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Early Blooms in New England
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In late spring, Honey's sunny garden hosts various bulbs in burgundy, white, yellow, and orange. Tall-crown imperial fritillaries, with their pendant bell-shaped blooms, are among the most dramatic. Later, purple, burgundy, and white alliums, along with magenta and pink hardy geraniums and purple salvias, resonate harmoniously with the house and the rest of the garden.
An avid environmentalist, Honey especially likes connecting her cultivated garden to the surrounding landscape, which includes many acres of woodland. Her plantings continue to evolve through the growing season, with other perennials and certain shrubs in starring roles. She designed the area to be enjoyed from inside the house as well as outdoors. Honey and her husband, Dr. David Lippman, added a sunroom that connects to the kitchen, and with floor-to-ceiling windows, it affords a panoramic view of the garden all year long.
For photos and articles, visit: honeysharp.com
Gardens on Tour
Many regional gardens will be available for self-guided tours as part of The Garden Conservancy's Open Days program. For more information and to obtain a directory of participating gardens, visit: gardenconservancy.org/opendays
More Specialty Gardens
Read about gardening with seaside species, moss, and native plants, and link to our sister publication, The Old Farmer's Almanac All-Seasons Garden Guide.
Reader Comments
Comment from Jeff Folger on February 4, 2010
very beautiful and I can't wait for spring flowers...
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