A couple days ago one of my old Adirondack chairs broke. I had been thinking of replacing them, they were cheap, knock-off models that were getting pretty rickety, but I wasn't quite ready yet. I'd been pondering if I wanted more of them or if I would prefer a change all together. Since we sit out there all the time, and I hadn't figured out the answer yet, the fastest solution to our immediate seating problem was to move my table and chairs around from the back patio. Now I'm trying to decide if I like them out front ~ I know I don't like the big void they left on the back patio. Maybe you can help me ~ and check out the garden at the same time??!! Here's a side view ~ what you would see walking up my driveway and turning onto my front walk:
and a view from the street:
Not sure I'm digging it or not? I really think I preferred this look better:
the side view again with the "old" look:
Maybe it's time to break down and get some new Adirondack chairs after all?? I think I miss them already and looking at these photos is helping me make that decision.
Since we're on the front patio, we may as well see the porch again, right?
Maybe not ~ I should have moved that tacky yellow jacket trap before I snapped the picture! I think I may have overdone the containers this year ~ they are everywhere. Too much of a good thing?
Swinging around to face the street, you have to take one more look at the orange 'Cleopatra' foxtail lilies:
They are really beautiful this year. I hope this clump grows and grows over time.
Thanks for letting me review my options "outloud" with you. I sure appreciate your input but I think posting has helped me make up my mind. We'll see if you come to the same conclusions as I am...
I'm crazy for Adirondacks and even crazier for the spring green color you'd painted yours. I love that seating arrangement and think you should replicate it with new chairs. You're making me want to go repaint mine right this second.
Posted by: Pam/Digging | June 23, 2010 at 02:39 PM
I prefer the old Adirondack chairs too but don't pay much attention to my judgment. I have this thing about old vs new.
You don't see many of the old Adirondack chairs here, out of style, just too expensive or not very comfortable, I'm not sure which. I have three in the barn collecting dust that need to be lugged out and painted.
Marnie
Posted by: marnie | June 23, 2010 at 03:14 PM
Your garden is very pretty and what a pretty view from the street. I have to agree I love the green adirondack chairs. That color really pops out. Your foxtail lilies are very pretty!
Posted by: Amy/goawayimgardening! | June 23, 2010 at 04:52 PM
I like the green you did the chairs too. It just pops and looks very comfortable with the flower colors. Love your 'Cleopatra' foxtail lilies. You always do the right thing! LOL
Posted by: RainGardener | June 23, 2010 at 05:10 PM
I agree - adirondack chairs look the best. Sorry to hear they are falling apart.
Those foxtail lilies are gorgeous - I will have to copy you on those too.....and you can never have too many containers. Your gardens are stunning!
Posted by: Dana | June 23, 2010 at 09:17 PM
I can see you had fun being creative with the containers. Each one is unique, but they all go together well. Is that Cyperus in the one by the window? I used to grow it as a houseplant, and kept the pot in a saucer of water. Your front sitting area is very private with the plantings all around.
Posted by: Northern Shade | June 23, 2010 at 10:53 PM
I have to agree with everyone else, love the chairs, but especially love the colour!
Posted by: Deborah at Kilbourne Grove | June 24, 2010 at 05:06 AM
I miss the bright green of your chairs in that spot too. Hope you break down and replace them. :) That clump of Cleopatra is gorgeous, so jealous!
Posted by: Racquel | June 24, 2010 at 06:25 AM
I love the lime green and it would look good anywhere. You probably need more so you can have them in both places. Your flowers are looking mighty good.
Posted by: Anna Flowergardengirl | June 24, 2010 at 08:24 AM
I think your garden is lovely no matter what seating arrangements you choose, but I really DO love those chairs. :) I also just fell in love with your orange foxgloves!
Posted by: Nancy Bond | June 24, 2010 at 09:35 AM
Cleopatra shows up well from the street photo too. Your garden is lovely. I'm leaning toward something more informal than the table and chairs. They probably belong out back. Love the Adironaks.
Posted by: tina | June 24, 2010 at 10:01 AM
P.S. The containers are not too much. I figured you'd like that gate-found three at a flea market and they work well in the veggie garden.
Posted by: tina | June 24, 2010 at 10:02 AM
I'm also in agreement with the pretty green chairs. What a pretty front garden!
Posted by: Catherine | June 25, 2010 at 08:27 PM