Man is a part of nature and his desire to be in nature can be fulfilled by landscape gardening. Gardens at home, offices and cities are places of respite and landscape gardens at public places are for enjoyment. Gardening is a joy and it is by far the most popular outdoor hobby in the world. It appeals to people of all ages in all places. It provides opportunity to observe closely the ways of nature, wonders of growth and the excitement of every gardening season. Ecology sees man as part of nature.
Landscape architecture helps in bringing man closer to nature by allowing him to think about the scenic visual quality of outdoor space. Landscape designing is cheerful, colorful, and refreshing. Landscape creates a stimulating environment. The relationship of human beings with the surrounding physical environment is long and instinctive.
It is developed gradually right from childhood through paintings, poetry, literature, films, television and while observing flowers and plants. A garden is considered as an extension of the house while parks in towns are considered as lungs with clear air for citizens. Thus gardens and parks give an opportunity to develop man’s love for nature. According to psychologists crime is also reduced under healthy environment
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