Gardening Techniques of Traditional Gardens in China

In terms of gardening techniques, traditional gardens in China "admire nature, learn from it", use natural conditions in a limited space to simulate the beautiful scenery in nature, organically integrate architecture, landscape and plants, unify natural beauty and artificial beauty, and create an artistic complex that is harmonious with the natural environment and integrated with man and nature.

Landscape-oriented

The landmark landscape is the most important element of the courtyard, followed by architectural style and flowers and trees.

The meaning of plants is clear.

Garden plants have a clear meaning and strict positioning. Such as planting bamboo in the back of the house, osmanthus in front of the hall, peony in the flower bed, phoenix tree in front of the table, banana in the corner, Pinus bungeana on the slope and lotus in the pool.

Color neutralization

The quadrangles in China are neutral in color, mostly grayish white.

The composition curve is quiet

The composition is mainly curved, pay attention to the winding path. The courtyard structure is mainly composed of wooden pavilions, terraces, corridors and pavilions, and the moon gate and tile walls with lattice windows play the role of blocking or guiding or dividing the sight and path.

Think big from small.

The method of "seeing the big from the small" is often adopted. By comparing the size, height, straightness and reality of the garden road, methods such as shielding the scenery, borrowing scenery, looking up, extending and increasing ups and downs are used to expand the sense of space.