I did it. I hit the road in early October, bound for Seattle. After months of being at home it was invigorating, and a little unnerving. I needed to visit a friend and decided to make a two-day affair out of the trip, leaving early on a Friday morning, spending the night, and heading back on Saturday. Since my hotel was just minutes from Kubota Garden I got up early-ish on Saturday morning and walked the garden.
Anyone able to ID this cryptomeria?
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I love this view of the pond, kind of behind the scenes and unexpected.![]()
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But still quite attractive.
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The red bridge demands to have it's photo taken.![]()
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That's a second (larger) red bridge. A photographer was holding portrait sessions on the bridge which made it virtually impossible for anyone else to get near.
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Quick! Snap that photo before the next person walks out and poses for their photo...![]()
The hedge of several greens....![]()
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With a very flat top!![]()
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Signs of the times.![]()
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I hope the two Blechnum chilense I planted this summer bulk up and look this amazing someday.![]()
This is the end, of my visit. If you're up in the Seattle area I definitely recommend you stop by the garden. I have a few other stops to share from this trip. Gardens and nurseries made for a few COVID-safe stops.
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