This particular cul de sac was a long walk away from where most of the other gardens were, but almost every house on the street decided to participate in the tour. Near the end of the street was this community garden full of creative energy.

These were hanging the front yard of what turned out to be the home of my husband's former neighbor.

Across the street from the former neighbor, was this garden, which I loved. I did not take a freebie, though I was tempted.

A beautiful fountain

Re-purposed Maytag washer

Oh, how nice! I love the way each garden has a distinct personality.

I am particularly partial to the garden with the brick walk with Echinacea on one side and lilies and Hydrangeas on the other.

Is there a link to the organization that coordinates this? I might just time next summer's visit to my mom in Cleveland to visit a few gardens, and if it's not too hot she might join me since though she isn't a gardner, she does like visiting gardens. I can remember trips through Lakeview Cemetery and out to the Holden Arboretum when I was a kid, and I think my folks' enjoyment of gardens was part of what led to my becoming a gardener.

Thank you for taking us on this tour! I love what volunteers have been able to show people what we already know - the importance gardeners play in community.

NHBabs, here is the link:

https://www.gardenwalkcleveland.org/

I must say that the weather was perfect for this today. Anything over 80 F and I probably would have wimped out. We didn't get to the gardens closer to the lakefront today, which I'm sure are fantastic (next year!). It was interesting how each little facet of neighbors in the community had their own distinct and cohesive style. Sometimes there would be three or four houses in a row with pathways to each other through the backyards. Really neat to get to see.

That gomphrena and coreopsis combo is gorgeous. I love gomphrena.

though im not sure the point of whats on the banners ... it is sure a great site block to the back of house next door.. made with just a few plumbing pipes ..

and i love the washer .. lol ..

the glass bottles look like they secured them with marshmallows and it just started to melt them together ..

once you have toured enough.. you will start noticing things other than the plants themselves.. and that is where you find whimsey ... obviously.. you snapped the pix.. so you are well on your way ...

my garden was on a national hosta tour... they came by on day 3 or 4 ... by that time.. nobody cared to see another hosta ... and i spent most of my time.. talking about conifers.. and garden art ... go figure ... and i asked one of the peeps.. and they said.. well we have seen all the hosta at least 4 or 5 times already.. lol ...

ken

Ken, She said it was a great sound barrier too. People live right on top of each other in urban areas and trying to come up with effective privacy screens that are not overly expensive, obtrusive, or against code is a common challenge. I really liked her solution and I always enjoy whimsy, especially in others' gardens.

Those were great Arlene thank you.

Thanks for bringing us along on your tour! How nice that so many people in the neighborhood join in. I like the same garden you did and hope I can get Crocosmia Lucifer to come back for me in z5. I also like the fountain in the "outlier" garden. And the flower box mural with the kitty in the window, ...lots of interesting things people do with their yards!

Thanks for sharing the link, my mother lives on the west side of Cleveland, maybe she can go next year

What an eclectic array of gardens. Thank you for sharing your fun!

sandyslopes z5b n. UT Is this your first time planting Crocosmia 'Lucifer'? Since I am in Canada my zone 5 would be more like US zone 4. Mine overwinter in the ground because I planted them deeper than normal. Everyone around here was digging the corms in the fall and storing them inside for winter. I was not willing to do that so I experimented. I planted mine approx. 5 1/2-6" deep. They are a little slower to come up in spring but have overwintered in the ground for many years.

I loved seeing you pictures of this garden walk! So many garden walks are as much aspirational as inspirations for me--I can't afford the time or money that are lavished on highly curated gardens. I like the idea of an urban garden walk in an area where a little love can result in a lot of beauty. Thanks for sharing your photos.

peren.all, thanks for that advice to plant Crocosmia 'Lucifer' a little deeper than I would have. I've always wanted them but thought my winters might be too cold. I really want it for the hummers and am going to try it near the foundation on the sunny southwest side of my house. I'm glad to hear it comes back for you. That gives me hope it will make it here!