series of articles on a variety of home landscaping topics, from plant choice and designing around problems to tours of gardens around the world.
Sustainable Trees and Shrubs http://www.uri.edu/research/sustland/
Provides information on tolerance, resistance, selection, and planting.
Sustainable Urban Landscape http://www.sustland.umn.edu/index.html
Using the criteria of sustainability to develop landscapes to conserve resources, restrict chemical use and reduce labor inputs.
The Wise Gardener http://www.thewisegardener.com/
Tropical gardening site originating in South Florida combining humor with information on palms, cacti and succulents; cooking with herbs and spices and garden decorating tips.
Wise Water-Use Landscape http://www.bae.ncsu.edu/programs/extension/publicat/wqwm/ag508_2.html
Planning and designing an attractive, useful, and water efficient landscape.







Abundant Landscape Design http://www.aldaz.com/
Firm based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Accent Land Design http://www.accentbrick.com/
Accent land design-landscape architects and contractors located in Libertyville, Illinois.
Acorn Landscapes http://acornlandscapes.com/
Offering conceptual landscape design, photo-realistic visualizations, planting plans and an interactive, online format.
Alexander Bartlett http://www.alexanderbartlett.com
Work samples, background information and contact information for this landcsape architectural designer based in Toronto, Canada.
Ann Nevett Landscape Architects http://www.anla.co.uk/
Professional landscape architect consultancy based in Glasgow, UK.
April Philips Design Works http://www.apdw.com
Portfolio of urban, work place, resort and residential landscape architecture. Includes profile, awards, history, philosophy, sustainable approach, contacts and a broken Vitruvius that begs to fixed. Located in California.
AQL Landscape Architecture http://www.aql.net.au
Australian firm providing services for commercial, local government and residential properties. Includes examples of work, awards and firm history.
Association of Professional Landscape Designers http://www.apld.com/
U.S. national association that establishes and encourages standards of excellence in landscape design. News, resources, education, plus information on local chapters and membership.
Avery Design http://www.avery-design.net/
Landscape design and consultation firm specializing in perennial and specialty gardens for residences and businesses.
Baker Land Design http://www.bakerlanddesign.com/
Services include landscape architecture, land planning and custom residential.
Big Muddy Workshop Inc. http://www.bigmuddyworkshop.com
A landscape architecture and interpretive planning firm serving select clients in the Missouri River region. Site includes projects and news.
BioDesign http://users.bigpond.net.au/BioDesign
Australian firm offering ecologically-sustainable landscape planning, design and management. Services, philosophy, portfolio and team.
Blasen Landscape Architecture http://www.blasengardens.com/
A California firm creating modern, city and country gardens, along with landscape features and furniture.
Brian Higley http://brianhigley.com/about.htm
Landscape architect and modern site designer working in the Hudson Valley, New York.
Callander Associates http://www.callanderassociates.com/
Landscape architecture and planning firm located in San Mateo and Rancho Cordova, California.
Campbell & Campbell http://www.campbellcampbell.com/
Informational website that describes the firm, including design philosophy, photos of current and past projects, and resumes of firm principals and associates.
Campbell Landscape http://gotolandscape.com/
Provides design, construction, and management services throughout California's Santa Clara Valley. Includes a portfolio of completed projects.
Captured Sea Inc. http://www.capturedsea.com/
Designs specific to water landscaping and fountains.
Carducci & Associates, Inc. http://www.carducciassociates.com/
Landscape architecture, planning, urban design in the San Francisco Bay Area region & beyond.
Carole Boleman http://www.caroleboleman.com/
Specializing in residential landscape and subdivision design located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Carters Landscape http://carterslandscape.com/
Located in Jackson,TN.- design and instillation of landscapes,hardscapes,and water features.
Chris & Charlotte Webb Landscapes http://www.cwebb.com.au/
Conservation management plans, farm plans, flora studies, horticultural consultants.
Christine Hawthorn - Landscape Architect http://www.christinehawthorn.co.nz/
New Zealand landscape design and planning business providing services for projects of every size, from the Bay Of Islands to Auckland.
Christopher Maguire http://www.christophermaguire.co.uk/
A qualified and practicing architect and garden designer with many years experience, offers a complete design for house and garden.
Ciavonne and Associates http://www.ciavonne.com/
Landscape design firm specializing in commercial and residential planning located in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Cincinnati Fountain Co. http://www.cincinnatifountainco.com/
A full service fountain company offering, fountain sales, components, design, service and installation.
Claire Pernod-Fantini Landscape http://www.architectepaysage.com/indexuk.htm
