I had the pleasure of attending my third Garden Bloggers Fling this year. We spent an incredible weekend touring the Washington DC area, including Northern Virginia and Maryland.
One thing that caught my eye was the plethora of concrete yard art. I noticed this more than in Texas, or any of the other Flings I’ve been to, maybe it’s the historical nature of the area.
One of our first stops, was Hillwood Estate, which had French-themed statues.
Throughout the garden, there was loose symmetry, which I love, and have implemented in my own garden.
Several different gardens displayed St. Francis. This is not only my favorite from the Fling, but my favorite depiction ever.
I think everyone on The Fling has this picture. The concrete columns of the monastery we visited were masterpieces.
Even this chipmunk was a fan. This is the first one I’ve ever seen, as we don’t have these little creatures in Texas.
Some concrete was the star of the show.
Some blended effortlessly into the background.
One of these is from the Fling and one is just outside my front door.
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