A Gardener's Notebook

A Gardener's Notebook

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  • Swing Into Spring Show Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

    SWING INTO SPRING

    This garden display highlights the fluidity between indoor and outdoor living, designed to serve as an open-air extension of the home into the garden. The warm palette and comfortable furnishings create a sanctuary that balances structural privacy with organic softness. At the heart of the design is a suspended swing, reimagining the traditional garden bench as a luxury interior piece. This garden offers a peaceful, flowing connection – a destination tailored for indoor/outdoor enjoyment.

    DESIGNED BY Camille Beehler Landscape Design

     

    The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show

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    1. Lantern, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California
    2. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
    3. Lake and Bridge View 2, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
    4. California Room Garden 3, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
    5. Idyllwild Gardens View, Idyllwild, California [Photography]

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    6. Sword Ferns, Sydney Botanic Garden, Sydney, NSW, Australia [Photography]

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      1. Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California
      2. Quince Flowers (Cydonia oblonga ‘Pineapple’), Adelaide, Australia [Photography]
      3. Airplants, Sherman Library and Gardens, Corona del Mar, California
      4. Swing Into Spring Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California
      5. Koi Pond in Tropical Conservatory 2, Sherman Library and Gardens, Corona del Mar, California

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      6. Azalea Flowers, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Prints Available]

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        Dedicated in April 1981, the 1.3 acre garden was built through the generosity of Mrs. Loraine Miller Collins in memory of her late husband, Earl Burns Miller. Following three years of planning, in cooperation with California State University Long Beach, landscape architect Edward R. Lovell was chosen to oversee its creation. The resulting garden reflects the university’s continued interest in international education, student and community engagement, as well as the Miller’s interests in nature and wellness.  The university is delighted to share this educational, cultural, and aesthetic resource with you. – CSULB

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        1. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
        2. Clivia Flowers, Rancho Los Alamitos, California [Photography]
        3. California Room Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
        4. California Room Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
        5. View. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]

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        6. Pines, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden [Photography]

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          1. Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California
          2. Boho Book Nook, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
          3. Matilija Poppy (Romneya coulteri), Santa Barbara Botanic Garden [Photography]
          4. Video: In the garden…March 27, 2013 – No green potatoes and some flowers are blooming
          5. Lobelia Flowers, Helena Avenue Bakery, Santa Barbara, California [Photography]

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          6. Swing Into Spring Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

            SWING INTO SPRING

            This garden display highlights the fluidity between indoor and outdoor living, designed to serve as an open-air extension of the home into the garden. The warm palette and comfortable furnishings create a sanctuary that balances structural privacy with organic softness. At the heart of the design is a suspended swing, reimagining the traditional garden bench as a luxury interior piece. This garden offers a peaceful, flowing connection – a destination tailored for indoor/outdoor enjoyment.

            DESIGNED BY Camille Beehler Landscape Design

             

            The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show

            Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

            Read more on this topic:

            1. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
            2. Lake and Bridge View 2, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
            3. California Room Garden 3, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
            4. Idyllwild Gardens View, Idyllwild, California [Photography]
            5. Guzmania Flower, Idyllwild, California [Photography]

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            6. Lantern, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California

              Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, and @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

              Dedicated in April 1981, the 1.3 acre garden was built through the generosity of Mrs. Loraine Miller Collins in memory of her late husband, Earl Burns Miller. Following three years of planning, in cooperation with California State University Long Beach, landscape architect Edward R. Lovell was chosen to oversee its creation. The resulting garden reflects the university’s continued interest in international education, student and community engagement, as well as the Miller’s interests in nature and wellness.  The university is delighted to share this educational, cultural, and aesthetic resource with you. – CSULB

              Read more on this topic:

              1. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
              2. View. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
              3. California Room Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
              4. California Room Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
              5. Lobelia Flowers, Helena Avenue Bakery, Santa Barbara, California [Photography]

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              6. Matilija Poppy (Romneya coulteri), Santa Barbara Botanic Garden [Photography]

                Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

                Read more on this topic:

                1. Boho Book Nook, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                2. Lavender Flowers with Bee [Photography]
                3. Giant Spider Lily Flower (Crinum asiaticum) [Photography]
                4. Geranium Flowers In The Garden [Photography]
                5. Lobelia Flowers, Helena Avenue Bakery, Santa Barbara, California [Photography]

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                6. Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

                   

                  RELAX, PLAY & ENTERTAIN

                  Step inside your new outdoor living space. Bring the comfort of home to the yard while you lounge on yc shaded outdoor bed and take in the garden sights. Lovely shade trees, native and low-water plants create garden rooms that welcome children and pets with treats and water play areas. Later enjoy your private shower under the sun and then sip beverages while you enjoy appetizers and pizza from your chef’s kitchen. Watch the sun go down on a perfect day as you bring the inside to your outdoor retreat.

                  Designed by Perfect Circle Gardens & Interiors

                  The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show

                  Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

                  Read more on this topic:

                  1. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                  2. View. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
                  3. Idyllwild Gardens View, Idyllwild, California [Photography]
                  4. California Room Garden 3, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                  5. Guzmania Flower, Idyllwild, California [Photography]

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                  6. Lake and Bridge View 2, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]

                    Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, and @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

                    Dedicated in April 1981, the 1.3 acre garden was built through the generosity of Mrs. Loraine Miller Collins in memory of her late husband, Earl Burns Miller. Following three years of planning, in cooperation with California State University Long Beach, landscape architect Edward R. Lovell was chosen to oversee its creation. The resulting garden reflects the university’s continued interest in international education, student and community engagement, as well as the Miller’s interests in nature and wellness.  The university is delighted to share this educational, cultural, and aesthetic resource with you. – CSULB

                    Read more on this topic:

                    1. Lobelia Flowers, Helena Avenue Bakery, Santa Barbara, California [Photography]
                    2. View. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
                    3. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                    4. From My Shop “Rhododendron Splendor with Raindrops” Prints and More!
                    5. California Room Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]

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                    6. Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California

                      WELCOMING FAMILY RETREAT

                      Designed with families in mind, this inviting outdoor space blends creativity, comfort and natural beauty.

                      A sculptural mix of wood and stone seating creates a relaxed spot for parents while children explore a charming sandbox and a large outdoor chalkboard made for imaginative play. A shaded pergola shelters a cozy built-in banquette, perfect for storytelling or watching the kids play. Beautiful potted trees soften the space and add a sense of garden elegance, creating a welcome retreat for both children and adults to enjoy the outdoors together.

                      Designed by Skylines Landscapes

                      The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show

                      Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed.

                      Read more on this topic:

                      1. Nurtured by Spring Floral Display 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                      2. California Room Garden 3, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography]
                      3. Idyllwild Gardens View, Idyllwild, California [Photography]
                      4. View. Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Photography]
                      5. Guzmania Flower, Idyllwild, California [Photography]

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