Landscape architect in France creates landscape design solutions for residential clients in the south of France.
Clear Cut Urban Forestry http://www.urbanforestry.co.uk/
Designing landscapes for the built environment.
Creative Environments http://creativeenvironments.ws/
Northern California landscape design and installation firm has served Sonoma, Marin and Napa county homeowners since 1978.
CSM Design http://www.csm-design.com/
Golf architecture, master planning & landscape architecture.
Cypark Sdn Bhd http://www.cypark.com.my
A sustainable landscape firm in Malaysia largely focused on sustainable design and construction of green environments. Includes profile, portfolio philosophy and contacts.
Dahan, Shimi http://www.shimi.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/
A portfolio of landscape architecture projects, resume and links located in Israel.
Daniel Weinbach & Partners, Ltd. http://www.dwpltd.com/
A full-service landscape architectural firm located in Chicago, Illinois.
Darwin Webb Landscape Architects http://www.darwinwebb.com/
Landscape architectural services focusing on fine residential garden design.
Dave Shows & Associates http://www.daveshows.com/
Services range from simple design consultations to fully designed and detailed construction documents.
David Bartsch & Associates http://www.david-bartsch.com
Massachusetts firm providing site planning, design, and project management services. Includes portfolio, project outlines and contact information.
David Gates and Associates http://www.dgates.com/
A landscape architecture, urban design and land planning firm in Danville, California.
David Watson http://www.watson.u-net.com/homepage.htm
CV and resource for Landscape Architects and students of Landscape Architecture who have an interest in Information Technology.
Deecom http://www.deecom.com.au/
A team of designers and landscapers create environments that are functional and aesthetic. Located in Australia.
DesignWorks, LC http://www.designworkslc.com/
Landscape architecture, town planning and urban design services located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Douglas Hills Associates, Inc. http://chicagolandscapearchitecture.com/
Landscape architects in Evanston, near Chicago, specializing in commercial, health care and residential architecture.
Douglas Hoerr Landscape Architecture, Inc. http://www.dhoerr.com/
A landscape architecture firm that specializes in garden and landsape design, public and private, located in Chicago, Illinois.
earthartist.com http://www.earthartist.com
Design portfolio of Mike Salisbury. Areas of interest include - sacred and sanctified earthworks, landscape icons, environmental psychology and urban land reclamation.
Eckersley Stafford Design http://www.eckersleystafford.com.au/main.htm
Garden design and consulting business located in Kooyong, Australia.
Eco Plan South http://www.LandscapeArchitecture.com/
Landscape architecture, urban design and historic preservation firm located in Columbia, South Carolina.
Elite Landscaping, Inc. http://www.landofelite.com/
Exterior and interior landscape design and installation serving the Metropolitan area from Lake George to Manhattan rooftops and anywhere in between.
Environmental Designs http://www.environmentaldesigns.net/
Landscape construction, design, maintenance and installation.
Evan C. Lai Landscape Design http://ecllandscapes.com/
Provides custom landscape design, construction and maintenance for the New York Metropolitan area.
Falling Water Design http://www.fallingwaterdesigns.net/
A landscaping company providing services in the greater Seattle area. Specializes in water features, ponds, floral arrangements, water falls, and other landscape artistry. Offers a portfolio.
g2+1 LLC http://www.g2plus1.com/
Full service landscape architecture, site planning and graphics; located in Salisbury, New Hampshire.
Gardenonline http://home.tiscali.be/olga/
Italian-born landscape architect Daniele Cavalieri, based in Belgium, and multi-lingual. CV and gallery of photographs and plans.
Gary Duff Designs http://www.garyduffdesigns.com/
Provides hundreds of pictures displaying various designed landscapes by the organization. Displays the philosophy of the organization in a textual and graphic manner.
Giardini d'arte http://www.giardinidarte.it/indexe.html
Park and garden planning located in Italy.
Gillman-Rose Landscape Architects & Contractors http://www.gillmanrose.com/
Houston, TX. residential landscape architecture design/build firm. Site has contact information.
GreenWorks, P.C. http://www.greenworkspc.com/
Bringing together the science, art, and economics of building significant places and environments. Located in Portland, Oregon.
Gregg Bleam Landscape Architects http://www.gbla.net/
A landscape architecture firm specializing in site and landscape design. Located in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Grever & Ward, Inc. http://www.greverandward.com/
Landscape architecture and cemetery planning.
Hargreaves Associates http://www.hargreaves.com/firm/publications.html
Information on the landscape architecture and planning firm.
Heritage Farm http://home.earthlink.net/~prairiesmoke
A full service landscaping and resource consultancy company that provides outdoor settings that satisfy the client and a site's ecology.
