Archive for March 8th, 2006
Eltham Palace, London
Wednesday, March 8th, 2006In 1933 Stephen Courtauld – millionaire, war veteran and patron of the arts – looked to the suburb of Eltham as the setting for a breathtaking new home. His vision was to link a modern, fashionable residence to the Great Hall of a medieval royal palace and to create a stunning home where his Italian [...]
Flowering Trees for Spring
Wednesday, March 8th, 2006Amelanchier lamarckii Common Name Snowy mespilus Family Rosaceae Genus Amelanchier Species lamarckii Hardiness Range 5A – 8A Mature Height 25′ to 40′ / 7.6m to 12.2m Environment : Prefers full shade to partial shade or partial sun. Soil should be moist. Delicate, star-shaped, white flowers are borne in March and April with bronze leaves that [...]
Yorkshire Terrier Dog
Wednesday, March 8th, 2006Breed Group: Toy Weight: 7 lbs Height: 8-9 inches Color(s): blue and tan. Yorkshire Terriers are born black, gradually attaining their blue and tan coloration as they mature. Coat: The Yorkshire Terrier’s coat is not coarse, but is fine and silky to the touch. Unlike other breeds, which have fur, the Yorkshire has hair that [...]
