Visiting Longwood Gardens

     There's another reason to visit Longwood Gardens.  The Meadow Garden just opened on June 13, 2014.  There are 86 new acres with three miles of trails.  This is Longwood with her hair down and the breeze blowing through it.

You'll see open fields, woods, and wetlands.  Wear comfortable shoes.  Don't forget the bug spray because you might encounter ticks, flies, and mosquitoes.  There are restrooms and water, but it would be a good idea to carry water on hot days.  The trails are steep in only a couple of areas, so most people can manage.  

Could anything be cuter?

Downed trees provide habitat for many species.  The space under uplifted roots makes a good place for animals to dig a den.  Moss might grow in the soil on exposed roots.  If water collects in the depression left where the roots came out of the soil, frogs might lay eggs in the pool. 

Beautiful.

  

The Webb farmhouse, located at the edge of the meadow, has been partially restored and contains two galleries (and restrooms).  The house was built in the early 1700's.    

These are the birds you might see in the meadow.  These lifelike sculptures are made of paper.  The artist is Diana Beltran Herrera.  Her work is amazing.  http://www.dianabeltranherrera.com/

The fountain garden - back in "regular" Longwood.

The conservatory.  Do you believe this is inside?

Topiaries.  I love this dog. 

My favorite flower of the day.