Hidden Valley Nursery Inc. http://www.hiddenvalleynurseryinc.com/
Garden design including patios ponds, pools, stone walls, flowers, waterfalls, ornamental shade tree, water feature, walkway, pergola, bluestone. New Jersey
Historical Courtyards and Gardens http://www.historicalcourtyards.com/
Architectural landscape designs and formal courtyard plans. Located in Berkeley, Michigan.
Hitchcock Design Group http://www.hitchcockdesigngroup.com/
Land planning and landscape architecture firm specializing in planning & design for the following sectors: urban/public, recreation, healthcare, education and real estate development.
HM White Site Architects http://www.hmwhitesa.com/
An award winning landscape architectural and urban design firm providing comprehensive services in site design, site planning, urban design and master planning for the public and private sector.
Hodgins & Day http://www.hodginsandday.ca/
A landscape architecture office located in Westmount, Quebec.
Hugh Dargan Associates http://www.dargan.com/
Specialists in the fine art of landscape architecture.
Ian Stubbs Landscape Design http://www.landscapedesign.freeserve.co.uk/
The practice specialises in both commercial and residential landscape design in the UK and internationally. Site contains fully illustrated CV and business aims and services.
Insite Environments http://www.insite-e.co.uk/
UK based firm specialising in creative landscape architecture and virtual reality modeling.
Integrated Site Design http://www.i-s-d.com/
Seattle-based landscape architecture firm with a focus on commercial and high-end residential projects.
International Equestrian Design http://www.iedsopra.com/
Landscape architects with a focus on equestrian venues. Services include master planning & design, project management, and construction planning & supervision for projects of all sizes.
International Federation of Landscape Architects http://www.ifla.net/
Official Site.
Jacobs/Ryan Associates http://www.jacobsryan.com/
Landscape architectural design firm practice located in Chicago, Illinois.
James Dean & Associates http://www.jamesdeandesign.com/
Landscape architecture design and planning services for commercial and residential projects. Member ASLA.
Jardin Passion http://www.jardinpassion.com/
Landscape designers creating out door environments in Northern New Jersey, and the Caribbean.
Joan Rigola http://www.rigola.com/
Spanish architect's CV, Projects.
Jonathan Alderson Landscape Architects http://www.jonathanalderson.com/
Designs creative solutions for a variety of residential, commercial and institutional clients in the MidAtlantic.
JW Landscape Design Architecture http://www.wiede-landscape-design.com/
Swiss based landscape architect specializing in corporate landscape design, japanese garden and Feng Shui.
JWH Design http://www.jwhdesign.btinternet.co.uk/
Professional landscape and garden design service - from survey, consultancy to final design.
Kikuchi & Associates http://www.kikuchiandassociates.com/
Landscape architecture firm located in San Francisco Bay area.
Kim Wilkie Associates http://www.kimwilkie.com/
English landscape architecture firm, responsible for the Thames Landscape Strategy, Moscow Botanic Garden and other projects.
L & R Suburban Landscaping, Inc. http://www.lrsuburbanlandscaping.com/
Complete commercial and residential landscaping installations and developments in Minnesota .
Land Design, Inc. http://www.landdesign.com/
Firm of over 130 employees, located in six offices throughout the southeastern United States.
Land Image http://www.elandimage.com/
California landscape architecture and design firm designing skateparks, landscapes, and irrigation designs.
Land Studio http://www.landstudio.ws/
A landscape architecture firm located in the San Francisco Bay Area specializing in site architecture and urban design.
Landmark Environmental Consultants http://www.thelandmarkpractice.com/
Environmental consultants and landscape architects providing landscape assessments, ecological surveys and urban design.
Landscape Agency http://www.landscapeagency.co.uk/
A multi-disciplinary UK consultancy bringing together all aspects of landscape and environmental work.
Landscape Architect's E-mail Directory http://www.watson.u-net.com/la-emdir.htm
A free service.
Landscape Associates http://www.landscapeassociates.com/
A full service landscape architecture firm serving the Pacific Northwest -- British Columbia and Washington state.
Landscape by Design http://www.landscapebydesign.co.uk
Landscape architects based in Birmingham, UK. Includes a gallery of projects.
Landscape2go http://www.landscape2go.com/
Landscape design using recycled glass pebbles, indoor/outdoor glass pavers, and tiles. Offices in Los Angeles, California and Liege, Belgium.
Latis http://www.asla.org/latis/latis_toc.html
Landscape Architecture Technical Information Series Online
Lee-Wolfe and Associates http://www.lee-wolfe.com/
Landscape architect and project management firm offering resumes, completed projects, and details on domestic and overseas services; based in Walnut Creek, CA.
Lewis Scully Gionet, Inc. http://www.lsginc.com/
Landscape architecture, land planning and urban design firm with offices located in Tysons Corner, Virginia, USA.
Living Landscapes http://www.landscapesbyloretta.com/
Residential and commercial landscape architecture design services. Located Indiana.
