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More (James Rose) Garden Ideas
	Part 1 of this article is here. The following pictures show how we can be influenced by what is above us, and creating the right "ceiling" is very important in creating atmosphere. This is a picture of some moonah trees and I find these to create a slightly wild and unkempt feel, perfect for the "bush" garden.
	This is a picture of the canopy of an Indian Bean Tree. The large leaves with the golden tone creates a light and lush feel, a lot "tamer" than the moonah.
	This is a picture of the canopy of Silver Birch. Note how the sun still gets through so it is not overbearing. This type of tree is good to grow plants and lawn under as it does allow light through.
	This is a Norfolk Pine from below. The strong symmetrical lines give the composition strength, but would probably be too opressive as a shade tree.
	These Golden Robinias give a wonderful shade and the colour of the leaves, especially in spring wonderful. Deciduous trees are useful shade trees because they give shade in summer whilst letting the light in over winter.
	Not only do these Robinias create a great sky plan, but they also set out the sides of the composition. The trunks accentuate the line of the road while the tree as a whole breaks up the line of the houses behind.
	This garden at the Melbourne Garden Show has a man made ceiling. The light creates a feeling of an outdoor room.
	As you walk into the Art Center in Melbourne you have to walk under this low wall which creates an imaginary pressure, note that the columns are like tree trunks, so create a feeling of enclosue.
	Once you have walked past the low ceiling you are confronted with this very tall and light room. The contrast is startling. You can use this effect in your garden by creating low archways or paths that open out to views or open areas. If you have a great view from the house it can be very effective to hide that view with screening till you want it seen, eg from your lounge or patio.
	The next room along is this one. the tall pillars resemble tree trunks whilst the cross beams angle upwards and remind you of the branches of the tree. The stained glass gives a subdued light, rather like that of a wood, so we have another atmosphere that can be recreated in the garden.
	Part 1 of this article is here.