Thursday, July 26, 2007

Maplelawn Gardens

Maplelawn is a lovely walled cottage garden to visit in Ottawa.


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A sunny border with liatrus, daylily, false sunflower, bellflower 'bluechips', poppy, and more


The colour scheme is exuberant to say the least but never does it jar the eye. The tireless volunteers in this old time garden have ensured a full season of gorgeous bloom.


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Blanket flower


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Veronica (speedwell)


None of the old time favourites are left out.


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Garden phlox


And every knock and cranny is crammed with plants:


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Hens and chicks


If you live in the area and love gardening, check it out!


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Snowball hydrangea hedge

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