Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on a bluff high above the freeway traffic (which sounds like a river rushing in the background), Weldon's garden is a densely planted and beautifully designed oasis that uses every inch of the good sized city lot. Narrow pathways - almost tunnels thru the shrubbery in some places - lead from room to room around the house, opening onto one gorgeous view after another. Overhead rises a huge dawn redwood planted from one of the first shipments of seedlings to be brought to America in the 1940's.
The garden abounds with heirloom plants, many with special family histories - numerous roses and peonies brought out from Barbara's mother's garden in the midwest are a special treasure. But on this visit we came to see the Mexican poppies bloom. They grow profusely along the corner of the drive, and are so lovely with old roses planted amongst them. Very difficult to get starts from, and never setting seed (not enough heat), they grow 7 feet tall and have large white blooms six inches across. The dahlias and hollyhocks were also looking amazing. No matter what time of year there is always a spectacular display at Weldon's.
Below: Daniel, Weldon and Ruth chat next to the mexican poppies (on right).
Below: Close up of the poppy bloom. A perfect 'fried egg'.
Below: Dahlias and hollyhocks.
Below: A very colorful honeysuckle still in profuse bloom.
Below: Daniel checking out the begonias, which summer in this shady outdoor room under old japanese maples.
Below: Across from the begonias is a gazebo sited amidst lush ferns and hostas and hung with bits of garden art.
Below: In the back garden is a lovely planting of hot summer colors.
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