Logging the most recent pictures of the Ina’s impressive Cottage Garden bed within the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden, I was inspired to go back and look at its beginnings. Like the rescues at Homeward Bound, it has been transformed with TLC and a little training. I thought you might enjoy a simple pictorial review. P.S…she has graciously agreed to extend the Cottage Garden to frame a stunning entry next summer!
February; rocks and working the soil.
March; a river runs through it.
April; plantings and sprouting paths.
May; paths conquered! Drip and compost spur growth.
June; beautiful silvers and greens in late afternoon.
July; dotted with yellows, purples and the brilliant pink of Crape Myrtles.
Gardens For Goldens 
What a wonderful chronology of the cottage garden. It has been wonderful to watch the progression of this garden. I am so glad you were able to capture all with your camera. This garden really lends itself to the drip system. I’m hoping Ina will divide some of her plants in the cooler months and pass around to other gardeners.
Oh, I love that you captured the project from start to finish in the first year!
Isn’t it amazing?! Thanks for visiting with us!
So lovely!! The Noble Bayard says hello!! 🙂 xo Deb
He is welcome to visit us anytime! P.S…those scones you posted look yummy!
Audrey, how DID you get that Monarch to sit still long enough to take those beautiful photos? That’s just amazing! I enjoyed visiting with you 2 ladies last night – it truly is gorgeous out in the gardens in the evening! Happy warm weekend to all! Ina
That’s Maria’s magic, not mine! Happy “warm” weekend is right…why can’t it be hot on weekdays and cool on gardening days? Great to see you!
What a lovely garden and so nice to see its progression.
Ina is our resident master gardener. She did an amazing job!