Tuesday 24 June 2014

More Open Gardens (part 2)

 This was my favourite garden.  It was romantic, full of plants with an abundance of roses and clematis and was beautifully planted.  Everywhere I looked there was another stunning view.
 I could imagine myself sitting in here with a book...
 The rose covered pergola acted as a divider in the garden.
I really liked the mix of topiary, shrubs and herbaceous plants in the border planting.
 Another lovely view through into the garden.
 Looking down the rose covered pergola...so pretty.
There was just one negative to the garden and one which wasn't obvious when you were actually in it.  When I was choosing my photos ready to crop them down a little, I noticed that in most of them, there were other houses in the background.  Although these were hidden, they were there all the same.  Even the most perfect garden has some problems (which makes me feel much better about my own untidy plot!)
Moving on to the penultimate garden on the walk, which also had some lovely planting with a wild flower feel to it.
 On the way back to the village hall, we both smiled to see the 'Open Garden' on this building site.  Someone with a sense of humour either works on the site or owns the site (there was a house being built).
It just shows you can have a garden (albeit a tiny one) anywhere!

10 comments:

  1. Those open gardens are so lovely to visit and take ideas from too - I like the marigolds in among the building blocks, a little bit of flowery colour can brighten anyones day. Thank you for showing us your lovely pics Ellie; all the best, xoJoy

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    1. Thanks, Joy. It was such a lovely afternoon and the weather was very helpful too. I loved the little pot of marigolds - it really did brighten up the building site!
      Have a lovely rest of the week
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  2. I can so see why that one was your favourite - it's just beautiful. And I love the idea of that "low maintenance garden" in your last pic!
    Happy Tuesday,
    xx

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    1. Thanks, gilly. It really was a stunning garden in the cottage garden style but with touches of formality in the topiary and structures. It was one that I really didn't want to leave.
      That little pot of marigolds made us both laugh out loud - a great end to a lovely day!
      Best wishes and have a good rest of the week.
      Ellie

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  3. My favourite pastime definitely, open gardens and cake consuming, both together!

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    1. Thanks, Anne. Me too - there's nothing better, especially when the weather is kind too.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  4. Such a gorgeous garden Ellie! I can see why it was your favourite-we must be like-minded as I would be there reading a book too. I love the scent of lavender, it is the most relaxing scent in the world ....I often dream of lying in a lavender field in the South of France... That cute marigold pot is great! Even the smallest burst of colour can be uplifting, Lovely pics Alison xx

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    1. Thanks, Alison. I had a lovely time in that garden - I was sorry to leave. I have a couple of pots of lavender in the garden, but not enough to lie in! The marigold pot made us laugh - great end to the day!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  5. Those views are so pretty...
    The last pictures are so funny :-)!
    Love from Mirjam.

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    1. Thanks, Mirjam. I loved the sense of humour from the builders/owner. It was really funny.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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