Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Summer Garden Favorites



                                                                      Hello everyone,
                  I have been going through a lot of my old photos lately and thought I would share
                   a few of my favorite shots of our summer garden ~ hope you enjoy coming along.
                                                   I love to have different places to sit to enjoy
                                                  all aspects of the garden.
                                                  A balcony view looking toward the pond ....facing east.
                                                Looking forward to lilac season again!

                                        Love the color combination of the coneflowers , plum
                                        bee balm and phlox on a misty morning.
                                The most colorful time in our garden is early August.
                                                    Love the different hydrangeas ~ this is a shot taken
                                                    from the road.
                                         Early summer ~ looking toward the pond.
                                        Another balcony view facing west this time. Our Gardener's Cottage in
                                       the distance with over 60 garden bus tours booked this summer we may
                                       have to hire a part time garden helper this year. For many years Andrew
                                      and I did all the 'work' ourselves but last year our son helped out and
                                      hopefully we will again this year.
                                       

                                           Late July in our Chelsea garden ~ time for tea?




                                                         A painterly effect.
                                                  Martha in her sheltered garden.
                                               A garden view from the screened porch.
                                           The arbor that Andrew built several years ago
                                                      has aged nicely.
                                               Love tall and stately delphiniums.

                           Just looking at all this color makes me excited for the return of our garden.
                                        The view from the north veranda looking toward our barn.
                                     I am happy that this photo was published in the new
                                     Porches and Gardens magazine on the stands now.
                                      Looking forward to having lunch in here again.

                                                                       
                                                    The rose garden has really filled in the past
                                                     couple of years ~ it is at the south side of the
                                                    Gardener's Cottage. If you would like to see
                                                    inside our little Gardener's Cottage click here
                                                    to see the different looks it has had.

                                                    I am sure all of you gardeners are looking
                                                    forward to getting out in your gardens too.

                                                                                    Thank you for visiting,

                                                                                                       Carolyn
                                                 

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59 comments:

  1. Kathryn BechenMarch 12, 2014 at 9:32 PM

    Absolutely stunning, Carolyn! Do you keep up all that yourself or have gardeners? Your home is lovely too. So nice of you to share it on your blog. Your place reminds me of the bed & breakfast inns my hubby and I stay in!

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  2. CarolynMarch 12, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    Hi Kathryn,
    We have done it all in the past
    but with more bus tours last year and even more booked for this year
    we have help from our son now.

    Thank you for your kind words and visit!

    Carolyn

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  3. Brenda PruittMarch 12, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    So lovely, Carolyn. Everyone like a painting. I'm moving to an apartment next month. But I have a fenced in small patio and I will still garden. A gardener cannot stop gardening!
    Brenda

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  4. The TablescaperMarch 12, 2014 at 11:00 PM

    Just gorgeous! As always.

    - Alma, The Tablescaper

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  5. ErinMarch 12, 2014 at 11:12 PM

    I wish I was on one of those tours!! Your garden is the most beautiful private garden I have ever seen!!

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  6. HoneyMarch 13, 2014 at 12:59 AM

    Hi Carolyn,

    What I can say is, your garden is AWESOME! *love*

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  8. BernideenMarch 13, 2014 at 1:03 AM

    Congrats on being featured. That clematis deserves being there! Lovely. Your garden is paradise.

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  10. Prairie CharmMarch 13, 2014 at 2:41 AM

    Hi Carolyn, this is the most peaceful place on earth. So beautiful. So cozy with so many places to sit and relax. I just love it. Thank you for so many beautiful pics. Your garden is a big inspiration for me. Alexandra

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  11. UnknownMarch 13, 2014 at 4:08 AM

    harikasiniz...gulumsiyerek seyrettim:))))))))))))

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  12. OlaMarch 13, 2014 at 4:57 AM

    Cudownie:)

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  13. AliciaMarch 13, 2014 at 4:58 AM

    QUE LUGARES DE PELICULA!!!!
    IMAGINO QUE CON JARDINEROS CONTINUAMENTE PARA TENERLO ASI.
    SALUDITOS

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  14. AliciaMarch 13, 2014 at 4:58 AM

    QUE LUGARES DE PELICULA!!!!
    IMAGINO QUE CON JARDINEROS CONTINUAMENTE PARA TENERLO ASI.
    SALUDITOS

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  15. UnknownMarch 13, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    Oh yes that's nice,
    to take a seat at different places
    for looking around the garden.
    Greetings Olga

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  16. TaniaMarch 13, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Your garden is just amazing, so much colour to behold, just gorgeous.
    Tania

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  17. Retro blueMarch 13, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    It;s amazing. Your garden is wonderfull
    Congrats for cover!
    Greetings from Alsace:)

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  18. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 13, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    Just stunning, Carolyn! I am yearning to see even one little bud coming up at this point.

