I painted the windows and door white this summer. I think it gave the garden a whole new look. My two apple trees are in front of the bench and the large tree at the far back is a Cherry tree.
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"I have a small romantic garden in Iceland. In it I have a small greenhouse, gazebo, pond to name a few things. We manage to grow Apple trees etc. I have twice gotten a reward from my town for my garden."
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We sometimes eat in the garden house. I have tried to make it cozy there. During the winter time it is storage for all the patio furniture, outdoor décor, etc. The stones I used for the pond all came from the hole I made for the pond. Around it I use mostly hosta plants. I like this Aruncus dioicus in front of the greenhouse. It keeps the greenhouse from being too hot when the sun shines. Laburnum to the right. Before there was just grass there, now white stones and wood stepping. I like these Danish strawberries. They bloom pink all summer. There are, however, very few strawberries. : ) My son fishing. : ) This is one of my favorite perennials, Eryngium alpinum. Garden at night.
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Anna, no wonder you got awards for your garden! i love every inch of it. that strawberry is a dandy and i wouldn't care if it had strawberries or not , the flowers are enough to give it merit. your son fishing is just like my grandson in my little pond and i gotta say,,,,,,,,,,,that white cat is HUGE! it's a great space you created and i'm glad i got to see it
Anna, this is a most charming garden. That goatsbeard is amazing. And I spot that beautiful golden chain tree. I do miss mine terribly. The garden house is just too cool. I think I would dine in there pretty often. I could use a feature like that in my own garden. Thanks for sharing you beautiful garden...well done.
I agree with Jeff, who needs berries when you can have those pink blooms! Anna, what an absolutely lovely haven you have created for your family. Just beautiful. Poor you digging out all those rocks, but you used them to good purpose....and that garden house! I think I would try to fit in a bed and just move out there for the summer. Very homey. I am sure the garden is quite romantic - particularly at night. I had to look up golden chain tree - how lovely is that? Then I had to check out Iceland temperatures. You must get a gulf stream affect and be in the south of the island. Sadly, this tree won't survive most of Canada's winters. Thanks for sharing these, and I can fully understand the awards for your garden. Great job.
Me too, a perfect garden for me, intimate and interesting. My husband visited Iceland many years ago and always said it was a lovely, friendly country, I guess it hasn't changed. I love all the "rooms" in your garden Anna, so inspiring.
What a beautiful place. So magical. The paths, buildings and gardens together create a wonderful space that anyone would feel privileged to live there or get an invitation to lunch. Gorgeous!
Anna, I always feel a little tweak of envy for somewhat more northern garden situations where hosta can be used so effectively in full sun...yours look so perfect surrounding your pond. Mine would fry to a crisp without shade protection. I share your enthusiasm for your Eryngium alpinum...it's so playful looking and such a great color. Your garden house is pure enchantment and it's so nice that you spend time in there.
Yes, enchantment is the right word to describe your garden! You've done a great job of keeping a cohesive whole by repeating the same elements like your garden house with the scalloped design in your wooden fence. As well as the gridwork in your windows with your fence and lighting. Your garden is very lovely...I see why you've wine two awards in your town :) Also, what a great space you've created for your son to play and explore. I love that photo.
Your garden is a little gem, Anna! It is a restful haven, with all the features one would want, perfectly fitted into the small area. Thank you for sharing.
Hi catasetumkid. Your ID name intrigued me, so I Googled catasetum and discovered that it is the name of a group of unusual orchids. Are you a collector? They look lovely, but seem difficult to grow.
Hi GrannyMay! Yes, I'm a collector. I grow many different types of orchids, including catasetums. Actually, they are relatively easy to grow and flower!
Following this site is like sitting at the counter in a coffee shop & watching a group of friends enjoying each others company & sharing common interests. Everyday someone new comes in ,shares their garden & is warmly welcomed. All the comments are positive , helpful & at times humorous. When the coffee shop closes the you leave a little better educated ,encouraged & feeling your efforts are worthwhile. . As a bonus you see gardens like this one that are picture perfect & full of ideas. Following this site is a good way to start the day.
Oh so VERY lovely Anna with a very distinct Scandinavian charm. The pond you made is a real winner and what a great little spot for your son. So beautiful throughout and what fun it would be to wander
I'm so glad you stopped by to share your garden photos. I've always wondered what a Scandinavian garden looked like - it is totally charming! Your grandson is utterly cute and those Danish strawberry flowers are quite delightful. Hope you return with garden photos of the other seasons.
I started to list all the things I really like about your wonderful garden, but then realized I love it all. Garden buildings from the smallest to extremely large, fascinate me for they are so open to imagination and whimsy and you have made yours charming.
Love the Eryngium and the strawberry flowers, etc etc. quite simply, lovely.
Anna, your gardens, both in the day and the evening, are are perfectly charming. They are filled with so many thoughtful details, it is no wonder you were honored with awards from your town!
Wow, Anna! I didn't know you could garden like this in Iceland! It is beautiful, crisp and full of surprises! Your pond is wonderful and all that you have done is well worth anyone to see and also to give you much praise and awards! Simply beautiful!
I'm in love! So calm, serene ... from the paths, to the pond, to the plants, to the quaint garden house ... must add those strawberries to plant wish list, too.
