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A garden is a planned space, usually outdoors, set aside for the display, cultivation, and enjoyment of plants and other forms of nature. The garden can incorporate both natural and man-made materials. The most common form is known as a residential garden. Western gardens are almost universally based around plants. Zoos, which display wild animals in simulated natural habitats, were formerly called zoological gardens. Some traditional types of eastern gardens, such as Zen gardens, use plants sparsely or not at all. Food-producing gardens are distinguished from farms by their smaller scale, more labor-intensive methods, and their purpose (enjoyment of a hobby rather than produce for sale). The gardening article discusses the differences and similarities between gardens and farms in greater detail.
Gardening is the activity of growing and maintaining the garden. This work is done by an amateur or professional gardener. A gardener might also work in a non-garden setting, such as a park, a roadside embankment, or other public space. Landscape architecture is a related professional activity with landscape architects tending to specialise in design for public and corporate clients.
Garden planning and design
Garden planning and garden design may be undertaken by a professional. A landscape architect is a professional who can plan and realise outdoor spaces. A garden designer is usually trained to plan and realise residential gardens. The planner must give consideration to many factors:
- Purpose
- Existing conditions
- Financial constraints
- Maintenance implications
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Landscape Association - Find out about membership and events or view a list of current members.
Alaglass Pools - Details on swimming pools, pricing, maintenance, and dealer locations.
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Generator Power Solutions - Specializing in supplying standby power generation. Sells small generators to business owners and homeowners. Offices in Aiken, Columbia and Florence.
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Morningstar Mini-Storage - Provides information on outside storage units and warehouses in several locations across the state.
Meta Description: [ Provides outside storage units and warehouse in North and South Carolina. ]
SCPest.Com - Comprehensive directory of pest management companies in the state. Search by county or find tips for homeowners.
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South Carolina Pest Control Association - Organization for exterminators and pest control technicians; includes calendar of events, member directory, and related links.
