Tudor and Colonial Revival, 1915-1940

The first decades of the 20th Century brought phenomenal changes as the nation became a world power. The public flocked to see expositions showcasing American invention and technology. Ohio's new industrial tycoons created lavish landscapes at their estates, hiring designers who added classical motifs and international elements such as the Japanese teahouse. Garden magazines continued to gain readership and influence among the general populace. "Foundation plantings" of evergreens and perennials became a gardening standard, and color was heavily emphasized in bedding plans. By the 1930s, gardens devoted to herbal plants appeared. Many homeowners had to adjust garden layouts to incorporate driveways for their new automobiles, and building codes began to influence the design of suburban landscapes.

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