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Albemarle County, April flowers in Virginia, Central Virginia, change of seasons, Charlottesville, garden tour, Spring in Virginia
Earlier today, I visited a very special garden. The sun shone brightly and my garden stroll began off the patio
a tree peony in full glory just outside the four-season room
looking back toward the house
colorful vistas drew me into the garden
endless profusion of textures delight the eye
an explosion of color leads me deeper into this garden
POW!
Again!
delicate perfection
a rhododendron blushes at peak
then calm pervades
this hue is so special in the garden while exquisite blooms seduce
sunlight creates a painterly quality ~ stunningly unique this day in time
a quiet path leads to the adjoining property
a hidden gem that will house delicate specimen plants during the warm summer months
another azalea whose name I must learn
this structure is a textural statement
yellow this early in the season is sublime
the journey continues
the pool at rest while the greenhouse is ripe with overwintering plants
this is a delightful specimen that I would like in my garden
blue is a rare find in any garden, and this plant is especially desirable. It is Ajuga.
careful placement of this colorful maple demands attention this day
trumpet shaped flowers ablaze
and again
this maple is breathtaking along another path
more texture
serene view from the patio
full circle
a dazzling container just outside the garden fence
endless profusion of blooms
plenty of boxwoods set the stage for triumphant bursts of color
rich textures, patterns, and colors abound
on my way out of the property I had the pleasure of meeting Sally, a twenty-year veteran of this garden ~ I am humbled by her talent and cheerful persona
And to think I nearly missed time in this garden. At the last moment schedules aligned which allowed access and time to explore. As the nearby town bustles, this serene property rests and provides sanctuary for its owners/stewards. Merely forty years old, this garden is a testament to the vision, dedication, passion, and grace of those who created it and to those who currently reside and cherish this garden paradise. It was sheer pleasure to stroll, admire, and photograph.
Copyright © 2015 by Diane LaSauce All Rights Reserved
What a treat! And what a gorgeous garden. I sometimes fantasize having a garden like this … I also have meditation benches and beautiful bronze animals all about. But since THAT’s not happening anytime soon, I loved coming along with you! 🙂 Tx!
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Happy spring, Jeanne.
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I had the honour of being shown around this beautiful garden in late April / early May 2011-2013 by the owners and this is just wonderful to see again. Many, many happy memories from Kent, the garden of England!
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A note from the property owner:
Diane…Just one more word…This garden was started in the late 60’s by R.E.Lee. He propagated most of the azaleas. It has been enhanced,enlarged, and tended by Buddy and me (and Sally) since 1980.It was open for Garden Week in 1989. Much of the back garden was destroyed by deer and then by a microburst which took down 24 trees; one through the kitchen…The 10 ft. deer fence has saved the remaining property. kk
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What an interesting garden. Th plants are familar but the design and use of plants is very different to a UK garden. Thank you I did enjoy the walk.
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Thank you Chris…hope you are well.
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Blooming, thank you
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Great stroll in a lovely garden.
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Gorgeous. Thanks for taking us along.
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Wonderfull, thank you for sharing!
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Thank you for the lovely stroll. I love a spring garden of fireworks and fireworks you saw! How large is the property?
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I think this garden is eight acres…
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