Part three of my garden tours through Rhode Island brings us to the famous Fredrick Law Olmsted Jr. designed Blue Garden. This garden owes its significance from its original patroness, Harriet Parsons James, Olmsted’s vision and its contemporary savior, Dorrance “Dodo” Hamilton. The story of how this garden was rehabilitated from its long hidden original form is awe inspiring. I have … READ MORE
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Garden Tour: Sakonnet Garden
Back in June I traveled to Rhode Island to give a talk at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI along with Joe and Shari Russell of Russell Tree Experts and Juniper Flower Co. The talk was about how young professionals are forging unique paths in the horticulture industry. It was a reunion for Joe, myself and Julie, the Education Programs Manager … READ MORE