Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba
The English Garden in Assiniboine Park was in full bloom when my wife and I visited there on our trip to Winnipeg. The day was gorgeous with warm, sunny weather.
The interesting feature to me was that many plants were the same genus seen in our region in Alabama but of course with different species. Birmingham, Alabama is in Hardiness Zone 8a and Winnipeg is Hardiness Zone 3.
So come walk with us as we stroll through the garden.
The perennials were outstanding.
The castor bean plant is a source of ricin well known as a near toxin. In front of it were four o’clocks.
The dahlias were truly outstanding.
The catalpa has a species in the South known for the worm that feasts upon it. Those worms are prized for fishing.
The ostrich fern is known for the central seed stalk known as a gametophore.
The bright red geraniums were a welcome site at the windiest corner in the world.
The statue of the Lady in the Park was a special honor to those who enjoy the tranquil space of the park.
I hope you take the time to enjoy this treasure.
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I would have loved to see you both
Oh, my bad. I am sorry we missed each other.
Wonderful sights and surely a very pleasant holiday away. I really like the Purple Heart – there would be several places here I could place it. Thanks for your post 🙂
Gorgeous! I would be happy to share the bench with that lady and stare at the flowers all day.
We were so tempted because it was such a pleasant day.
Beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing. We both enjoyed them.
Absolutely gorgeous! That double sidewalk is such an unexpectedly fun feature–aesthetically pleasing on its own as it meanders, and beautifully practical to boot! Thanks for letting us stroll with you. ~Cindie
The park has many statues and objects you would enjoy.
Thank you for taking us on a lovely floral tour around the Assiniboine Park. I could spend a lot of time there if I didn’t live so far away!