A Visit to Cistus Nursery
I rarely go to nurseries anymore since I work part-time at one and another reason being that I don't have much room for additional plants. When a garden fanatic runs out of room, the brain goes into overdrive, dreaming up ingenious ways to incorporate more plants. And another thing happens - a burning desire to obtain rare and unique plants. I've been moving plants around, a tricky process that has a domino effect. A plant is unhappy - it is getting too much shade or perhaps too much sun. There is a plant that did not get as large as you thought it would or it is just a slow grower and now it is hopelessly hidden behind a taller plant. Sometimes a plant is just a dud for reasons unknown (Rhododendron 'Golden Gate' anyone?). I find the plant in question a better home, but it means that another plant will have to be moved. And the merry-go-round continues to turn... However, for those plants that are to be discarded, a space opens up for a new one! I decided to move a Mou...
So many lovely wide shots, Phillip. This garden was truly special, and you captured it so well.
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ReplyDeletePhillip, thank you for this tour! I love the plant combinations, textures, stone work and, of course, seeing familiar faces!
ReplyDeletePhillip, You did capture this garden beautifully...
ReplyDeleteAfter seeing this garden, The Saint and I have decided we need to add more green to the garden and spend less time on color! Would make for less work in the long run. But takes time for the growth of greens and I like my instant gradification. There gardens were impressive...
ReplyDeleteSome really gorgeous shots, Phillip. Mine didn't come out nearly as well ): But I saw myself in the busy bloggers picture which was nice.
ReplyDeleteLooks lush and tranquil.
ReplyDeleteThanks for these pix, Phillip. Would love to go on one of these tours one day. Several bloggers from Texas that I visit went. So enjoyed these! Hugs, Carol
ReplyDeleteOh, my! What a gorgeous garden. Just today my husband and I were talking about terracing a particular part of our yard. I will have to show him your post for inspiration!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!
ReplyDeletePhillip what is the last tree? This is my kind of trip. Hope to make it some time.
ReplyDeleteFabulous pictures Phillip! Your photos show the depth of the garden. What a wonderful place. Love the picture of the busy bloggers, very cute.
ReplyDeleteThis was my favorite too Phillip. I think the textures, various hues of green and the showy blooms as exclamation points were the perfect combination. Great presentation of the garden. I hope Michael has recovered.
ReplyDeleteI think I may agree with Michael on the height thing. The kitty would be a she since she appears to be a tortoiseshell. Great article and fantastic pics.
ReplyDeletePhillip, I remember commenting on the tripod you carried to the various gardens. Now I know the reason! Wonderful photography and summaries.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the tour. What a wonderful garden.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots; beautiful garden. So happy I got to meet you and Michael!
ReplyDeleteYou captured the garden beautifully. Loved the tour!
ReplyDeleteI really wish I had been able to attend. I've seen this garden featured on a few blogs and it's so gorgeous!! Excellent photos! I wish I'd been there!
ReplyDeleteYou have been very busy since the fling writing about the gardens. I haven't even had time to download my photos (I am a little afraid that there are so many that my computer might crash). Gorgeous photos. Carolyn
ReplyDeleteMy goodness! Wasn't it lovely. I especially like seeing it through your lens Phillip. I didn't realize Michael has a thing about heights. I do too btw.~~Dee
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