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Curb Appeal: Lavish European-Style Estate

Looking at this estate is like peering into the past, as trimmed hedges, topiaries and flowering planters inspire thoughts of Old World Europe. Grand archways and grass block pavers are fitting embellishments for the space and make a walk to the backyard feel like a royal experience.

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Photo: Jason Oleniczak. From: Harold Leidner.

Tree With Pumpkin Trim

This tree gets a cheerful, autumn-ready trim of tiny orange pumpkins.

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Photo: Jason Oleniczak. From: Harold Leidner.

Formal Garden Rich With Symmetry

To make the main entrance feel even more grand, landscape architect Harold Leidner layered the front yard with symmetrical plants. Thus, as guests cross the steps, they'll stroll past identical hedges, planters and ornamental grasses.

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Photo: Jason Oleniczak. From: Harold Leidner.

Mansion Entry With Fountain

A fountain bubbles merrily at the entry to this palatial home. For more curb appeal, accents of fruit and vegetables are pretty, unique decor for containers and the wide, front steps.

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Photo: Jason Oleniczak. From: Harold Leidner.

French Country Estate With Formal Garden

Standing in front of this elegant estate is like peering into the past, as trimmed hedges, blooming flowers and topiaries inspire thoughts of Old World France. A fountain centers the formal garden and carries the eye to the home's main entrance.

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