June 13, 2012

Yard Work In Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia


This backyard is a work in progress with a pile of clippings and old plants in the foreground. The outbuilding makes a perfect backdrop to a swell-sculpted tree. Shaped and specially pruned trees and bushes are a common occurrence in colonial gardens.

5 comments:

  1. I just adore your daily pictures; LOVE this one, the perfect blend of building and civilized Nature.
    Cass

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  2. you should see my yard ! I guess I spend too much free time at the computer -)
    lovely shot
    anni

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  3. I would be in the yard working everyday if my yard looked like this!!

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  4. Stunning photo! Thank you so much for sharing.

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  5. They see the art in everyday things. Kind of like the Japanese in this area...

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