Tuesday, May 17, 2011

A Front Yard Tour

















I was finally able to take some pictures of the front yard. The previous owner was an avid gardener, so it has been a fun surprise this spring to see what is going to bloom next. :-)


Let's start the tour at the driveway.




See that bright orange near the house? Those are gorgeous poppies! Let's get a closer look.




In front of the steps there are also several peonies, rose bushes, different colors of columbine, and alot of things I haven't identified yet.




Near the porch, ferns, hosta, more roses, and another type of poppy fill the area.



Here is the view from the house. A nice line of trees partially hide the house from the street.

And lastly, ferns, columbine, hosta, and lily of the valley fill a shady walkway on the other side of the house.
Thanks for taking the tour with me! Hopefully I'll be able to get my annuals planted this week. Have a great week everyone.

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13 comments:

  1. Sugar BearMay 17, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Beautiful! You must so enjoy being in the yard.
    Karla

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  2. KatherineMay 18, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Oh, Kimberly, your yard is so lovely. I'm just drinking in all the lush green and snapshots of the blooms you've shared. Looks like a slice of heaven and I'm sure you'll be enjoying all the gardening surprises that are yet to bloom for you.

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  3. KatyDidStitchesMay 19, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    I found you! Do you remember me...your old eBay friend? It's been quite a while...and it looks like I have some catching up to do!

    Your new home looks beautiful, Kim...I read a few of your past posts...and I'm looking forward to hearing more. I LOVE your style. I may just have to swipe a few ideas from you!

    Kathy

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  4. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Oh Wow Kimberly! No wonder you snatched this up...it's a park!!!!
    Beautiful!

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  5. KitschKraftsMay 19, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Looks like you have a pretty terrific outdoor space to go along with a pretty nice interior! Loved seeing all the wonderful things growing in your yard.
    Have a great rest of the week!

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  6. My Casa BellaMay 19, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    It looks like you're appreciating all the hard work the previous owner did. I sure hope whoever buys our home is the same. I'd hate to think of them tearing out the roses or any of the flowers, but I know, it'll be no longer mine, but still, ALL THAT HARD WORK! Sigh,
    MCB

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  7. Georgia PeachezMay 21, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I bet when you drove up to this property you were saying " and you had me at the front yard!" It's going to be a total paradise once you put your stamp on it. Totally drool worthy. I have moved many times and I always love taking the yard and making it my own, but I have NEVER inherited a "gardeners" yard to start with, JEALOUS!!
    xo, Suzy

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  8. UnknownMay 22, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    What a lovely yard, Kimberly. I love the gorgeous florals & brilliant green yard. The poppies are awesome ... you have your own little shangri-la.


    Have a beautiful day ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  9. Nanette MerrillMay 23, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    It is such a lovely garden scene from your windows...hard to pull yourself away some days I'm sure. Thanks for taking the photos. They are really beautiful.

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  10. CarolynJune 3, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Your yard is so lovely. You must so enjoy being in the yard.

    Silver MLM

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  11. ElizabethJune 6, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    You have a beautiful home! Your flower beds are much neater than mine. Mine are in serious need of weeding. :)

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  12. Glenna @ Hollyhock QuiltsJune 7, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Just catching up on my favorite blogs. Gorgeous!!

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  13. Jillian's Bella Rosa AntiquesJune 10, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Lovely flowers in your yard. How nice to see them as you come home.

    I also love the rainbow in your last post!!!!

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