This red door is and the plaque beside it are the only clues that you are entering a special place.
between the bricked retaining wall and vibrant rock garden that follows the side fence. A Japanese-style lantern statue rests
among lilies, grasses, sedum and roses. Plush reds add a splash of colour to green, purple and silver leaves. The plants grow in harmony, creating a visually appealing tapestry of contrasting colour against the rocks. This garden is broken up by a cement
riser elevating a red cutleaf Japanese maple to centre stage, a regal sight in its large marble planter. This specimen plant deserves its special placement and is centred for optimal enjoyment from the gazebo. Beyond the maple, the rock garden
The sitting area by the potting shed offers a unique view of the gardens.
continues along the side fence until it reaches a potting shed. The shed is adorned with a bamboo leaf wall plaque and an oriental statue stands watch by the door. A small seating area is also located here offering another view of the gardens. From this vantage you can see more unique statues and the curvaceous paths leading to the front gate. High, curved wood trellises create interest, dividing the space and
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Another feature planter framed by the Asian wall plaques, a theme carried throughout the garden.
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Globe thistle, sedum, grasses and lilies add height to the garden along the fence.
creating spots for feature gardens, stat- ues and more specimen plants. With the aid of the trellises, pathways loop you around the garden where every turn seems to uncover even more contrasting textures and colourful plants. Harmoni- ous groupings of several different types of plants, shrubs and a few trees create an ever changing display as you wander about. One such alcove uncovers a sedum rock garden. Here, a planter overflows
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