A Romantic Pond
This fabulously romantic pond is part of Andrew Grossman's garden located in Seekonk, Massachusetts. It is the continuation of his White & Blue Garden and flowers extensively from spring to frost in geographic areas where the average minimum winter temperatures are higher than -28°C or -20°F. It took about three months to build this section of the garden. Anchored at the corners of the lily pond, four Delaware Valley White azaleas flower, nicely contrasting with the awesome display of the light purple flowers of the Phlox Subulata thus creating a colorful carpeted effect for about two weeks in spring. The lilac elegantly complements the scenery with its fragrant lavender blossoms.
May - A Romantic Pond by Andrew Grossman
Following a blue and white pattern, here and there are some touches of gorgeous dark purple produced by the tulips 'Negrita', which are esteemed for their beautiful, traditional "tulip" flower shape.
May - A Romantic Pond by Andrew Grossman
In June the Astilbe 'Bridal Veil' is exhibiting their airy feather-looking flowers, nicely contrasting with the Hosta 'Blue Cadet' and the Nepeta 'Six Hills Giants'. Some Iris louisiana 'Black Gamecock', with their breathtaking dark purple velvety flowers are regaling us with their giant blooms.
June - A Romantic Pond by Andrew Grossman
June - A Romantic Pond by Andrew Grossman
Plants in the garden |
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BulbsDaffodil 'Cheerfulness' |
PerennialsCreeping Phlox (Phlox Subulata) |
ShrubsAzalea Delaware 'Valley White' |
Garden Information
Hardiness |
5 – 7
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Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders , Ponds and Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage , Traditional Garden |
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Garden Information
Hardiness | 5 – 7
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---|---|
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Landscaping Ideas | Beds and Borders , Ponds and Streams |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage , Traditional Garden |