Livingston Eyre Associates http://www.livingstoneyre.co.uk/
London-based landscape architecture and urban design practice.
Liz Lake Associates http://www.lizlake.com/
Located in Stansted, Essex chartered landscape architects undertaking projects in both the rural and urban environments.
Lost West Landscape Architecture and Construction http://www.lostwest.com/
Los Angeles based landscape architecture and construction firm.
Maple Landscapes http://www.maple-landscapes.com
Full service landscape gardening services. Includes samples of completed projects.
Marc Peter Keane http://www.mpkeane.com/
A licensed landscape architect, garden designer, writer, and artist who has lived in Kyoto, Japan for the past 15 years.
Mark Beall & Associates http://www.mbeall.com/
A landscape architectural firm featuring traditional and contemporary design for residential and commercial projects. Located in Los Angeles, California.
Marshall Tyler Rausch http://www.mtrla.com/
Landscape architecture firm located in Pittsburgh, PA.
Mathews Nielsen Landscape Architecture http://www.mnlandscape.com/
Provides services in landscape architecture, urban design, and environmental planning to educational, cultural and institutional clients throughout the United States.
Maxwell Design Group, Inc. http://landscapearchitect.net/
Landscape architecture and planning firm providing professional service to Hawaii and the Pacific Rim.
Mayne Wilson & Associates http://www.maynewilson.com.au/
Landscape Architects and Heritage Landscape Consultants, Sydney, Australia.
McCobb & Associates http://www.mccobbassociates.com/
Landscape Architecture and urban design located in New York City.
Melendrez Design Partners http://www.melendrez.com/
A downtown Los Angeles based, Woman Business Enterprise, providing landscape architecture, planning and urban design.
Meyer Bongirno and Myers Schmalenberger Landscape Architects http://www.msidesign.com/
Landscape architects, urban designers, and planners.
Miller Company http://www.millercomp.com/
Offers personal and comprehensive landscape planning, design, and construction service in the San Francisco Bay Area.
OMG http://www.omgstudio.com/
Favors bold, modernist design, simplicity and elegance. Located in Berkeley, California.
One Earth Landscape http://www.oneearthlandscape.com/
Designs and builds landscapes in the greater Boulder area.
Oslund and Associates http://www.oaala.com/
Provides master planning, site planning and landscape architectural design services. Includes philosophy, profile, portfolio of commercial, golf course and residential projects, and contacts. Located in Minnesota
Park Slope Design http://www.parkslopedesign.net/
Landscape designer, Joan Grabel, located in Los Angeles California, provides landscape design in order to create an aesthetic architectural and natural setting.
Patricia Johanson http://patriciajohanson.com/
Biography and examples of work.
Patricia Lemmerman http://www.lemmerman-rla.com/
Registered Landscape Architect and Planner trained in horticulture, ecology, storm water management, grading and construction for residential, commercial and institutional property.
Pedersen Associates http://www.pedersenassociates.com/
San Rafael, CA firm providing design services and planning for the high end residential, commercial, medical, education and entertainment industries. Includes projects, firm profile, and contact information.
Perkins Design Associates http://www.perkinsdesign.com/
Located in the San Francisco Bay area focuses on master planning, site planning, urban design of destination resorts, residential and commercial communities.
Peter DeWick & Associates http://www.landscapeplanning.bigstep.com/
Landscape architects, site planners, and certified arborists. South Florida
Peter Fudge Landscape Design http://www.peterfudgegardens.com.au/
Contemporary and classic landscape design for Australian domestic gardens.
PKM Design Group, Inc. http://www.pkmdg.com/
Denver, Colorado firm specializing in design and planning for landscape architecture and environmental projects.
Price and Humphreys http://www.phl.co.nz/
Landscape architects, landscapers and gardeners who have the talent and expertise to turn your property into a paradise. Located in Posonby, Auckland.
Promim Landscape Planning & Urban Design Co Ltd. http://www.promim.com/
Landscape & urban design projects site has firm information located in Ankara, Turkey.
R and M Earthworks & Landscape Co. http://www.oamweb.com/business/rmlandscape/
From design to reality - Creating landscapes in harmony with nature.
Reckless Orchard http://www.recklessorchard.com/
Profile for this landscape architecture practice in Wales. Includes a portfolio of work.
Redmon Design Company http://www.redmondesign.com/
Florida-based landscape architecture firm specializing in custom residential projects.
Reed Hilderbrand Associates, Inc. http://www.reedhilderbrand.com/
Landscape Architecture firm specializing in site design.
Room 4.1.3 Pty Ltd http://www.room413.com.au/
Landscape design work of Richard Weller and Vladimir Sitta.
Rundell Ernstberger Associates http://www.reasite.com/
Mid-western US firm offering landscape architecture, urban design, and land planning services.
Scape http://www.kostudio.com
Information on Kate Orff's New York-based site design and research office.
