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Newport Society: The Harold Brown Villa

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In a very European fashion, the Harold Brown Villa has been occupied by the same family since 1895 – approximately seventeen generations – which is befitting of an aristocratic family… Read More

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The Little Black Dress of Flower Urns

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Many gardeners have a favorite “go to” container for our flower arrangements. They’re  like an old friend — reliable (water tight), accountable (whatever you arrange in them looks good), stylish… Read More

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Christmas Inspirations at Parterre

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Welcome to Parterre!The party is just about to begin and we’ve rolled out the red carpet for you. Each year I look for inspiration to bring a new twist to… Read More

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Newport, the Arboretum

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In my first book, Private Newport: At Home and in the Garden (2004), I shared that I am first a tree lover, then a gardener, and hinted at a little… Read More

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Wit and Whimsy in the Garden

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I just welcomed my first garden visitors of the summer, the lovely ladies of the Virginia Robinson Garden in Beverly Hills, led by my dear friend, Jeanne Anderson. Their gracious… Read More

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Planning Your Summer Garden: 9 ‘Oops’ to Avoid

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Spring, and its established ritual of “opening the garden,” is surely a gardener’s favorite time of the year. Top of my list is to check my “to do” notes and update… Read More

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Inspiration for Christmas Decorating

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Can you believe it’s the last month of the year? I think I’ll just slip into it, continuing our Fall focus on the gorgeous trees of Newport and choosing one… Read More

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Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour 2016

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Everyone loves a sneak peek at private homes, especially if they’ve never before been opened to the public. St. Michael’s Country Day School has been presenting the Neighborhoods of Newport… Read More

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The slip covers are on in the library, Sweet William is dressed up with ladies mantle for the breakfast table and house guests are about to arrive. It’s Newport flower show time! Let the festivities begin. #privatenewport
#newportflowershow
#parterregardens

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The slip covers are on in the library, Sweet William is dressed up with ladies mantle for the breakfast table and house guests are about to arrive. It’s Newport flower show time! Let the festivities begin. #privatenewport
#newportflowershow
#parterregardens

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Boston is a breathtaking city in the spring, especially as seen in the historic and charming town houses of Beacon Hill and their gardens. Join me on the blog for a stroll through these historic, dreamy views to include the prestigious Louisburg Square.
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Boston is a breathtaking city in the spring, especially as seen in the historic and charming town houses of Beacon Hill and their gardens. Join me on the blog for a stroll through these historic, dreamy views to include the prestigious Louisburg Square. 
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Yearning for a bit of London?
It never ceases to pull at my heartstrings… scoot over to the blog for some memorable daydreaming (link in bio)
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#royaldoors
#londoninthespring

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Yearning for a bit of London?
It never ceases to pull at my heartstrings… scoot over to the blog for some memorable daydreaming (link in bio)
#doorsoflondon
#royaldoors
#londoninthespring

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A sneak peek at the Tulip Extravaganza to be seen at Arundel Castle, England in late April. Breathtaking beyond words!
Scoot over to todays blog for more yummy images… and springtime inspiration.

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#tulipsinthelandscape
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A sneak peek at the Tulip Extravaganza to be seen at Arundel Castle, England in late April. Breathtaking beyond words!
Scoot over to todays blog for more yummy images… and springtime inspiration. 

#desingingwithtulips
#tulipsinthelandscape
#arundelcastletulipfestival

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Brilliant stately tulips, soft fluffy lilac, majestic cardoons — a taste of what I’m looking forward to as I head to Surrey, Sussex and London. Scoot over to the blog and enjoy some of the memory-making gardens from past trips to England. (Link in bio)

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Brilliant stately tulips, soft fluffy lilac, majestic cardoons — a taste of what I’m looking forward to as I head to Surrey, Sussex and London. Scoot over to the blog and enjoy some of the memory-making gardens from past trips to England. (Link in bio)

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Pairing daffodils with Newport’s illustrious private residences…a beyond charming Tea House, a replica of an 18th century Samuel McIntire creation in Darby,MA,atBellevue House
Scoot over to the blog for more daffodil beauty. Link in bio

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Pairing daffodils with Newport’s illustrious private residences…a beyond charming Tea House, a replica of an 18th century Samuel McIntire creation in Darby,MA,atBellevue House
Scoot over to the blog for more daffodil beauty. Link in bio
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