Red encore azalea alternated with goldmound spiraea and a backdrop of burgundy loropetalum.
both snowball and double fire viburnum also stand out. Directly in front of the home is a stately
Japanese maple. Upwards of 15 feet in height, the branching structure is mag- nificent. Under plantings of anise and
autumn ferns with variegated liriope anchor the beds as yuletide sasanquas offer red fall color. Formosa azaleas and assorted hydrangeas provide further seasonal interest. Roses are a staple in sunny areas of the
front garden. I like the use of yellow knock- outs in addition to both red and apricot carpet roses. While no shrub rose varieties are as prolific as red, diverse colors are per- fect in the right combinations. Te apricot rose is stunning with a backdrop of shi-shi camellias late in the season. I appreciate the use of red carpet roses as an alternative to the all too common red knockout rose. Te carpet series is just as tough as knock- outs in terms of disease resistance and ease of care. Carpet varieties max out at about 18 inches tall, which is also a plus. Te back garden sits on a terraced hill-
side, ultimately leading down to a lake. Tennessee flagstone with an under plant- ing of dwarf mondo grass provides Eng- lish garden appeal. Garden treats such as itea, hosta, and native azaleas welcome the visitor. Down on the middle level is a zoysia lawn complete with benches and a swing. Large oaks are complimented by plum trees and variegated gardenia. Cassia shines in the fall with clusters of golden yellow flowers while Japanese magnolia “Ann” provides white flowers in late winter. Te bottom level features a one acre lake,
also surrounded by wonderful combina- tions of color and texture. Dwarf euony- mous with its stunning bright red foliage in the fall is complimented by plantings of goldsturm rudbeckia, “Miss Huff” lantana, and homestead verbena blooming through- out the spring and summer months. One of my favorites, canna lily “Australia,” offers
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