Charleston Part Four, The Gardens at the Heyward-Washington House

I'm in love with American colonial gardens.  

 Like the houses they belong to, they can tell us so much about what life was like in early America.

 I find myself captivated by their charm...

...and symmetry.

That wonderful combination of the utilitarian --

                                                                        

                                                                                                                                                

and the beautiful.

For years, I've wanted to try something similar in our own backyard, but something tells me it would look totally out of place with a 1970's ranch-style house.  ;)

Walled gardens were popular in early America, as well as in England.  I think they must have been ideal for kitchen gardens, as they would have allowed the sun in, but kept out damaging winds and foraging animals.

Who can resist the knot-shaped herb gardens,

 and the combination of brick walkways and gravel paths?  Our guide told us the little brick building, above and below, was called "the necessary" -- a polite way of saying "the privy."  :)

This window is on the 1740's kitchen building, located behind the main house.

Yes, it would be a treat to have a garden like this on our property.

Sigh...

These gardens are lovely, it's true; but what a lot of pruning, shaping, and weeding.  I'd have to hire a gardener for sure.  :)  Thanks for touring the gardens with me; it's always nice to have someone to share the sights with.  You can tour the inside of the Heyward-Washington House in Charleston, South Carolina, Here and Here.

I always appreciate your visits and I'm glad you stopped by House at Forest Manor.  Have a wonderful week!!

I'm linking to the following parties:
 Amaze Me Monday
Inspire Me Tuesday
Coastal Charm Show and Share Party
Home and Garden Thursday
Home Sweet Home

Thanks to all these ladies for hosting!


Denise 

*All photos were taken by myself and Mr. Forest Manor.