Seahorse in Blossoms

What makes a great public garden 'great' is the scale and complexity of plantings, structures, paths and other garden elements in the landscape.  Winterthur has expansive naturalistic gardens that are considered the best in North America.  At the house are more structured formal gardens, designed by Marion Coffin.  The drifts of Azaleas and Rhododendrons frame the house in spring so that the formal and informal merge into a showcase display. At this time of year, the azaleas are reflected in the pond so that the seahorse is surrounded by pink waves.

Bench Works

Benches are an enjoyable focal point for the photographer.  There is usually a path in a garden leading to a bench, also providing the photographer with a leading line in the image.  Here are two benches from the lovely Longwood Gardens, near Philadelphia PA.  The first is a spring image and the latter an autumn one.