Thanks for the (figuratively and literally lovely) story, Edzard :)
(Didn't I see that same illustration of "Family Landscaping Business" at the Fuzei Gardens homepage? ;)

It's fascinating to relate the development of Edo gardens and gardeners to the "Alternate Residence" system.

BTW, does the blizzard mean that you've finally been able to get some sleep?

- Evelyn

And enjoy I did. The art work was a wonderful companion to the text.

Thanks Edzard!

Cheers Jando

Interesting link Edzard - thanks. Do you think the rounded azaleas are an early tamamono? Without overdoing the shearing, they do look intentionaly pruned.

Hope the blizzard doesn't portend a difficult winter. With bad weather and no NHL, it could get ugly up north.