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Garden Photo of the Day

Garden Photo of the Day


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comments (3) June 24th, 2010 in blogs

mgervais Michelle Gervais, Associate Editor
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At first glance, you'd think these urns were mirror images of each other, but the mirror has nothing to do with them from this angle. Instead, this decorative mirror is a compelling feature on this vine-covered wall, and from this perspective, reflects the seating area on the patio. Mirrors offer ever-changing vistas of a garden, and lend an air of mystery and suspense. They can also make a small garden space seem much bigger.

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Comments (3)

GardenEzi writes: I love this too and intend to try it in my own garden, to enhance a tropical foliage feature. So simple yet so effective! Posted: 2:41 am on July 13th
arboretum writes: michelle, that wonderful mirror was created by the amazingly talented team of Little and Lewis, on Bainbridge Isl., WA.
http://www.littleandlewis.com/

best,
mindy
www.cottonarboretum.com/ Posted: 1:19 pm on July 7th
Deanneart writes: Really clever idea! love this Posted: 7:57 am on June 24th
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