Lazy Days

A garden to while away long summer days, whenever it is possible to steal away from today’s hectic lifestyle "Lazy Days".

An island surrounded by a stream and fronted by a still pond onto which projects a small jetty. The island enjoys a feeling of seclusion as its only access is by a small wooden bridge. There are a number of areas on the island to laze away the days. Imagine sitting on the jetty with a book, your feet dangling in the cooling water; reclining in the hammock with a tall glass of something cold; or retreating from the midday sun to a shady gazebo.

The planting is primarily of marginal or moisture loving perennials, both native and non-native, placed in a naturalistic style. This a garden owned by someone who chooses to spend any spare hours enjoying the benefits of relaxing in the garden rather than attending to maintenance. Thus the garden has been allowed to become somewhat overgrown, and in the process a haven for wildlife.

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