There are such things as strictly sculpture gardens such as in East Jesus but this Victorian garden also included many flowers, plants, and trees. Some like the Arbutus trees are native to Vancouver Island but others, such as one that my friend in California grows, are not. Unfortunately this garden … [Read more...]
I finally checked out the Abkhazi Garden in Victoria, British Columbia last weekend. It was created by a Georgian prince and his princess who lived here on Vancouver Island. Statues of Abkhazi Garden A few gardens that I've visited have mingled pieces of art amongst the foliage. At Abkhazi Garden, … [Read more...]
I flew to Glasgow last year with my burner friend, Natalie. After I visited family for a week in Scotland I took the train to Oswaldtwistle in northern England to visit with her family. They have a fairly narrow backyard going out from the house. Typical backyards have just grass with flowers … [Read more...]
My Dad designed a garden that flowers all year long. Vancouver Island, Canada is in the Pacific-Northwest rain forest. These photos are from the end of April. Rhododendrons His favourite shrubs were Rhododendrons because they're evergreen and have masses of bright flowers. When he lived in New … [Read more...]
My son's favourite garden belongs to our Burning Man camp mate, Nick. Since he lives in the Los Angeles area where water is scarce, he has been trying to establish native plants. Just so you know when they flower - the photos were taken near the end of March. Fairy Duster Fairy Duster close … [Read more...]