Photo of the Week: 18th Century Garden in Philadelphia

18th century garden showing raised beds and white pergola

You might not notice the garden as you walk east on Walnut Street toward the riverfront in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The formal 18th Century Garden (recreated by the National Park Service) is behind six-foot tall wrought-iron fences, and might not catch your attention after you pass the Dolley Todd House on 4th Street. Continue reading Photo of the Week: 18th Century Garden in Philadelphia

Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!

Ball of red chrysanthemums, hanging from celing

While many people love to see the vibrant colors of tulips, crocuses, and daffodils in the spring, I’m a fan of the rich, intense colors and shapes of fall chrysanthemums.

That’s why I loved seeing this month’s Chrysanthemums and More! exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Chrysanthemums and More!

Photo of the Week: Japanese Garden at Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Overlooking Lena Meijer Pond with fall color starting to show on trees in the background

Hard to believe it’s been over a year since I last visited Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, commonly called Meijer Gardens, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

In spring 2015, my family and I enjoyed a lovely Mother’s Day in the conservatory and Victorian garden. And I said I would be back in summer 2015 to see the newly-opened Japanese garden.

Well, it took me a bit longer to see the Japanese garden, but I finally made it there today.Continue reading Photo of the Week: Japanese Garden at Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park