Robert and I were invited to attend the Cobb County Master Gardeners Garden Tour with our friends Katie and Bob.
This years theme was "Through the Garden Gate". We walked through 4 private gardens and 2 public garden sights.
Whimsical scenes scattered through the Hartley Garden created one of the most fun gardens on the tour.
Here is the description from the garden tour flyer of this garden located in Smyrna.
"Sloping acreage and shade presented significant challenges when the Hartleys moved in 20 years ago. Now, rock retaining walls prevent erosion, pathways provide access to plantings, and an abundance of soil amendments and compost have improved soil texture for optimal plant growth. Meandering paths are highlighted by shade-loving natives, variegated foliage, ferns and low maintenance collections of Hosta, Heuchera and Helleborus. Surrounding the waterfall feature, a carpet of Dwarf Mondo thrives in a spot where sun-loving grass could not grow. Tucked into this wildlife habitat, a fire pit and pond enhance enjoyment of the outdoors."
Other gardens included the Baroni Garden in Powder Springs, the Lovelace Garden also in Powder Srpings, The Bramwell Garden in Atlanta, Green Meadows Preserve in Marietta and Ford Elementary School in Acworth.
We had so much fun riding around in Bob's Jeep with the top down and the sun in our eyes!
Visit www.cobbmastergardeners.com for more information on Cobb County Master Gardeners and how you can become a Master Gardener!
This years theme was "Through the Garden Gate". We walked through 4 private gardens and 2 public garden sights.
Here is the description from the garden tour flyer of this garden located in Smyrna.
"Sloping acreage and shade presented significant challenges when the Hartleys moved in 20 years ago. Now, rock retaining walls prevent erosion, pathways provide access to plantings, and an abundance of soil amendments and compost have improved soil texture for optimal plant growth. Meandering paths are highlighted by shade-loving natives, variegated foliage, ferns and low maintenance collections of Hosta, Heuchera and Helleborus. Surrounding the waterfall feature, a carpet of Dwarf Mondo thrives in a spot where sun-loving grass could not grow. Tucked into this wildlife habitat, a fire pit and pond enhance enjoyment of the outdoors."
Other gardens included the Baroni Garden in Powder Springs, the Lovelace Garden also in Powder Srpings, The Bramwell Garden in Atlanta, Green Meadows Preserve in Marietta and Ford Elementary School in Acworth.
We had so much fun riding around in Bob's Jeep with the top down and the sun in our eyes!
Visit www.cobbmastergardeners.com for more information on Cobb County Master Gardeners and how you can become a Master Gardener!
