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Tag Archives: seasons


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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Inspiring Garden Design: 7 Key Points for Creating Garden Rooms

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When invited to speak in New Orleans at a garden club fundraiser, I was  asked specifically to talk about the ins and outs of creating my own garden.  But, of… Read More

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‘Tis the Season!

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When anticipating this glorious holiday season, one image lingered as I carried out the bittersweet ritual of “putting the garden to bed”…the brilliant cardinals that had seemed more ever present… Read More

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Afternoon Tea in London

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  What a fun post to pen! Next to champagne I adore tea. From the sense of occasion to the last bite of an English scone, tea for me is… Read More

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A Tale of Two Orangeries

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Part of the pleasure of building your own home in Newport is the ritual of naming it (very de riguer — taken so literally that one witty friend tagged their… Read More

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An Overlook of 2015: the Essence of Private Newport Style

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An Overlook of 2015: the Essence of Private Newport Style

Swimming along into 2016 but lets take a peek back at 2015.Here they are–your favorites and ours … 21 Images that Capture the Essence ofPrivate Newport Style Wishing you many… Read More

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A Soup-er Fall Luncheon

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This has been one of the most beautiful fall seasons in memory. And with it comes one of our favorite traditions – large pots of Portuguese Kale Soup simmering on… Read More

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Peony Madness: How to Make the Most of a Fleeting Season

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It’s a frequent gardener’s lament…”Why don’t they last longer? What can I do to enjoy every second of their brief season?” And no one loves peonies more, or misses them… 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
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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)
#doorsoflondon
#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
#arundelcastletulipfestival

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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
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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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