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The Outside Room
Episode 5 of 6
Changing fashions in garden design followed the end of World War Two, when exotic flowers and labour-saving devices came in and the garden became a place for relaxation and fun.
The end of World War Two marked a shift away from the practical nature of horticulture stressed by the Dig for Victory campaign, and once again flowers bloomed in Britain's domestic gardens.
As gardens became more decorative, magazines and radio programmes turned their attention to the new hobby, while labour-saving devices and garden centres helped make the garden a place to relax in and enjoy.
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Wed 28 Mar 2007
20:30
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Zoe Wanamaker |
| Director | Paul Wilmshurst |
| Series Producer | Nicola Gooch |
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