Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Summer Days in the Garden and Big News!

Hello Everyone,
    We are enjoying our summer days in the garden as our temperatures are warm but not hot with enough rain to keep the garden green and lush.- we had a good rain last night. Yesterday,my husband and I spent most of the day weeding,edging,deadheading and even moving a few perennials around because of clashing colors(watered them well).Normally,I wouldn't move at this time but because it is not as hot this summer and there is more moisture I think it will work.
We do have some Island ladies coming for a tour tomorrow evening.
The delphiniums are still putting on a pretty good show.

The hydrangeas are starting to bloom now and I love how they put on a good show for weeks with no attention.






The view from our balcony.




Annebelle Hydrangea with a Jackmani Clematis in the background.

Well,this is some of the highlights of our garden in summer.Next time I will show you the areas I missed today.
Now for my big news.........I am so excited to be included in Jo-Anne Coletti's new Feminine Home magazine that is coming out in August.Jo-Anne has the most romantic and feminine style and so many talents-I know many of you are already fans but if you have not seen her work yet please Check out her blog  Vintage Rose Collection and you can order a copy of her first magazine or pre order her new one coming soon.! Many thanks to Jo-Anne for including some of my photos of the garden etc. but also Thank you to my friend Linda at Beautiful Ideas for sending Jo-Anne to my blog- you should also stop in to see all Linda's beautiful ideas-you will be happy you did!



I hope you are enjoying your summer days too!

Carolyn
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34 comments:

  1. a quiet lifeJuly 27, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    your garden is so gorgeous and lush it just transports me to pure bliss~

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  2. www.MaisonStGermain.comJuly 27, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    WOW!!!!! What gorgeous gardens:) Just amazing how beautiful they are.
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  3. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseJuly 27, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    You know I just love seeing your beautiful gardens!! And a HUGE Congratulations for being included in Jo-Anne's new magazine coming out soon!! That is Fabulous!! I'll be ordering my copy of the new one as soon as it's available ~ I already have her first, and I am always looking thru it at all the beautiful photographs inside :)

    Warmest hugs, Brenda

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  4. nanniepannieJuly 27, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I so enjoy visiting your garden through your blog. You often speak of tours of your garden. If that something open to the public? If so, can you tell me how I can get more information. I would love to visit your island.

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  5. ShabbyESPJuly 27, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Your garden is so beautiful!!!! Looks so inviting. Congrats to being in Jo-Anne's magazine I can't wait to get an issue!!
    Enjoy your day!!!
    Suzann ~xoxo~

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  6. CarolynJuly 27, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Hi Nanniepannie,
    Thank you for your interest in our garden.
    If you get a chance to visit our beautiful Island send me an email before you come and we can hopefully make a plan for you to visit our garden.

    Take care,
    Carolyn

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  7. The Charm of HomeJuly 27, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Congrats Carolyn! I know your home is very magazine worthy! :)
    Sherry

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  8. suzeeezJuly 27, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Such a beautiful garden and I love the pinks and purples. I'll have to check out that new magazine, looks interesting! :o) Sue

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  9. It's meJuly 27, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Love.......xxx...

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  10. SoutherncookJuly 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    I am soooooooo enjoying seeing your garden unfold. My Annabelle's bloomed and are now feeling the stress of our heat and humidity. I do have some Limelights blooming though. Congratulations to you on being featured in the magazine. I will definitely order a copy.

    Carolyn/A Southerners Notebook

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  11. Elizabeth and Gary July 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    How very exciting for you Congratulations! I will be keeping my eyes out for this beautiful magazine.
    Your garden is glorious!
    Have a sweet day and big hugs, Elizabeth

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  12. SantaBarbaraTalk.blogspot.comJuly 27, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    Your garden is absolutely amazing! Wish I could spend a day in it. Our climate is wonderful but without the rain our gardens just aren't as lush. A visit to your island and your garden is onmy "bucket" list!
    Carla

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  13. AngelaJuly 27, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    gorgeous grounds. Congratulations!

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  14. jninecostumesJuly 27, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Your gardens are so lovely. The blues and pinks together are amazing. The hydrangeas are just about done here in hot California. Nice to look at yours just blooming.

