Hidcote - pt. 1
I'm just now getting around to organizing the photos from my trip to England back in May. As I've said a million times, this was the trip of a lifetime, and I had an incredible time. This was a 3-week trip organized by the HPSO (Hardy Plant Society of Oregon) during which we visited 35 different locations. Most all of these were gardens but there were also a few castles and villages thrown in, as well as the icing on the trip - the Chelsea Flower Show. This tour focused on the southeast region of England, notably the Cotswolds and Cornwall. I've watched so many programs and read so many books about England and the gardens there that I was afraid it would tarnish the image I had built up in my head. I'm pleased to say that it not disappoint. The trek from London to Bath by train was not the best first impression. However, as we gained distance from the city, the rolling green countryside gave me glimpses of things to come. After arriving in Bath and finding my hotel, I m...
Great colors, and awesome picture all together.
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ReplyDeleteNo words needed. That tree is a stunner! Great photo.
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What a beautiful sight.
ReplyDeleteLovely! Both the blooms and the sun are pure delight. Our spring has barely begun in Maine.
ReplyDeleteSo very lovely~
ReplyDeleteI think your photos should go to gardening magazines coverpage!
ReplyDeleteAh!!!! How lovely Phillip!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful garden! I'm so glad I stopped by! I'll be following you so I will stop in often.
ReplyDeleteHappy Bloom Day!
Thanks so much for the "eye candy" it's Jan. 31, 2011 and gloomy-your picts are like a get-well card for my Spring Fever.
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