Gardening Inspiration

The other day I was at the library picking up a smorgasborg of magazines and books on gardening and out of the corner of my eye, I couldn't help but notice the latest issue of Oprah's At Home Magazine. The cover was featuring her secret retreat where she goes to get away from it all. The place where she plays no music and allows not one meeting. She has preserved this space for herself--to rejuvenate herself. I must say I was stunned by the view from her home as you can see above, it is just simply breathtaking! Imagine if this were your personal retreat!

By the way, I am intrigued by french gardens...







...they're known for their design and use of symmetry, diamonds, framing and thus creating a clean look that pleases the eye.