Saturday, July 25, 2009

Pink Topiaries

Last week I was away in Ogunquit, Maine for my family's annual group vacation. One of the things I love about Ogunquit is the variety of old homes from colonial days through the Victorian era. Most of these former homes are now shops or offices, and some are bed and breakfasts. Wherever you look in Ogunquit, the curb appeal is amazing. The care put into the gardens and planters is evident everywhere.This particular house is a shop on the first floor and 2 large rental units in the back and upstairs. They have some of the most extensive decorative florals each year.
Aren't the topiaries absolutely gorgeous?!
For more beautiful pinks, click on over to How Sweet the Sound and see what Beverly and the other Pink Saturday participants are sharing!

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27 comments:

  1. JustineJuly 25, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Holy cow, from afar, they almost looked like spirals! Absolutely beautiful and the perfect PS post!

    Justine :o )

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  2. SmilingSallyJuly 25, 2009 at 10:20 AM

    What a huge love of gardening this person shows! Happy Pink Saturday.

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  3. Country Wings in PhoenixJuly 25, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Oh Elizabeth this house is absolutely devine. I love the pinks in the old barrels. Are they petunias? They are just beautiful displayed as such, and that house is a beaut. What a wonderful Pink Saturday post. Thanks for sharing. Please stop by and say hi. I would love to have you visit. Country Hugs, Sherry

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  4. ColoradoladyJuly 25, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    This place is amazing. I love the topiary display. I wish I could figure out how to make one of those. Really nice, the whole yard is amazing to me. Loved this post Elizabeth...very inspiring.

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  5. UnknownJuly 25, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    How fun are those creative topiaries! What a nifty idea. I hope you enjoyed your family time. Looks like you had some sunshine. Enjoy your weekend.
    Hugs,
    Tammy

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  6. imjacobsmomJuly 25, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    So cute, Elizabeth! I would love snoop in that shop. I bet it's full of really cute things. ~ Robyn

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  7. CCJuly 25, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Oh Elizabeth..you chose some beautiful pinks today. They're so pretty.. Happy Pink Saturday and have a lovely weekend.

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  8. Light and VoicesJuly 25, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    Your photograph of topiaries is simply divine!
    Joyce M

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  9. Dorte HJuly 25, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    What a cute house :D

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  10. Envoy-etteJuly 25, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    OOoo...I know what I'm going to do next year! THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR SHARING this awesome idea!

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  11. xinexJuly 25, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    OMG Elizabeth! Those topiaries are gorgeous.Thanks for sharing the pictures with us...Christine

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  12. ButtercupJuly 25, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    Thanks for your photos. I visited Ogonquit with my parents many years ago and I think I am overdue for a visit.

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  13. BeverlyJuly 25, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    Oh my gosh, Elizabeth. That is one gorgeous place. I love, love, love the topiaries.

    Happy Pink Saturday.

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  14. Ihan hyvä minäJuly 25, 2009 at 8:46 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday and SITS sharefest! Lovely topiaries.

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  15. DawnJuly 25, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    I agree, Ogunquit, Maine is one of the prettiest places. What beautiful flowers, I did something like that with bucket only since mine are the same size, they are arranged tipsy on one another. New England people.....very creative hardness, I tell ya!

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  16. blushing roseJuly 25, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    Whoa! Those are beautiful ... I'm going to have to do the topiary stands next year. The house is gorgeous. TY for sharing. TTFN ~Marydon

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  17. Terri MorseJuly 25, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    Hi Elizabeth! I have had a love affair with Maine for the last 10 years. I've spent a number of camping trips near Acadia and I adore Bass Harbor. Your images for Pink Saturday are wonderful! The topiary is one of the more imaginative and beautiful ones I've seen. Your post made me long to be in Maine again! Hope you had a wonderful family reunion. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  18. ClassyChassyJuly 26, 2009 at 6:08 AM

    very unusual! Never saw so much pink arranged so fashionably!

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  19. AnonymousJuly 26, 2009 at 7:03 AM

    Omg heavenly..in Maine? Thank you for
    your comments..anyone from south shore mass? Happy H.P.S.!

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  20. ♥Mimi♥July 26, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    Had the Grands for a few days so I am a day late and a dollar short for Pink Saturday! We just had so much fun and time got away from me☺

    But, I didn't want to miss all the pinkness that brings sunshine to my weekend. And, another cool, sun-less day. My gardens look horrible this year. Nothing is growing...sigh.

    So, your sweet blog post is cheering me up! Thanks so much for giving me something pretty to look at other than the dark clouds outside my kitchen window.

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  21. BridgetJuly 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM

    I hope you had a great vacation. It's nice to be back home in your own bed though isn't it?!

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  22. black eyed susans kitchenJuly 26, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    Fantastic and a great idea! I don't know where people come up with their brilliant ideas...I just plant a basic garden and think its good, and then I see this fabulousness and, well, I need some fabulousness too! Great pink post.
    ♥, Susan

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  23. BettyJuly 26, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Wow! The house is gorgeous and the planters are fantastic. Who would have thought they were made from barrels. Have a wonderful pink week!

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  24. The Wrought Iron GateJuly 26, 2009 at 10:23 PM

    Elizabeth, these topiaries are beautiful. I never thought of stacking containers, but the effect is very impressive. Thanks for sharing.

    Best Wishes,
    Kay

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  25. fitty's pinky rose cottageJuly 27, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    oh gosh.. they really look pretty! even from far! great idea! thanks for sharing.. have a great week!

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  26. JesmiJuly 29, 2009 at 4:59 AM

    This is absolutely fantastic! Congratulations! Thanks for sharing.

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