Hi GPODers!

While most gardeners would hesitate to ever say their garden is “done,” that doesn’t mean it takes years and years to create something spectacular. Today’s garden epitomizes that theory, as Dot Lenahan’s space is still very new, but already bountiful.

I live in suburban Philadelphia and this garden is three years old. This year the roses and clematis were amazing and the roses on the arch are Kiss Me Kate™ (Rosa ‘KORnagelio’, Zones 5–9) (along with the honeysuckle). Our dog Jack is pictured exploring one of the seating areas available in order to watch the birds and admire the garden’s beauty. Thanks, Dot Lenahan

It’s really a marvel that this was created in three short years! Aside from the Kiss Me Kate™ roses and honeysuckle—potentially the variety (Lonicera periclymenum ‘Scentsation’ , Zones 4–9) based on the pale yellow color—there are endless blooms to be seen from nearly every angle.

A fabulous example of Dot’s success with clematis this year, this ‘Ashva’ (Clematis ‘Ashva’, Zones 4–9) bloom is picture perfect!

Full, but also full of opportunities. Dot’s garden is already filled with gorgeous plantings, but still has plenty of room for more additions and for existing plants to continue to mature.

Nothing is more essential in a garden with a multitude of climbing plants than a multitude of stable structures for them to climb on. All of these trellises, arches, and fences serve as great support and protection for plants, but they also create these amazing little windows to few her plants through. One such opening creates the perfect viewing portal for a perfectly pink clematis.

Finally, Dot’s adorable dog Jack getting to enjoy this flower-filled space!

Thank you for sharing your impressive garden progress with us, Dot! It’s definitely inspired me to give a second thought in what can be achieve in three short years, in the garden and out.

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