Italian Garden at Planting Fields Arboretum

Well I finally made time to visit the newly restored Italian Garden at Planting Fields Arboretum in Oyster Bay New York and it was well worth it.

The quarter-acre garden has been under renovation for eight years and was finally re-opened this past spring. 

They’ve done a wonderful job.  I sat on a bench under a shade tree, closed my eyes, and listened to the mesmerizing sound of the fountains.  After I snapped myself back to reality, I took a stroll around the perimeter and then made a pass around the pool.  Even in late September there are quite a few blooming plants.  I plan to make a return trip in a few weeks to see the fall color and get ideas for my own garden.  This time I'll bring lunch!