Munstead Wood and Gardens - home of Gertrude Jekyll
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Munstead Wood and Gardens - home of Gertrude Jekyll
The Main Border (July, 2017) at Munstead Wood (Grade I listed), the home of influential British horticulturist, garden designer, artist and writer Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932). The house was designed by Edwin Lutyens and was completed in 1896. The garden was created by Jekyll 13 years before the house was built, during which time she in The Hut next door. The main (garden) areas of specific interest are The Nut Walk, the Primrose Garden, the Spring Garden, the Azaleas and Rhododendrons (in the woodland), the Three Corner Garden and the Main Border. Date: 2017
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Designer Flowerbed Gardening Gertrude Grade Horticultural Horticulturist Jekyll Layout Listed Main Munstead Planting Summertime
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1. Title: A Summer's Delight: The Main Border at Munstead Wood - A Tribute to Gertrude Jekyll's Influential Garden Design 2.. Step into the enchanting world of Munstead Wood, a Grade I listed house and garden in Surrey, England, renowned for its timeless beauty and the visionary work of its creator, Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932). This image showcases the Main Border, a stunning floral display that graces the garden during the summer months. Gertrude Jekyll, an influential British horticulturist, garden designer, artist, and writer, began creating the gardens at Munstead Wood in 1883, thirteen years before the house was built. She worked in a nearby hut, meticulously planning and planting the various garden areas, including the Nut Walk, Primrose Garden, Spring Garden, Azaleas and Rhododendrons in the woodland, Three Corner Garden, and the Main Border. The Main Border, depicted in this photograph taken in July 2017, is a testament to Jekyll's innovative planting schemes and horticultural layout. The vibrant, intermingling colors and textures of the flowers create a harmonious blend, inviting visitors to explore the garden's many delights. The border's design showcases Jekyll's expertise in choosing the perfect combination of plants for each season, ensuring that Munstead Wood remains a source of inspiration and wonder throughout the year. As you stroll through the Main Border, you can almost hear the whispers of Gertrude Jekyll, sharing her passion for gardening and her belief in the transformative power of nature. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history and enduring allure of Munstead Wood, a place where the past and present come together in a symphony of color and beauty.
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