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Kiftsgate Court Gardens

Just right down the road from Hidcote is Kiftsgate Court Gardens. This garden was created by Heather Muir beginning in the 1920s. Muir's daughter, Diany Binny, came to live at Kiftsgate in 1954. She would add the half-moon pool and redesigned the white garden. She also first opened the garden to the public. Today, the tradition continues as granddaughter Anne Chambers and her husband maintain the gardens.    Heather Muir was a friend and neighbor of Hidcote's Lawrence Johnston (their houses are within one mile of each other), and he inspired her in the garden's design. However, the two gardens differ in character and have their own unique characteristics. While Johnston's garden is laid out in strict geometric lines, Muir took a more naturalistic approach. Muir added many heirloom shrub roses to the garden and is famous for the 'Kiftsgate' rose, which occurred from a seedling in the garden. Unfortunately, we were too early for the roses. There were a few like t...
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Snow Day


After weeks of near hits and misses, we finally got our snow day. And it was a significant one. We got about 3 inches but areas to the south of us got up to 10 inches. It arrived late in the day and continued through the early evening. It is beautiful. However, I guess I am just getting old but I had no desire to get out in it. In fact, all of these photos were taken from the windows inside the house! 

 The sun is out this morning and it is falling off the trees. I suspect it will be gone by this afternoon. I still do not want to get out in it. These photos will have to suffice!























Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. LesFebruary 26, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    Your garden is pretty in any season.

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  2. outlawgardenerFebruary 26, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Gorgeous, especially the night shot! We got no snow this winter.

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  3. Edith KentFebruary 26, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Beautiful pictures Phillip. Snow is beautiful but ready for it to go!

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  4. Jean CampbellFebruary 26, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    I am not a fan of snow but your photos are lovely, especially the one through window screen which is how I watch severe weather.

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  5. Lisa at GreenbowFebruary 27, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    Welcome to my world. I have hopeful to see the ground after weeks of snow cover. Lucky you getting to stay in during a snow day. Those are the best days. I bet you cooked up something delicious. Love seeing your garden from your windows.

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  6. sweetbayFebruary 28, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    Your garden looks marvelous in its winter finery.

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