The sun was finally shining with no threat of rain, rather than spending the day gardening, I jumped in the car and headed to Madison's Olbrich Gardens for the second time in a week. I love to go there to walk through the gardens, but this usually happens after a Saturday visit to the farmers market on the Square. Today was Tuesday and I am heading there for the first Ikebana demonstration of the summer. The Madison Club #28, offers these classes as free community education.
I arrived before the visitor center and conservatory was open. I had made great time on the freeway.
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| Here is the hours for the gardens. |
This giant plant greets you and it is a dwarf!
The Wisteria is in full bloom!
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| A cool resting spot surrounded by climbing roses. |
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| Refreshing water features. |
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| A view of the water as you enter the "room". |
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| And the view the other direction |
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| A place to reflect - such a wonderful memorial to a couple, |
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| Small ponds surround the pathway. |
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| Some carnivorous plants in a hypertufa container. |
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| Lovely color! Can I take it home? |
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| The entire wall is lined in different varieties of coleus. |
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An edible container planting of Swiss chard
and kale. |
Sneaking in a little peak here and a little peak there, I found some true treasures of the garden and made for a fun day! Check it out soon.
That is a really beautiful place :)
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