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  19. AnonymousMarch 13, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    Carolyn,
    Being a long time gardener, these pictures of your beautiful garden makes my heart sing. I am fairly new to your blog, and am really looking forward to your spring photographs. You have so many talents.

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  20. kristenMarch 13, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Carolyn, you truly have the most beautiful gardens I have ever seen! Thank you for sharing them with us so that we, too, can walk through them and sit and admire!

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  21. Susan FreemanMarch 13, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Your garden is dreamy. While I was looking at your pictures I was thinking to myself, this must be what heaven looks like. Thank you for a lovely tour!

    Big Texas Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  22. Pamela GordonMarch 13, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    I am so pleased to see all this beautiful colour today during this white blizzard we're experiencing. ;) I bought the Porches and Gardens magazine yesterday but didn't know that was your photo of the clematis. I did notice the photo on the very back page though and thought it was your porch with the screen doors. Am I right? Exciting to see!

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  23. CarolynMarch 13, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    Hi Pamela,
    Not a nice day here either...snow,freezing rain and wind.

    Yes, you are right that is our porch on the back page of Porches and Gardens.
    Hope you are warm and cosy indoors today!
    Carolyn

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  25. AnonymousMarch 13, 2014 at 1:14 PM

    Your summer garden photos are stunning! The gardens make me dream of warmer weather! ;)

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  26. Rosemary and ThymeMarch 13, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    Oh what a sweet pleasure to look at your gorgeous gardens. It is all like stepping into an enchanted garden. What a blessing to be surrounded by such beauty Carolyn. Have a lovely rest of the week.

    Janet
    rosemary-thyme.blogspot.com

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  27. Deborah MontgomeryMarch 13, 2014 at 4:06 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! what a lovely garden you have created, a feast for winter-weary folks!

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  28. Kathryn BechenMarch 13, 2014 at 4:23 PM

    Wow, I'm even more impressed that your family does it on your own! How fun to have bus tours. You deserve it; I know how hard you work on all of this, even though fun and enjoyable. You are one talented lady, Carolyn and hurray for you for bringing "Downton Abbey" style beauty to the world. Blessings.

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  29. AnonymousMarch 13, 2014 at 5:54 PM

    I forwarded this blog to my daughter who is recovering from a broken ankle and she emailed back, "I want it all, but without the work". We live on a farm, so we know about the work. Thank you for a touch of spring. My crocus are blooming here in NEKS

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  30. Janneke March 13, 2014 at 6:02 PM

    In this time of year it is so lovely to see these gorgeous pictures of your beautiful garden. We are really looking forward to summer. I understand you did until now all the gardenwork with your husband and help of your son..... I know it is quite a job when busloadings are coming to visit, you have to go on and on.

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  31. shirley flavellMarch 13, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    A wonderful walk through your garden and sitting and admiring different vantage points. It would be lovely to do a real garden tour. Told my husband your property and meeting you is on my bucket list.Hugs Shirley N.Z.

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  33. Happy@HomeMarch 13, 2014 at 10:10 PM

    Beautiful!! The people who are scheduled for your upcoming garden tours are in for such a treat. It would be my dream to see your beautiful gardens in person some day.
    Thank you for sharing them here.

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  35. AnonymousMarch 14, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    you are living in a fairytale EYAfrom GREECE

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  37. Lavanda e LillàMarch 15, 2014 at 4:52 AM

    Qui c'è da sognare!!!!
    grazie per condividere!!!
    serena giornata, Claudia

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  38. JaniceMarch 15, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    It looks like a heavenly dream Carolyn and I long for a nice cup of tea while strolling though.
    You have such a grace about you and all you have to care for.
    Take care
    Janice

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  39. LindaMarch 15, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    I love looking at your garden photos. I picked up the Porches and Gardens magazine a couple weeks ago and thought I recognized your photos! Congratulations again!
    Hugs,
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  40. DebbieMarch 16, 2014 at 12:38 AM

    I am truly impressed!
    I'm curious what variety of clematis is climbing the wooden birdhouse? It is so beautiful!
    Thanks!

