Garden 1: Color and Comfort

When Tia and Andrew Over purchased their 1930 Tudor home in 2018, they were pleasantly surprised to learn that the garden was designed to have something in bloom year-round. “We always have something in color, which brings us such joy.

Garden designer Mariana Briggs envisioned the current plant layout in the front and back yards.

The rhododendron bushes throughout the property are original and were integrated into the current landscaping.

Sports Court: This elevated sports court has been a perfect spot for the Over kids to play and work on their ball skills without getting muddy. It also came in handy when Tia hosted a relative’s baby shower.

Pond: The lower tier of the pond is a remnant of a larger pond that comprised half of the original yard. Keep an eye out for the goldfish that are four years old.

Concrete Circle: The concrete slab in front of the pond is a table top from an original patio set. Pretty smart!!

The adorable succulent planter in front of the shed used to be an original drinking fountain used by visitors. In the 1930s, I imagine that was the quite the luxury! Sure beats drinking from the garden hose.

The original yard was featured in Better Homes and Gardens or a similar magazine in the 1930s or 40s.  (Owner can’t remember specific details but knows it was quite the gem back in the day.)

A magnificent magnolia tree stood here and was felled from a windstorm in January 2021. The Overs were heartbroken to see it gone, but planted a Katsura tree in its place.

Photo of Magnolia taken from upstairs bedroom window in March 2020.