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...
Gorgeous - all the photos. But that first one is stunning. Was there a cost for this tour of seven gardens?
ReplyDeleteThe tickets were $25 which included all the gardens.
ReplyDeleteI'm always collecting info on garden tours - thanks!
DeleteAnother question. Do you know if the money raised was to support the tour itself, or was some of it going to a non-garden related charity. I've seen plenty of both.
DeleteYes, the money goes to scholarships for students in landscape architecture.
DeleteYou have a great eye, Phillip. Your photos are fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThe first one was my favorite
ReplyDeleteGlad you did this tour and enjoyed it! I'm jealous of your people-less photos. Going on the pre-tour it was so crowded, and almost impossible to get a good photo.
ReplyDeletePhillip, I have "Snowflake" and will be happy to root you a cutting or 2. :)
ReplyDeleteYou sent me rose cuttings a LONG time ago. I never forgot it and would be happy to return the favor.
Oh wow, that would be great. What a surprise!
DeleteThis is fun to see. I can imagine all the inspiration you took home.
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