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  41. DebbieMarch 16, 2014 at 12:39 AM

    I am truly impressed!
    I'm curious what variety of clematis is climbing the wooden birdhouse? It is so beautiful!
    Thanks!

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  42. Nonna RicaMarch 16, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    I always thought that these things existed only in dreams or in Heaven... Really wonderful!

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  43. Tempus fugitMarch 16, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    Your garden is really amazing ! Thanks for sharing !

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  44. Tante MaliMarch 16, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    Dear Carolyn
    you have created such an amazing garden. It's like heaven and like paradise!
    Thank you for sharing all these beauty
    All the best from Austria
    Elisabeth

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  45. MadeliefMarch 16, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    Dear Carolyn,

    You have the prettiest garden I know of! I enjoyed seeing your photo's on Pinterest too!!

    Happy week ahead!

    Madelief x

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  46. StaceyMarch 16, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    Your gardens are amazing!! You must have just the most perfect climate there in the summer. We suffer from drought here in Texas. My gardens are pretty but nothing like yours.

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  47. StaceyMarch 16, 2014 at 5:52 PM

    Your gardens are amazing!! You must have just the most perfect climate there in the summer. We suffer from drought here in Texas. My gardens are pretty but nothing like yours.

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  48. CarolynMarch 17, 2014 at 11:00 AM

    The beautiful clematis growing up the birdhouse is Ville de Lyon.

    Thanks for all your sweet comments.

    Enjoy your day!
    Carolyn

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  49. AnonymousMarch 19, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Very Lovely Carolyn! Your gardens are such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing with us! You have a beautiful Blog!

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  50. thereseApril 15, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Carolyn votre jardin et un bijoux précieux . Une pure merveille . Merci pour ce doux partage .
    Bonne semaine

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  51. PatinCalApril 23, 2014 at 2:06 PM

    The picture labeled "The most colorful time in our garden is early August" is my all-time favorite!

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  52. Betty819May 24, 2014 at 9:43 PM

    Carolyn, as always your property is so beautiful! I love that clematis climbing up the pole to the birdhouse. Do you know what variety the clematis is? Love that color!
    I think I saw that magazine Porches and ? the other day at Harris Teeter..will look for it tomorrow when I go there. Your pictures are always magazine worthy!

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  53. Betty819May 24, 2014 at 9:43 PM

    Carolyn, as always your property is so beautiful! I love that clematis climbing up the pole to the birdhouse. Do you know what variety the clematis is? Love that color!
    I think I saw that magazine Porches and ? the other day at Harris Teeter..will look for it tomorrow when I go there. Your pictures are always magazine worthy!

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  54. AnonymousMay 28, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    Amazing! Your garden is beyond a dream! Thank you for sharing such beauty.

    Abby

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  55. Marilyn Cruze SorensenJune 18, 2014 at 5:08 PM

    Hi Carolyn, I just think your home and gardens are just beautiful. Do you and your husband do all of this yourselves? The colors you use are some of my favorites. I love the way you laid out everything and added benches, etc. to make it even more inviting. It's gorgeous. I love your blog. Thanks for sharing.
    Marilyn Cruze Sorensen (I have a twin by the name of Carolyn)♥

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  56. an angel at my tableJanuary 8, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    Your garden and photography is a true role model for me. I love the clematis in the birdhouse and the little rose round. I have tried to do something similar in my garden. I love it. What a talented star you are. All the best Mari

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  58. AnnDecember 9, 2020 at 1:19 PM

    I'm truly impressed with the way your garden looks like...It's really neat! Where did you get that rustic bench? It's awesome, could sit there whole days and watch my garden! It must be really relaxing! Yes, lilacs are also one of my favourite flowers. Most often I buy 'Asiatic' Lilies. They grow quite high. I always put them into ground in a special baskets so their bulbs are safe. Year by year I order them on https://gardenseedsmarket.com/lilium/ ,where in the spring season choice is enormous!

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  59. Nitesh SharmaApril 7, 2022 at 1:27 AM

    Wow! Beautiful House garden. The people who are scheduled for your upcoming garden tours are in for such a treat. It would be my dream to see your beautiful gardens in person some day. Thank you for sharing them here. If you want to know Most Beautiful Houses in The World.. Than visit my website Most Beautiful Houses in The World

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

Carolyn