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Anna, no wonder you got awards for your garden! i love every inch of it. that strawberry is a dandy and i wouldn't care if it had strawberries or not , the flowers are enough to give it merit. your son fishing is just like my grandson in my little pond and i gotta say,,,,,,,,,,,that white cat is HUGE! it's a great space you created and i'm glad i got to see it
Anna, this is a most charming garden. That goatsbeard is amazing. And I spot that beautiful golden chain tree. I do miss mine terribly. The garden house is just too cool. I think I would dine in there pretty often. I could use a feature like that in my own garden. Thanks for sharing you beautiful garden...well done.
Lovely, just lovely! Thank you for sharing!
I agree with Jeff, who needs berries when you can have those pink blooms! Anna, what an absolutely lovely haven you have created for your family. Just beautiful. Poor you digging out all those rocks, but you used them to good purpose....and that garden house! I think I would try to fit in a bed and just move out there for the summer. Very homey. I am sure the garden is quite romantic - particularly at night. I had to look up golden chain tree - how lovely is that? Then I had to check out Iceland temperatures. You must get a gulf stream affect and be in the south of the island. Sadly, this tree won't survive most of Canada's winters. Thanks for sharing these, and I can fully understand the awards for your garden. Great job.
Charming and romantic are definitely apt adjectives. How cool to see a garden from Iceland, and a great one at that. Love that Eryngium: stellar!
Okay, now I want to move to Iceland. What a fairytale garden. The garden room...sigh... Love it!
Me too, a perfect garden for me, intimate and interesting. My husband visited Iceland many years ago and always said it was a lovely, friendly country, I guess it hasn't changed. I love all the "rooms" in your garden Anna, so inspiring.
What a beautiful place. So magical. The paths, buildings and gardens together create a wonderful space that anyone would feel privileged to live there or get an invitation to lunch. Gorgeous!
Anna, I always feel a little tweak of envy for somewhat more northern garden situations where hosta can be used so effectively in full sun...yours look so perfect surrounding your pond. Mine would fry to a crisp without shade protection. I share your enthusiasm for your Eryngium alpinum...it's so playful looking and such a great color. Your garden house is pure enchantment and it's so nice that you spend time in there.
Yes, enchantment is the right word to describe your garden! You've done a great job of keeping a cohesive whole by repeating the same elements like your garden house with the scalloped design in your wooden fence. As well as the gridwork in your windows with your fence and lighting. Your garden is very lovely...I see why you've wine two awards in your town :) Also, what a great space you've created for your son to play and explore. I love that photo.
Your garden is very beautiful and inviting! Love it, from USA, Iowa
Lovely, Anna. A storybook setting. I love the warmth and charm of your garden house and the surrounding gardens beckon!
Your garden is a little gem, Anna! It is a restful haven, with all the features one would want, perfectly fitted into the small area. Thank you for sharing.
What a beautiful, peaceful garden you have, Anna. I love it! Thank you for sharing.
Hi catasetumkid. Your ID name intrigued me, so I Googled catasetum and discovered that it is the name of a group of unusual orchids. Are you a collector? They look lovely, but seem difficult to grow.
Hi GrannyMay! Yes, I'm a collector. I grow many different types of orchids, including catasetums. Actually, they are relatively easy to grow and flower!
It would be great to see them. Could you send photos to this gardening blog and share them with us here?
I'll try to do that soon! Glad you hear you're interested.
Following this site is like sitting at the counter in a coffee shop & watching a group of friends enjoying each others company & sharing common interests. Everyday someone new comes in ,shares their garden & is warmly welcomed. All the comments are positive , helpful & at times humorous. When the coffee shop closes the you leave a little better educated ,encouraged & feeling your efforts are worthwhile. . As a bonus you see gardens like this one that are picture perfect & full of ideas. Following this site is a good way to start the day.
Joe, you said exactly what I tell my husband every day. I love this site and hope to post my garden...in a non-drought year.
You are so right, Joe! This is why we have to drop by each morning.
Well said, Joe! I feel the same way!
What a beautiful garden! I especially liked the strawberry flowers. Thanks for sharing.
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Beautiful!!
Anna, it's easy to see that your garden is a labor of love and Eryngium is also one of my favorites. Thanks for a glimpse of life in Iceland.
Oh so VERY lovely Anna with a very distinct Scandinavian charm. The pond you made is a real winner and what a great little spot for your son. So beautiful throughout and what fun it would be to wander
thru your gardens.
I'm so glad you stopped by to share your garden photos. I've always wondered what a Scandinavian garden looked like - it is totally charming! Your grandson is utterly cute and those Danish strawberry flowers are quite delightful. Hope you return with garden photos of the other seasons.
I started to list all the things I really like about your wonderful garden, but then realized I love it all. Garden buildings from the smallest to extremely large, fascinate me for they are so open to imagination and whimsy and you have made yours charming.
Love the Eryngium and the strawberry flowers, etc etc. quite simply, lovely.
Anna, your gardens, both in the day and the evening, are are perfectly charming. They are filled with so many thoughtful details, it is no wonder you were honored with awards from your town!
Wow, Anna! I didn't know you could garden like this in Iceland! It is beautiful, crisp and full of surprises! Your pond is wonderful and all that you have done is well worth anyone to see and also to give you much praise and awards! Simply beautiful!
Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful garden! That is an especially nice night photo! It is all so nice. Do send in more photos! We love them!
Thank you all for your kind words. I will send in winter pictures to show you this winter. Thanks again.
This is so gorgeous.... Just stunning. So much of your personality is shining through....
Award winning! It shows! Gorgeous.
I'm in love! So calm, serene ... from the paths, to the pond, to the plants, to the quaint garden house ... must add those strawberries to plant wish list, too.
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