Metal, stone and granite lanterns are an important part of any Japanese garden, being positioned to light up a pond, water feature or pathway. This particular garden also features a number of other oriental features, such as mountain maples (acer palmatum varieties), mossy rocks and some flowering azaleas (dwarf rhododendrons with smaller leaves and flowers). The dappled light shining through the branches gives the scene a naturalistic, woodland feel.
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