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Sarah Lee Baker Perennial Garden

Perennial garden in summerThis spectacular 1-acre garden honors Sarah Lee Baker, who funded many features throughout the garden with her husband Isaac “Junie” Baker.  Moving water in the central limestone fountain and terraced canals creates a soothing and cooling effect.  The formal circular garden is divided into wedges that overflow with more than 200 different varieties of perennials of all shapes and sizes.

Plants to look for:

Spring: Bluestar, Fothergilla, False Indigo, Iris

Summer: Canna Lily, Rose Mallow, Speedwell, Whirling Butterflies

Fall: Confederate Rose, Joe-Pye Weed, Salvia, Stonecrop, Ornamental Grasses

Winter: Kerria, Paperbush, Yaupon       

 

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