Back in June, I visited the Garden at Federal Twist and found myself inspired like never before. This friggin garden smacked me upside the head and said “This is what you love dummy. Stop with all the small groupings of plants and endless mulch. Think architectural plants and Piet Oudolf and grasses (that one I have nailed down).”
The memories of the garden still resonate today but hot damn I had no idea how much more inspired I would be after visiting Federal Twist again this past weekend. The visit was part of the The Garden Conservancy’s “Open Days Program” but before I share the photos with you, you MUST read the following article that just appeared in the New York Times on the garden and its owner, James Golden:
Seriously, don’t move on until you have read this article. It provides such a wonderful backdrop before viewing the garden. And I couldn’t be more fortunate to live ten minutes away from this gem.
Now we move on to the photos … without interruption of my words … because my words will do it no justice:
Love your photos and your blog, John. One of these days I’m going to be knocking on your front door.
You did a excellent job of capturing the magic of Federal Twist. The foliage is spectacular. Nice job illustrating the different spaces in the garden, John. I wish I had been there!
We were there too, in the afternoon. You got shots of all the great elements of this beautiful garden, and you managed to get some of its essential moodiness on a fall day too. It is a treasure to visit. Love your photos!
I read the NYT article last week and was inspired. thanks for sharing your visit through your fantastic photos.
And to think he does this only part time, commuting from New York City! Thanks for sharing!
With agreement,interesting article prior to my viewing these lovely photo’s at Federal
Twist. Always a plus to have a bit of informative history about its owner and purpose.
Great selected photo’s capturing the wonderful autumnal beauty taking place.
John, thanks for sharing this visit!!