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The English Garden
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English Gardens are softer, more fluid, and richer in the variety of plants than more strictly defined Formal Gardens, but are not as "happenstance" and disorganized as English Cottage Gardens. They seem to fall between the two extremes. This English Garden is an excellent example of a colorful, mixed garden with softer contours, and a most pleasing place to be.
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 | The Garden's Creator
On a lovely day in early Spring, we happened on the garden's designer, Peter Longley, at work. He seemed very pleased that people enjoy the garden. "It's maturing," he told us. "This year you won't be able to see the ground for the plants." A native of Scotland, Peter is also a writer who's penned several novels.
|  | The Garden Wall
From the walkway, a view of the beautiful garden wall and a nice, recessed place to relax.
|  | Lakeside
The garden's charm is greatly enhanced by its proximity to the park's Lake Drummond.
|  | Curves
The curves of the park sidewalk and the garden path blend beautifully.
|  | Statuary
A solitary statue is a perfect focal point for the garden.
|  | Toward Dusk
One of our favorite photos of the English Garden is this one taken by Peter in the late afternoon light. We thank him for its use.
|  | Charmers
|  | Brilliance
|  | A Child
|  | The Garden in June
|  | Pink Roses
|  | Early April
|  | The Phlox and a Friend
|  | Phlox Colors
|  | The Fall Garden
The goal of the garden to provide color and textural interest year-'round is beautifully realized in autumn, when this picture was taken.
|  | Framed English Garden
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