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Happy Monday, GPODers!<\/p>\n

We have another week full of fabulous spring color ahead of us on Garden Photo of the Day, and we\u2019re kicking it off with an update from Mary Spencer in Carroll County, Md. Mary has shared her garden during it\u2019s summer peak and fall finale (check those posts out here: Woodland Garden in Maryland<\/a> and Mary Spencer\u2019s Fall 2023 Garden<\/a>). But I think that spring is the season that really sets her heart ablaze, as this is her fourth submission during the early season (Mary\u2019s Spring Garden<\/a>, Spring in Mary\u2019s Garden<\/a>, and Spring in Mary\u2019s Garden 2<\/a>). This appreciation for spring color is entirely understandable; her woodland garden transforms into a sea of soothing green and bursts of bright blooms after winter\u2019s palette of browns.<\/p>\n

Hello from Zone 7 in Carroll County, Md.<\/em><\/p>\n

My name is Mary, and I have been gardening on this property for 26 years. What was once almost totally a shaded garden has changed due to trees coming down on purpose or with storms.<\/em><\/p>\n

I have a screened porch that I sit on and view the garden and listen to the many different birds. Gardening is always changing, and that\u2019s what I like about it.<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/a>Mary has created wonderful layers of diverse and interesting foliage that are a perfect complement to the forests that surround her property. A bench is placed perfectly to enjoy the garden as well as the sounds of nature.<\/p>\n

\"pink<\/a>Foliage obviously plays a vital role in Mary\u2019s garden, but certain flowering plants and some creative containers are easily the scene-stealing focal points. A massive rhododendron covered in bright pink blooms provides a beautifully bold pop of color.<\/p>\n

\"bright<\/a>But just because a plant is green doesn\u2019t mean it can\u2019t make a big statement. This chartreuse Japanese maple glows against the deeper shades of green in Mary\u2019s garden and is a perfect foil to the rhododendron on the opposite end of this long border bed.<\/p>\n

\"containers<\/a>More containers give more opportunities to add floral interest, and another garden bench is the perfect spot to admire these plantings as they continue to grow through the season.<\/p>\n

\"close<\/a>A close-up of one of Mary\u2019s spectacular containers reveals a wonderful combination of flowers and colorful foliage. The begonia with dark foliage and creamy peach blooms is a highlight, but it might get shown up by the \u2018Autumnale\u2019 fuchsia (Fuchsia<\/em><\/a> \u2018Autumnale\u2019, Zones 10\u201311 or as an annual) when that starts producing its bright pink blooms later in the season.<\/p>\n

Thank you so much for sharing your lush spring landscape with us, Mary! As your garden continues to evolve, it\u2019s clear you take each change in stride and find new opportunities to plant something beautiful. As long as you continue to share your spring garden with us, we\u2019ll enjoy seeing it!<\/p>\n

Have you shared your spring garden with Garden Photo of the Day in the past? Consider taking a page out of Mary\u2019s book and send us a spring update! If you\u2019ve never shared your garden with the blog, it\u2019s never too late to start a new spring tradition. Follow the directions below to submit photos via email, or send me a DM on Instagram:\u00a0@agirlherdogandtheroad<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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