March 16, 2010 Web Photos That I Like
Delphiniums add a special touch to English style romantic gardens.
I first researched the gardens at Hestercombe when I stumbled upon a striking Delphinium composition [shown above] that had been photographed on this estate and posted by Hermes to his blog site, Gardens of a Golden Afternoon.
I learned that Hestercombe includes a collection of three gardens that span three centuries of garden history. A Georgian landscape had been designed there in the 18th century, A Victorian Terrace was installed in the 19th century, and a Formal garden was added in the earliest part of the 20th century.
Located in Taunton, Somerset, England, Hestercombe has become a tourist attraction and reception center managed by the National Trust of the UK. This philanthropic organization protects and opens to the public over 350 historic houses, gardens and ancient monuments.
Reader Comments (1)
Wonderful places! Love all three images. Thank you!