A Luscious Renewal
In keeping with a traditional Charleston garden, the fountain was added to
provide beautiful background sound.
The fountain is surrounded by a boxwood hedge and has various water
plants blooming at different times.
It is centered on a folly that is called
the “little sunroom.” Many homes
in Charleston have old structures
that were once used as privies before
indoor plumbing was available. Most
have been refurbished so that they are
pleasant to look at but you don’t really
spend time in them.
One of the fabulous focal points of the
garden is a solid marble statue that the
owners brought from Europe. When
they started the garden renovation,
they decided, because of the statue’s
weight, they would leave her in the
same spot. They tied it to the rest of the
garden by enclosing it with boxwoods
and planting various perennials in the
center for interest. The stately sculpture fits right into this beautiful garden. The restoration of the garden was
a complete success by turning it into a
functional, serene garden that will be
enjoyed for years to come. n
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