Schwartz Associates http://www.schwartzassociates.com/
Planning and landscape architecture firm providing consulting and design services for residential, commercial, retail, recreation and resort projects.
Signature Landscape http://www.signaturekc.com/
Landscape architecture firm located in Olathe, Kansas.
Simmonds & Assoc. http://www.landdzyn.com/
Offers expertise in landscape architecture, site planning, and urban design in Northern California, Marin County, Bay Area.
Sky Spirals http://www.sky-spirals.org/
Devoted to the creation of projects in the landscape linking art to the exploration of nature.
SLA Studio Land http://www.slastudioland.com/
International firm specializing in master planned communities, resorts, business parks, botanical gardens, parks, New Urbanism developments, hotels and entertainment retail projects. Includes history, portfolio and contacts.
Smith & Smith Landscape Architects Environmental Planners, Inc. http://www.smith2.com/
Designing hotels/resorts, residential communities as well as corporate and academic campuses.
Society of Garden Designers http://www.sgd.org.uk/
U.K.-based organisation representing professional practitioners offers directory of members and advice on engaging a garden designer.
Soft Park Design http://plantpacks.com/
Image-based website of Paula Hayes, a landscape design artist based in New York City, who has developed Plantpacks, soft wearable containers for plants.
Softscapes Landscapes for Living http://www.softscapes.com/
Custom landscapes, rockwork, waterfalls, ponds, fountains and garden gates.
Sophia Meeres landscape architect http://architectepaysagiste.com/indexuk.htm
Urban designer and planner in france and uk. Landscape analysis and planning, conservation and development studies.
SSA Landscape Architects, Inc. http://www.ssala.com/
California firm presents a portfolio of recreation facilities, parks, schools, habitat restoration landscapes, municipal facilities, streetscapes, corporate and private projects. Includes profile, contacts, awards and contacts.
Stan Clauson Associates http://www.scaplanning.com/
Full service planning firm. Addressing your project needs, including landscape architecture, environmental studies, traffic and engineering, and economic analysis.
Stonefield Development Consultants http://www.stonefield.net/
Project management, land use planning, public consultation/land use approvals, landscape design.
Stoneworks Custom Waterfalls & Stone http://members.aol.com/chris%20stoneworks/Home001.html
Designers of custom features.
Sudbury Design Group http://www.sudburydesign.com/
A site planning and landscape architecture firm providing consulting and design services for residential and commercial projects in the New England area.
Sue James Landscape Design http://www.sjld.co.uk/
The practice offers full landscape design and implementation service. Registered practice in Oxfordshire.
Terra Firma Landscape Inc. http://www.terrafirmalandscapeinc.com/
A multi disciplinary landscape construction company servicing Southern California.
The Alhambra Group http://www.alhambragroup.net/
Landscape architecture and facilities planning. An independent consulting firm located in Temecula, California.
The Landplan Group http://www.thelandplangroup.com/
Landscape architecture, planning, design, and analysis in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Landscape Alliance http://www.landscape-alliance.com/
Site planning, landscape architecture, site irrigation, park and recreation planning for residential and commercial sites.
The Office of James Burnett http://www.officeofjamesburnett.com/
A Houston-based landscape architecture firm. The firm currently has major urban projects in London, Chicago, Atlanta and Houston, and healthcare projects throughout the United States.
Trevor Bridge Associates Ltd http://www.tbridgea.co.uk/home.html
Landscape architecture, urban design, environmental planning, located in Lancashire.
Ultra Turf, Inc. http://www.ultraturfinc.com/
Site gives information about an owner-operated full-service landscape and lawn care company serving the Northern Virginia area since 1987.
Van Yahres Associates Campus Planners http://www.vanyahres.com/
Landscape architect firm specializing in master planning, for college and university campuses.
Waterman Design Associates, Inc. http://www.watermandesign.com/home.htm
A full service site design firm offering civil engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, regulatory and environmental permitting, wetlands consulting and land planning.
William Peters Landscape Architect, Inc. http://www.gardenart.net/
Northern California landscape architecture firm that specializes in high-end residential designs incorporating sculpture and swimming pools into landscaped environment.
WinnScapes http://www.winnscapes.com/
Services include creative landscape design and construction, planting services, water features, lighting and maintenance, for residential and commercial customers. Located in Gahanna, Ohio.
Wood+Partners Inc. http://www.woodandpartners.com/
Landscape architects and land planners, specializing in resort planning, golf course communities and recreation planning.
Zucker Design Associates http://www.zuckerdesign.net/
Californian firm providing services for high-end residential and commercial projects Includes portfolio, profile, and contact information.



