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Garden vignettes can be more than just plants

comments (2) January 8th, 2010 in blogs

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We love this garden vignette. Designed by Tom Nelson and Randy Bolin in Oakland, California, it features earthenware pots and a metal panel in harmonious hues. An array of textural plants compliments them perfectly. Small details like a half-hidden face are icing on the cake.

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Birdygirl writes: this is a lovely composition. It makes me want to get out into the patio and get to work!!! Posted: 11:00 pm on January 11th

sweetrebecca writes: Ahhh....I was lucky enough to see this garden and enjoy the 'trip down memory lane'! A gorgeous garden created by 2 wonderful people - thanks! Posted: 11:30 am on January 8th

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Welcome to the Fine Gardening GARDEN PHOTO OF THE DAY blog!

Every weekday we post a new photo of a great garden, a spectacular plant, a stunning plant combination, or any number of other subjects. Think of it as your morning jolt of green.

Sign up to get new posts delivered to your inbox each morning so you'll always remember to take a look, or subscribe to our RSS feed. We look forward to sharing our garden travels with you.

If you think you have a photo that we should share on the Garden Photo of the day, email us. Send hi-res images to mgervais@taunton.com with GPOD in the subject line. We'll only respond if we plan to use your photo.