Arboretum in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Knot Garden
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 11, 2020
1. The Knot Garden Marker
Inscription.
The Knot Garden. . The formal knot expresses the traditional elegance of the garden design which originated in Europe during the 16th century. Knot garden designs are geometrically patterned on a level site with plants arranged so they may be pruned to follow a pattern upon the ground., This garden is a contemporary interpretation of the traditional knot garden. Dwarf evergreens, rather than herbs, have been used for improved uniformity and lower maintenance. The higher level of the reception area allows the knot to be viewed from above. Crushed brick is used in open spaces to emphasize intricate patterns forming the knot.
The formal knot expresses the traditional elegance of the garden design which originated in Europe during the 16th century. Knot garden designs are geometrically patterned on a level site with plants arranged so they may be pruned to follow a pattern upon the ground.
This garden is a contemporary interpretation of the traditional knot garden. Dwarf evergreens, rather than herbs, have been used for improved uniformity and lower maintenance. The higher level of the reception area allows the knot to be viewed from above. Crushed brick is used in open spaces to emphasize intricate patterns forming the knot.
Location. 38° 54.701′ N, 76° 58.162′ W. Marker is in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Arboretum. Marker can be reached from Meadow Road Northeast, 0.1 miles west of Ellipse Road Northeast, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Washington DC 20002, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cladrastis kentukea (here, next to this marker); Citrus × bergamia (here, next to this marker); World of Salvias (a few
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 11, 2020
2. The Knot Garden
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 13, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 111 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on January 13, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
