Autumn Gardens

Here are photos of an autum stroll through the historic district of Columbia, SC.

 There are some fall flowers around but the surroundings were mostly green.

One of my favorite trees is the mimosa (below) for its leaves. In the spring it is covered in pretty feather like flowers. This tree was introduced here from Asia in 1785 and planted in Charleston. These beauties are actually invasive so they now grow wild here as well in planned gardens.

The sky was so beautiful that day showcasing the marvelous variety of trees here.

This is the Hampton Prescott House.

A large greenhouse is being constructed on the grounds here that will be open to the public in the spring. It will be a hub for propagating and researching plants under the historic district's care. 

Holly trees are covered in beautiful berries.

Some bottle brushes are hanging on.

Across the street is the Robert Mills House.

The rose garden is still blooming.

I'm in love with the buds below. The flowers leave behind this waxy looking tulip shape that is gorgeous.

The romantic garden here features various sitting nooks.

I love what is done here with the stone and plantings in the crevices.

The hydrangeas are all dried up. I find them just as pretty now as when in bloom.

It had been years since we strolled here due to the pandemic so being back here was an extra sweet treat.

If you go, the visitor's center is located at 1601 Richland Street in Columbia, SC. The gardens are open Tuesday thru Sunday, free to the public. House tours are offered too for a small fee.

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Have a marvelous day/evening (wherever you are on the clock)! ~Val