Rocks are not something you often see in a Florida garden, but they always add a nice touch. This garden located in the Country Club of Mount Dora has been turned into a Florida-friendly perennial garden.
Let's go behind the garden gate to see what flowering plants this gardener has included in the garden.
Many tropical perennials and colorful foliage plants provide year-round color in this sunny and spacious-feeling backyard.
There are many nectar-rich choices such as plumbago, roses, pentas and salvia . . . to name a few . . . that provide the butterflies and hummers with a constant supply of nectar.
And, the homeowner with cutting flowers for their enjoyment.
A birdbath is utilized as a planting container and fits in nicely among the foliage.
I like the way they have used colorful foliage plants in the garden for added color, and their use of an ornamental piece of aged wood adds a fabulous natural touch, and is a nice contrast to the softness of their plant material.
Looking back towards the garden gate . . . this colorful perennial garden has a definate tropical feeling.
And, a wonderful space for two to sit and enjoy the color, and the butterflies as they drift from one bloom to another.
This garden was featured in the Lakes & Hills Garden Club 10th Annual Mount Dora Garden Tour - Nov. 2 & 3, 2013.
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