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  15. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Hi Carolyn, I'm so happy for you!! Your garden is so beautiful.It's pure heaven.

    Kathy

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  16. poppilinnstudiosJuly 27, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Carolyn, each post is so lovely. I can't imagine a more beautiful garden. And, Congratulations!
    -Lynn

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  17. Amy ChalmersJuly 27, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    YOur home and garden belong in magazines!! So gorgeous~now I want to know how much time each day are you tending to your garden? I hope it is many, otherwise I am going to be deeply discouraged as to how it could look so beautiful! I cannot keep up with mine, and it is tiny!

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  18. SandyJuly 27, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    You have the most breathtaking gardens Carolyn! So beautiful and stunning. Congrats on be featured in JoAnne's new magazine.

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  19. La Vie QuotidienneJuly 27, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    So beautiful...the delphiniums, lovely, lovely, lovely. And congratulations on being included in the magazine ~ is is so well deserved.(-:

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  20. Gilda - Sweet Sweet HomeJuly 27, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Hi Carolyn! Every time I see your garden it's like being in paradise. What a shame to live so far away. Many greetings Gilda

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  21. Pamela GordonJuly 27, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Congratulations Carolyn! That is wonderful that your beautiful gardens and home will be in a magazine. I will check it out. Your gardens are amazing and I guess the cool damp weather is really good for them! Pamela

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  22. Mrs. WrightJuly 27, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Wow...so beautiful and sweet...you and your gardens were my inspiration when I first started my blog. My garden is coming along sweetly and I had the nerve to host a Garden Tour which went well! Thank you for sharing all that you ARE and Do!

    Tea & scones always,
    Sepia

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  23. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Top 10 Reasons to visit Prince Edward Island:

    1) Carolyn's gardens
    2) Carolyn's gardens
    3) Carolyn's biscuits
    4) Carolyn's gardens
    ...You get the picture! SMILE

    Hugs,
    Linda





    Linda

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  24. CindyJuly 27, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Beautiful photos and good for you, I am so glad you are going to be in a magazine! How fun! Your house and your gardens are some of the prettiest in Canada, I guarantee it!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  25. LarryJuly 27, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Your garden is so very beautiful... remarkable really! I love the delphiniums and the trellises.... the wicker reminds me of my time spent on a porch in Vermont looking out to the river... wonderful post! Larry

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  26. JocelynJuly 27, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    I am so blown away by the beauty of your garden. Thanks for sharing the gorgeous pictures.

    Jocelyn @
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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  27. CamilleJuly 27, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Your photos are stunning, as usual, Carolyn. The garden looks so lush and green. Beautiful!

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  28. Victorian1885July 27, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Beautiful Carolyn! Congratulations on your publishing news too. Have a great rest of the week my Islander friend!

    Wanda

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  29. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenJuly 27, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Dear Carolyn,
    Congratulations! Your garden and your blog are amazing! Thank you for sharing it with us. It's always a pleasure visiting!
    Blessings
    ~Wendy

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  30. Andi's English AtticJuly 28, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Congratulations. If anyone's home deserves to be included in this magazine, it's yours.

    xx

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  31. Bella's Rose CottageJuly 29, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    Hello Carolyn,
    Congratulations!! This is a well deserved honor, your garden amaze me!! I can't wait to see the magazine, Jo Anne does amazing work!
    As I said those are the Delphinium beds I dream of!! Beautiful and so well done, Congrats!!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  32. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJuly 29, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Hi Carolyn...I am a big fan of Jo~Anne's and have had the pleasure of meeting her! Having her first Feminine Home I am anxiously awaiting her second and am so happy you will be gracing some of the lovely pages!! Congratulations!

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  33. ladonnaincorrieraMay 25, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    What a beautiful garden Carolyn!!!!Lovely, by Mari

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  34. wiesenknopfschreibseleiAugust 10, 2015 at 5:01 AM

    Dear Carolyn,
    what a wonderful garden! I hope that my garden looks so soon ;) We've moved and now everything must first grow..
    I will visit your site more often.
    Best regards,
    Tatjana

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Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn