Continuation of previous post

When I visited the third house, I noticed this formal planting on the drive:

Much of the garden close to the house was formal in nature, but there was a more naturalistic gully as well.

I loved this potting bench, although I would love to see it covered in potting soil and not made up for the tour. 

The outdoor living space, complete with pool, fireplace, grill, good company and much appreciated water. 

 

My first impression of the last garden was that it was bland, and the front yard was. But the back yard resembled a flower show. The highlight was not necessarily a functional garden, but rather various garden-themed scenes spread throughout the garden, beautifully decorated for the tour.

There’s a chandelier off the gazebo…very cool. 

I loved the colors on the umbrella, echoed down into the place setting. 

They were even playing French music to go along with this French cafe scene. 

Adorable bird feeder…or squirrel feeder based on the statue.