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Garden Photo of the Day

Garden Photo of the Day

Ann's garden in Minnesota

comments (20) January 25th, 2013 in blogs
MichelleGervais Michelle Gervais, Senior Editor
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Today's photo are from Ann McCormick. She says, "My garden is in Crosslake, Minnesota, which is north of Brainerd. It was plagued by deer so I built a fence from small trees we had cleared on our property. With an almost weekly spray of liquid fence the garden is free of deer. I rely on perennials with pops of color from annuals. I use containers of them to fill in when perennial flowers fade. The star performer this year was Angelica gigas. You can see one of them growing in front of the red wheel rim that is mounted on the fence." I love your use of found objects, Ann, the gate and the painted wheel rim are especially super! Thanks so much for sharing.

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CJgardens writes: Ann, I hope you don't mind having one more fellow gardener comment on how beautiful your rustic fence is. I may copy your wonderful idea in my sister's woodland garden. I definitely could enjoy an afternoon or evening (or two) on your screened-in porch. Great job! Posted: 4:00 pm on January 28th
MKSBrown writes: Lovely garden. My daughter lives in Minneapolis so it is fun to see what a home gardener does in that area. Posted: 3:05 pm on January 26th
NevadaSue writes: Ann, I absolutely love the fence! It seems perfect for a wooded area too. I'm just enjoying your whole garden and forest beyond. The Daisy (Black eyed Susan I think) with the pastel colors surrounding it is so cheery. I keep going back to have another look. I've never grown an Angelina but yours is beautiful and makes me think I should try. I must also say the gate is a winner! I love how you have used found objects to create a beautiful space. Thanks so much for sharing with us. Posted: 11:20 pm on January 25th
UCMG2000 writes: Your fence is the most beautiful one I've ever seen. The extra value comes when it starts to decompose. You can grind the old pieces up into mulch. Perfect recycling! Posted: 3:55 pm on January 25th
hostaholic writes: Ann, that fence is an absolutely perfect fit in your wooded garden. I love it! The gate fits it so well. I'm also a fan of Angelica gigas. It always stops garden visitors in their tracks. I also love how the seedlings pop up in unexpected places, often better placed by nature than I could ever hope to. Hats off to a fellow Minnesotan! Stay warm up there. Posted: 12:18 pm on January 25th
KVgarden writes: Ann, I love every bit of your garden! Thanks for sending these wonderful photos. Posted: 11:44 am on January 25th
Sheila_Schultz writes: What a functional and very practical art installation you have surrounding your gardens Ann, how fun! The weathered iron headboard is definitely the coolest gate I have ever seen... I'll bet it will serve as an inspiration for a few gates around the country come spring! Thanks for the smiles this morning. Posted: 11:19 am on January 25th
cwheat000 writes: It is so hard to get a fence to blend into its surroundings. I think you created a real winner. Posted: 11:09 am on January 25th
Steepdrive writes: I so love the fence. I have so much wood here that I could something similar very easily. Thank you for the inspiration. And the found objects add such a nice touch. Posted: 10:33 am on January 25th
terieLR writes: I see why Angelica gigas stole the show last summer. Your hard work rewarded you with a wonderful garden of treasures to enjoy from that screened-in porch. I can only imagine what it looks like with snow on those sculptured fence branches. Posted: 10:30 am on January 25th
thevioletfern writes: Just love your fence Ann! It frames your garden perfectly. Posted: 10:07 am on January 25th
thevioletfern writes: Just love your fence Ann! It frames your garden perfectly. Posted: 10:07 am on January 25th
gramamarg writes: I usually don't like fences, but know they are a necessity. But this is the most beautiful fence i've ever seen. I love the fact that you didn't have to go to a lumber store and spend a lot of money. the plants look wonderful with it as the backdrop. Posted: 9:10 am on January 25th
rwotzak writes: So many great, whimsical details! Now I know what to do with that old iron bed frame I have in my barn! Posted: 8:56 am on January 25th
wGardens writes: I, too, love your garden and use of found objects. Sure entices one to look in every corner to see what surprises may be waiting to be discovered! Thanks so much for sharing!Wish I could visit! Posted: 8:49 am on January 25th
tractor1 writes: So reminiscent of those Three Little Pigs, one with a fence of sticks to keep the baddies at bay. Those sticks make for a very inconspicuous deer fence, I like it. Posted: 8:20 am on January 25th
BethTW writes: Is the gate a headboard?! super cool! love your style. Posted: 8:19 am on January 25th
meander1 writes: Your fence is genius, Ann. I am so glad it worked because, although it was probably fun to do, no doubt it took a lot of time and effort. It fits your setting so perfectly since things look woodsy right outside its perimeter. You're lucky the deer haven't decided to test out their jumping muscles to to get to the alluring buffet bar of beautiful colors and scents ( and to them, tastes). Love the objects you've used for ornamentation....yup, everything is genius! Posted: 7:51 am on January 25th
Vojt writes: I agree! The wonderful fence and great use of found objects help to make your garden a winner! Posted: 7:48 am on January 25th
PeonyFan writes: I love that fence! So creative, keeping the side branches to make a lattice. It's like sculpture. Posted: 4:35 am on January 25th
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