Ornamentation is the garden's finishing touch that connects the owner's artistic
vision with the natural elements of their garden. Here, a potted water feature shows off a
water plant, and assists with the transition from garden to built environment.
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Round bird bath circles mimic the shape of the calla lilies just behind them.
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A closer look at the serene blue bird bath offers a lovely composition
of color, the fresh green textured background of lysimachia, accented by a hydrangea.
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Pots with graceful curves provide a background for shadow art from nature
as well as depth-of-field to the scene. |
Containers can provide delight and surprise -- here, a curly cryptomeria pairs
with a Bloodgood Japanese maple and river rock. |
Collecting garden art during her travels is one of Tricia's favorite things.
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This humorous metal sculpture gives life to flat areas of a garden.
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A rusty chimney top and a beach glass collection are framed by creeping wild
violets. |
Around every corner, a new scene appears. Silver hebe shelters this mystical
mask. |
