Poison Ivy Acres

Come see what happens when a plant geek (C.L.) and the Energizer Bunny (Dan) purchase 2 1⁄2 acres

of land. You will see a large variety of all types of plants. Stroll through the “Entry Garden” that’s filled with a combination of annuals and perennials, and discover what sweet scents are filling the “Fragrance Garden.” Find out what flowers C.L. has grown for “Annual Alley” this year. Note the trial perennials and shrubs in the test garden, cutting gardens, a large vegetable garden, berry bushes, and several flower beds. Find out what plants grow well in the often-soggy Rain Garden, and of course, see many varieties of Hydrangeas. This garden is a celebration of color, diversity, plants, and the joys of cultivation.



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A Peaceful Sanctuary for all Seasons

A garden on Cape Cod becomes a tranquil haven for the seasons as flower borders, shrubs, butterflies and hummingbirds create a place to reflect, contemplate and enjoy. Vines scramble over a pergola and a picturesque potting shed. A variety of other structures, stone patios and vegetable beds capture the eye. The garden owner can give details about many interesting trees and shrubs planted throughout the property. Hydrangeas including ‘Snow Queen’,  ‘Pinky Winky’, ‘Quick Fire’ will enhance your tour of this serene and relaxing garden.

Directions to 154 Ostrom Road, Falmouth
Follow Rte 28 to Mashpee Rotary and continue on Rte 28 for 2 ½ miles until the Gulf Station is on your left. Take left onto Metoxit and follow until you have Waquoit Bay on your right. Take an immediate left after you go over bridge to Ostrom Rd. House is 3rd on right. Parking will be on street.

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A Challenging Property Becomes a Beautiful Space

The prolific garden of Sally and Randy Moore features perennials, shrubs and many decorative trees and junipers. The right side garden is vibrant with three hydrangeas--Hydrangea serrata, Hydrangea macrophylla 'Quick Fire', and a reblooming 'Blue Jangles'. Hydrangeas also frame the left side garden and include 'Nikko Blue,' 'Penny Mac', 'Bloom Struck,' another reblooming variety. Look for 'Venice' and 'Blue Doneau,' a gorgeous blue mop head.  Other garden attractions include a waterfall which forms the centerpiece of a back yard garden which has evolved over ten years. Selecting shrubs and perennials that would thrive in the sandy soil, hot afternoon sun and dry conditions was the main challenge faced by these avid gardeners.

Directions to 11 Notre Dame Lane, Mashpee. 
From Rte. 6, take exit 2 and travel south on Rte 130. In 1.6 miles, take a left on Cotuit Rd. Travel 2.5 miles and take a right on Pimlico Pond Rd. In .4 miles take the 2nd right on Notre Dame Ln. Turn around in the cul de sac and park on the right side of the street. 

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A Quintessential Cape Cod Family Garden

This acre lot hosts a charming mix of natural, low maintenance plantings and more formal beds grouped around the house. Hardscape is used to produce a series of oases among the flower beds.

Visitors are invited to sit, relax and enjoy the sound of water spilling down a cascade of rocks brought by the owners from the Catskill Mt. in New York State. In 2014 the owners constructed a Japanese-influenced setting that adds to the tranquility of this space. Here you can listen as more water tumbles over the sides of an Asian garden stool. Drink in the peace and beauty of this garden space and appreciate what the owners have created from the poison ivy and cat briar woods they purchased in 2000. 

Directions to148 Kendrick Road, East Harwich.  
Kendrick Road runs between Church Street and Pleasant Bay Road.  Coming from exit 11 on the mid-cape highway take Pleasant Bay Road almost to the end. Just before Pleasant Bay Rd. meets Rte 28 opposite the Wequasett Resort take the right fork and make an immediate right turn onto Kendrick.  148 is the second house on the right.  Street parking is allowed on the right side of the road.

  
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Recycling Made Beautiful--A Garden's Evolution

Originally, this was to be a no-lawn property with pine needles.  Later wood chips were added.  It is laid out in a casual, flow design. Stone edgings, though functional, lend to a flow.  Enjoy a lavish mixture of small trees, perennials and shrubs including hydrangeas, of course! The front gardens are enhanced with a generous splash of annuals. Dahlias are featured in late summer.  Many of the plants are hand-me-downs from gardening friends or the owner’s own “must have” favorites. Some are in exactly the right spot and some are in various states of coming-to-be appropriate placement. This is the outcome of a “recycle” philosophy; using known plants and trying new ones in new ways and places. Now that a one-room addition has been completed, Pamela has the pleasure (and chore) of designing the gardens leading to and around that space. You can ask about the plans of this talented designer. Forever evolving—in this garden as in nature!

Directions to 27 Blue Rock Road, S.Yarmouth.
From Rt 6 take Exit 8 (Union St/Station Ave).  Head south toward Rt 28.  Left at 1st set of lights onto White's Path.  At end of White's Path, bear right.  Take 3rd left onto Angelo's Rd. To end, then left on Blue Rock Road to 27.

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Gifts from the Earth in this "Fertile Glen"

Twenty six years ago, Dave and Judy Rogers began with a blank slate. There were no gardens, lawn, very few introduced trees…only possibilities.  The dream began! Welcome to "Glen Dhu," tucked away in quiet West Brewster. A 1 1/2 acre garden retreat with winding pathways leading to a variety of intimate, contemplative garden spaces. You will find a summer sleeping cottage, a quiet studio for relaxation and a gazebo for "out in the woods dining." Whimsy and peace abound in this landscape, composed of perennial beds, trees, flowering shrubs, water features, shade, container and sun gardens. Come and enjoy!

 
Directions to 93 Herrng Brook Lane, Brewster.  
Take Stoney Brook Rd., connecting at both ends, to Rte. 6A, to the intersection of Stoney Brook and Satucket Rd. Herring Brook Lane is 50' from this intersection. All will be clearly marked with Tour signs. #93 is last house on left, before the cul de sac.

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Edibles for Food and for Wildlife

Located near the Eastham/Wellfleet town line,  this half acre property contains a wide variety of flower gardens and edible plants. You’ll see a tiered herb planting, a large organic vegetable garden and a greenhouse. View how asparagus, strawberries, an assortment of berry bushes, and many pollinator-attracting flowers are woven through the property. See several varieties of hydrangeas and a 3-season wildflower garden that attracts birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Learn about the solar-electric panels, sun-powered fountains and lighting. Discover ways to screen a composting area, and create seasonal container garden displays. Snack on some lavender lemonade and a lemon thyme cookie while you chat with the creator of this productive and eco-friendly garden. 

Directions to 4 Quarterboard Lane, Eastham. 
From Rt. 6 eastbound turn left onto Aspinet (larger sign for Sunken Meadow Beach). Take the first paved right onto Leeward and the first left onto Quail Cover. 4 Quarterboard is at the corner of Quail Cover and Quarterboard. Park carefully along Quarterboard, Leeward and around the Quail Cover circle.

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