Living in the United States -- Courtyard: Courtyard

Author: Yu Chunming
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: In the lives of Americans, the yard is undoubtedly an important part. Whenever foreigners visit Americans, the first impression is the spacious and comfortable living environment they reside in. The yard expands and extends the limited living space, taking people into the embrace of the earth, the blue sky, and the whole of nature. In China and Japan, the yard is also called a garden, rockery, stream, and green bamboo are the themes, while Americans' yards emphasize grass, flowers, birds, and sculptures, highlighting the Eastern and Western differences once again in the layout of the yard. 40% of American adults engage in gardening activities, and during planting season, people spend an average of 3 to 4 hours per week in the yard planting flowers, watering plants, digging soil, etc. In the highly developed material civilization of America, both psychologically and physiologically, people have been too far from nature for too long. They yearn for closer contact with nature and seek relaxation in its arms. Thus, they are enthusiastic about gardening activities. This not only makes the living environment more beautiful but also allows them to feel closer to nature. Lush green lawns, fresh air, vibrant flowers, bright sunshine, and gentle breezes relax everyone, easing tension and bringing about relaxation, relaxation.