Residential Landscape Architecture : Design Process for the Private Residence (4th Edition) by Norman K. 

Booth, James E. Hiss (Hardcover) New Complete Guide to Landscaping: Design, Plant, Build (Better Homes and Gardens(R)) by Better Homes 

and Gardens (Editor) (Paperback) Designing Your Gardens and Landscapes : 12 Simple Steps for Successful Planning by Janet 

Maconovich


EDUCATIONAL COURSS IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN


Educational courses in garden design and history http://gardenvisit.com/in/c.htm
A guide to educational courses in garden design and garden history in England and Scotland
Inchbald School of Design http://www.inchbald.co.uk/
Vocational MA, PGDip, Diploma and Certificate courses in interior and garden design and shorter courses for professional development and recreation.
Institute of Garden Design http://www.inst.org/gd/
Training in garden and landscape design in Pennsylvania and in England.
John Brookes garden courses http://www.denmans-garden.co.uk/index.html
Information on John Brookes garden courses at Denmans and elsewhere.
Open College of the Arts courses in garden design http://www.oca-uk.com/courses/garden_interior/gard_int_main.php
OCA courses in garden design and other apsects of art (painting, drawing, sculpture, etc).
The English Gardening School - London http://www.englishgardeningschool.co.uk/SchoolProfile.htm
Garden design courses at the Chelsea Physic Garden.
The University of Greenwich - School of Architecture and Construction http://www.gre.ac.uk/schools/a-and-c/design/landscape.htm
University of Greenwich BA and MA courses in landscape architecture, garden design and garden history.
Writtle College http://www.writtle.ac.uk/courses/index.htm
Courses in gardens and landscape management







