Secret Garden
Country Style : Episode COS-407 -- More Projects »
In a city known for its spectacular public gardens, antiques dealer and gardener Gayle Tweed had something a bit more intimate in mind. Nearly hidden behind her Portland home, she's created a secret garden with a relaxed mix of vintage furniture and country accents tucked among an informal bounty of blossoms.
Before, the land was barren and bleak. After garden designers Danny Hills and Wayne Hughes reworked the land it became an intimate dining space surrounded by lots of greenery. They enhanced the rundown fence running along her property line with trellises planted with cup-and-saucer vines. To make sure the space was easy to maintain, the designers put in pathways, a terrace and flower beds--eliminating any grass to mow. Paths are recycled brick laid on sand without mortar; the terrace is recycled flagstone. Perennials and easy-to-grow self seeders make up the multitude of flowering plants. The outdoor room consists of portable, colorful vintage furnishings. Old striped canvas was used for pillow covers.
Guests Gayle Tweed
Antique Dealer, Stars Antiques Malls
Website:
www.starsantique.com
Wayne Hughes
Garden Designer, Lonesomeville Pottery
Portland, OR
Phone: 503-774-5387
E-mail:
wayne@lonesomeville.com
Website:
www.lonesomeville.comDanny Hills
Garden Designer, Lonesomeville Pottery
Portland, OR
Phone: 503-774-5387
Website:
www.lonesomeville.com Also in this Episode
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