Ashington Manor Farm (Yeovil)
After a two-night stay at The Swan Hotel in Wells , we departed for Exeter. Along the way, our first stop was Ashington Manor Farm, the home of the husband and wife garden designers Julian and Isabel Bannerman. Roses are a specialty of the Bannerman's, but sadly, we were too early to see any. That disappointment was curtailed by touring their magnificent farmhouse, which we were invited to roam around at leisure. And Julian Bannerman, who did most all the talking, was a very entertaining man. Gathering at the front door - We actually entered at the side of the house, right off the patio, which led to this room, where the Bannerman's greeted us. The massive table was filled with books they had written as well as magazine articles about their gardens. As we were listening to Julian's speech, I happened to notice Isabel Bannerman's book "Husbandry" on the table and immediately recognized it as a book I have at home but have not gotten to yet. At the time, I ha...
This shrub has a lot going for it. Color is the best. Light green leaves and those blooms!
ReplyDeleteStunning blooms. I wish I had the room for this shrub. I have a neighbor that cuts it down to the ground every year...
ReplyDeleteI thought that looks like my deutzia "Pink-A-Boo" only to find out it's the same plant - your name is more dignified.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photo and flowers--not a genus grown around here. Enjoyed seeing it.
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