The structure above was a nice addition to the gardens back in the mid 1990s. Originally built (and still used) for all-accessible fishing, this pier allows a nice look across the water at the arched bridge, azalea/rhododendron garden, woodland walk and the gazebo garden. Flood levels in 2008 came right up to the floor boards of this structure and the Grumpies did a nice job of repainting it last year. The roofed structure is Japanese style and Dr. Yahr later purchased the granite lions that flank the entrance to that structure. There isn't a day (aside from winter) where that structure is not used and the two benches mounted on the pier are a nice spot to enjoy the view. Short day for me today as I'll be going to the annual ZONTA luncheon where RBG will be awarded a check for support of the gardens. The local ZONTA chapter has been generous every year with a donation and volunteer support. Check out http://www.zonta.org/ for more information on this organization. From their website: "Founded in 1919, Zonta International is a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy." I'll head home after the luncheon as I have some appointments before I go to Fond Du Lac (WI) tomorrow morning for the 10th Annual "Day In The Garden" where I'll be talking about low-maintenance perennials.
Marv came in today and used the CASE to push around woodchips and help prepare our "backyard" for incoming piles of materials (shredded bark and compost). Dr. Gredler was here painting the last of his obelisks and Janice came in to work on her plant sale signs and other project details. Warm weather next week too so we'll be out working in the garden and getting a literal "jump on spring". I should have more blooms to show next week as our April bloomers have been suffciently duped...Nice shot of 'China Rose Bauble' iris (cross of a Siberian with "something else") out in the collection last spring.
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