Friday, July 20, 2012

A Change in the Garden ~

This is the way that my big border in front of the house looks like now...


But last winter it was a different story. After I finished pruning and cleaning up I decided to add a path through the middle of the border. For years it has been a challenge to get inside, and under all of these plants to weed and deadhead. Here you see it with the weed barrier laid and the rock borders added awaiting the gravel. It  looks pretty sparse.


Putting in the path did necessitate removing some of the plants, and I was concerned that it wouldn't look as good. But now that it has filled in, I can hardly tell the difference!



This is the other side where you exit the path...first, in construction




And now!



I am so glad that I did this, it has made it so much easier to tend and it is fun to walk down the little path and see some of the new plantings. Plus, my poor arms and legs appreciate not getting so scratched up!



I love it when change turn out to be a good thing.

Thank you for visiting ~ have a great day!

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28 comments:

  1. Musings from Kim K.July 20, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    What a beautiful path. So pretty and now functional too. Your grounds are so beautiful. Our poor drought has done a number on our flower and plant beds. It's been hard to get excited about working outdoors in 100 degree heat.

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  2. Anajá SchmitzJuly 20, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Olá. Feliz dia do amigo. Lindo esse jardim. aqui é inverno não se tem uma flor para embelezar os canteiros.
    Tenha um ótimo fim de semana.
    Anajá Schmitz

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  3. ANNEJuly 20, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    Absolutely lovely. Such a gorgeous garden! and I adore your path xox

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  4. hostess of the humble bungalowJuly 20, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    It looks fabulous and I love those rocks that edge the path.
    Your garden looks so lush and lovely you must be so happy surrounded by such beauty.

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  5. UnknownJuly 20, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Adrienne il tuo giardino è bellissimo!!
    Le rocce al bordo del tuo giardino sono favolosi!!
    Hai un grande giorno anche tu!!
    Baci
    Sabry!!

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  6. KathysueJuly 20, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Adrienne, that was a lot of work, but I agree it is well worth the beauty you have made in your yard, Your garden is amazing. It looks like the perfect English Country garden! Great job,
    kathysue

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  7. Ivy and ElephantsJuly 20, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    Such a smart idea! Your garden is just gorgeous! It must give you such pleasure. It sure is pleasing to us!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  8. My Cozy CasitaJuly 20, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    Hi Adriene, nice job beautiful garden.
    great job!
    Blessing
    XO
    Isora

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  9. PondsideJuly 21, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    That was the perfect solution - for working in the bed and for enjoying the garden up close!

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  10. LouisetteJuly 21, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Wonderfull place your blog, and extra fotos, best regard from Belgium, on the National Day

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  11. GeorgiannaJuly 21, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Very charming, Adrienne. What a great idea! – g

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  12. Reneé's ReproductionsJuly 22, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Beautiful Garden! I love it! Renée

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  13. Carola BartzJuly 22, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Your border bed is incredibly beautiful. Good for you to have made that path, it sure lightens the garden chores. I am going to rip out the huge lawn in front of my house (corner lot, so there is a LOT) and replace it with native plants - a big, long project, but I'm sure I'll enjoy it. Your border bed is a fine inspiration.

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  14. DonnaJuly 23, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    Great idea! Your garden is so lovely! The path is the perfect solution.

    Hugs,
    Donna

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  15. Pat@Back Porch MusingsJuly 23, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    So beautiful Adrienne! Images are amazing!! I always enjoy visiting your gardens.

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  16. Adrienne ShubinJuly 23, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    Looks lovely! I think your garden and yard are both just gorgeous and very lush.

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  17. JenniferJuly 24, 2012 at 4:19 AM

    I have a similar issue with one of the widest of my flower borders. By late spring it is almost impossible to get into the bed. The pathway you added looks super and your garden is just gorgeous!

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  18. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsJuly 24, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    Your flower border is just gorgeous and the pathway is a practical and pretty addition.

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  19. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementJuly 24, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    Great idea! I have one area of my big planter that I can't get to once June hits. The path is perfect. Your plants are gorgeous!

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  20. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJuly 25, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    lovely! the gravel path is a great idea!

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  21. Liz @ Quirky VistasJuly 25, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Wow, you are a master gardener and I too love a path. This is just too sweet! I wish I could come and visit it in person. It's lovely.
    Liz

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  22. foreverdecoratingJuly 25, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    I am not sure where you are located but you must not be having the high temps that we are and the drought. Your gardens looks so lovely and the new path is no only inviting but convenient. My gardens don't look as good this year even though I water them all the time. This is very unusual for this area of Western Illinois that I am in and I am fighting it. Reminds me of being back in Oklahoma where I used to live.

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  23. RhondaJuly 25, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    It turned out lovely. Looks like it's always been there. Your garden is absolutely amazing and beautiful!

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  24. Heaven's WalkJuly 25, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    What a beautiful job, Adrienne! I love the flowing, overgrown look your garden has. And your new path truly adds so much character and personality to the space. :) LUV!

    xoxo laurie

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  25. Two Cottages And TeaJuly 25, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    What a beautiful flower boarder! I've always liked paths through a garden and it does make it easier to work in the garden. Thank you for sharing.
    Nancy

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  26. KathyJuly 26, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    Your border is fabulous, you love challenges. It's so lush I know you enjoy your path. I am coming over from Patti's party, drop by for a visit. Kathy

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  27. JuneJuly 26, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    This is beautiful Adrienne! I am in love with the boulders. Your garden is so lovely!

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  28. My Dream CanvasJuly 28, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    So pretty!! I am hosting a Giveaway to win a 50 dollar gift card to the store HomeGoods. It would be great if you stopped by and entered. Thanks Anu

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