63 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com Since wealthy Egyptians first created formal gardens in 2,000 B.C.E., civilizations all over the world have taken pleasure in establishing dedicated outdoor spaces. These earliest gardens were laid out symmetrically and were also used to grow fresh produce. Later, after the Roman conquest of Britain in 43 B.C.E, ornamental gardens were established for the rich and powerful. As few of these sites have ever been excavated, presumably the designs traveled with the Italians. They likely adapted the plans, which perhaps included a courtyard surrounded by statues, fountains, pools, plants and a dining space, for the British climate. During Europe’s medieval era, monks grew flowers and herbs within their cloisters’ walled courtyards. This ancient BY SARAH ROSE Sometimes the grass is just greener Gorgeous Gardens www.TopTenHomesSold.com | www.ChsAgents.com | www.CarolinaRealEstatePodcast.com
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