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Garden Photo of the Day

Garden Photo of the Day

Scenes from the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

comments (14) July 27th, 2012 in blogs
MichelleGervais Michelle Gervais, Senior Editor
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A gorgeous pergola and seating area attached to the pavilion. Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
I got to see this rain chain in action while waiting for the storm to pass--beautiful! Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
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A labyrinth for reflection. Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
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Confined to a wheel chair? Heres a labyrinth just for you. Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
Swoon! The green roof, the shingles, the kitty fence. Id like to move in, please. Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
Somebody got creative... Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
Near the rhododendron garden Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.
A gorgeous pergola and seating area attached to the pavilion. Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up. Click the image to enlarge.

A gorgeous pergola and seating area attached to the pavilion.

Click directly on the photo to enlarge it in a pop-up.

Photo: Michelle Gervais
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I got to visit the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens on Tuesday, and I have to say that it may one of the nicest public gardens I've ever set foot in! And I've been to quite a few. The layout, the plantings, the buildings, the gorgeous setting, the attention to detail--it was all fabulously perfect! Even though one post could barely scratch the surface of the cool things I saw, I thought I'd share just a few photos I took here and there. I can't vouch for their quality--I was dodging serious rain, thunder, and lightning for half the time I was there....running around with a big metal tripod...yikes! Plus, I'm editing this post on a laptop from home (under the weather--ha!), which makes it pretty near impossible to edit out the blurry shots. Anyhow, enjoy!

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tractor1 writes: solana1234: Rain chains are mostly decorative but they are also functional in as there's no downspout to clog, however there needs to be a vessel at the bottom to collect the water and then a conduit to direct the water safely away from the house. Rain chains don't work well in many situations, they don't work well with two story houses and with wind the water blows in whichever direction. I think they could be fine on a small garden shed but I'd not want one for a house, with a heavy rain a lot of serious damage can ensue. Posted: 5:26 pm on July 27th
pattyspencer writes: Would love to be able to walk through that garden! Posted: 4:53 pm on July 27th
solana1234 writes: "rain chain" I was hunting and pecking fast there! Posted: 2:22 pm on July 27th
solana1234 writes: Does everyone know what a rain chai is except for me? Does it serve a useful purpose or is it just for decoration?
Love all these gardening posts and pictures!!! Posted: 2:21 pm on July 27th
Wife_Mother_Gardener writes: This looks like a fun garden visit! I love the green roof on the garden building. Posted: 1:44 pm on July 27th
Vespasia writes: Beautiful, want to visit for sure! Posted: 12:33 pm on July 27th
Formandfoliage writes: Thanks for highlighting some botanical gardens. Interestingly, many people that visit BGs go for solitude and serenity, and aren't even plant lovers. They serve a much greater slice of the public than one would think, and they generally don't get as much focus as museums or the like. Glad you shared these photos! Posted: 9:40 am on July 27th
WillysMom writes: I'm lucky to live fairly close to CMBG, and it is indeed wonderful. In addition to Michelle's highlighted spots, it features many theme gardens, ponds, incredible arrangements of huge rocks, waterfalls, a children's garden, and best of all (to me) gorgeous trails through the woods. And a fabulous cafe! William Cullina is now the Executive Director, so you know it will continue to be wonderful. Be sure to check out their web site for more. (Guess this sounds like an ad, but no, I don't work for them - I just love the place!) Posted: 9:36 am on July 27th
Happily_Gardening writes: Wonderful to see the rain chain in operation, not seen that before. The little cottage with cat fencing is adorable. The pictures make me long to visit the gardens and Maine.
Tractor 1, Loved your idea of a rain chain made up of small watering cans. Practical and whimsical.
Michelle, thanks for hanging in there to take pictures in the storming weather...you are dedicated. Sorry you are now under the weather, hope you're feeling "right as rain" soon. Posted: 9:20 am on July 27th
tractor1 writes: I can see that rain chain really caught your fancy, I like it too, and you were fortunate for the rain to show it in operation. And someone put a lot of effort into creating those majestic stainless steel? watering cans, filled with water no one could walk off with them, the same creativity could turn them into a great water feature... smaller watering cans would make an interesting rain chain. That garden looks like one can spend a very enjoyable day there, thank you, Michelle. Posted: 8:06 am on July 27th
ScottHokunson writes: Beautiful! Just another great reason to visit Maine! Posted: 7:04 am on July 27th
meander1 writes: Looks like a fabulous garden with lots of interesting elements. Love the watering can arbor with its sense of playfulness. Posted: 6:23 am on July 27th
Kris_at_Blithewold writes: I've known for a while that I've got to go, but you confirmed it for sure. That wide angle of the labyrinth and the sumac all lit up makes me almost weepy with want. Why isn't that as easy as it looks? Posted: 5:54 am on July 27th
user-29260 writes: Such a beautiful place, and such a wonderful addition to northern New England! It's quicly become one of my favorite places in that part of the county. Posted: 5:18 am on July 27th
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