	
Garden Design: How to Be Your Own Landscape Architect by Robin Williams (Hardcover) Your Complete Landscape and Garden Designer (DVD-Rom) by Valusoft (DVD-ROM) — Windows XP Complete Idiot's Guide to Landscaping Illustrated (The Complete Idiot's Guide) by Joel Lerner 

(Paperback)


ONLINE RESOURCES FOR LANDSCAPE DESIGN


3D Landscape and Garden Software http://www.myfamilysoftware.com/3dlan2delhom.html
Computer software for garden and home design.
CS Design http://www.cs-design.com/
A software company that develops computer aided design software products for landscape and environmental applications.
Drafix Software http://www.drafix.com
Produces software for landscaping professionals.
Eagle Point Software - LANDCADD Division http://www.eaglepoint.com/LANDCADD/
Landscape design software company
Garden & landscape design software http://www.gardencomposer.com/
3D Garden Composer - home & garden design software.
Garden Graphics http://www.gardengraphics.com/
Providing design and business software for the landscape industry, and offering CAD, quotation, and job-costing modules.
LIH Landscape Information Hub: Computing http://www.lih.gre.ac.uk/compute/compute.htm
Discussion of alternative graphic software for landscape architecture.
LSI Software Inc. http://www.lsisoft.com/
Produces fully integrated software for landscape design and estimation applications, with planning and imaging views. Includes downloadable trial copies.
PlantAmerica http://www.plantamerica.com/
Multimedia tools for horticulture and design
UCLA Extension http://www.uclaextension.edu/index.cfm?href=/online_landscape_arch/index.cfm
Online courses in landscape architecture from the University of California at Los Angeles
Virtual Landscapes http://www.gsd.harvard.edu/~servin/vrlandscape/long-version.html
A paper by Stephen Ervin on the use of computers in landscape design.
Visual Impact Imaging http://www.visualimpactimaging.com
Produces software for landscaping professionals.
Website Architecture http://www.websitearchitecture.co.uk/
Discussion of the relationships between website design, architecture and landscape architecture.




Residential Landscape Architecture : Design Process for the Private Residence (4th Edition) by Norman K. 

Booth, James E. Hiss (Hardcover) New Complete Guide to Landscaping: Design, Plant, Build (Better Homes and Gardens(R)) by Better Homes 

and Gardens (Editor) (Paperback) Designing Your Gardens and Landscapes : 12 Simple Steps for Successful Planning by Janet 

Maconovich alt= Landscape Plans (Paperback, 1989)
Author: Ron Lutsko Jr.Illustrated by: Robyn Sherrill Menigoz


	Garden Design: How to Be Your Own Landscape Architect by Robin Williams (Hardcover) Gardening With Light & Color  (Hardcover, 2000)
Author: Marylyn Abbott Thoughts On Garden Design: Inspiration, Style, Structure, Color, Planting  Marylyn Abbott The Garden Design Book  (Hardcover, 1997)
Author: Cheryl Merser Garden Design for Small Spaces: From Backyards to Balconies to Rooftops  Keith Corlett Grounds for Review: The Garden Festival in Urban Planning and Design  Andrew C. Theokas Complete Idiot's Guide to Landscaping Illustrated (The Complete Idiot's Guide) by Joel Lerner 

(Paperback) Burpee 3D Garden Designer 3.0 (Jewel Case)
Other products by Encore Software Better Homes and Gardens Landscaping and Deck Designer by Chief Architect (CD-ROM) — Windows XP / Me / 

2000 / 98 / NT Your Complete Landscape and Garden Designer (DVD-Rom) by Valusoft (DVD-ROM) — Windows XP Kyoto Gardens Mercury Software Japan Inc Trading Spaces by Activision


3D Home Landscape Design 5 Other products by Riverdeep