After a look at Lila’s sensational summer containers yesterday, we’re back to see what else is growing and glowing in her garden in Mill Creek, Washington.
It’s me again! More photos of our yard, not containers as requested. It’s far from perfect, but my husband and I so enjoy it. So many today just “mow & blow” and call it a day. Gardening brings so much joy, but yes, it takes a bit of work and time. It’s a lost art!
Lila says this is the view from her kitchen sink… what a dream! I’d be springing out of bed in the morning to soak up this stunning scene of glowing green foliage and pops of bright flowers. A hanging basket of ivy geraniums is the perfect accent to this little slice of paradise.
Large trees and hedges create an incredible privacy in the garden, adding to its enchanted feel…
And I’m sure also adding to the relaxation felt when sitting and enjoying the space!
The shade is also a lush and inviting space with lots of calming greenery. Boston and maidenhair ferns mix and mingle with hostas and bright white impatiens.
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but in the garden they’re delightful! Very simple adornments like a few spears of aged bamboo and stones of various sizes in shapes create lots of little pops of interest that easily guide your eyes through the bed.
A different perspective on a familiar view in the garden! Yesterday we got to see the bright containers that you can spot on the distant patio in this photo, as well as another container that is peaking in front of the bright pink hydrangea to the right. What a treat to see the space from a different perspective and enjoy the larger scene that Lila has created.
So thank you for this incredible two-day tour of your garden, Lila! It was
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