FLOWER JULY•AUGUST 2025
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CON TEN TS July • August 2025
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A Farm-Fresh Fête
At Blackberry Farm, friends gather for an evening of alfresco dining to celebrate the garden’s bounty.
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The Best of Both Worlds
A new house made to look old? It’s a modern yet classic story thanks to the use of conscientious design principles and a fresh take on style.
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History in Bloom
Known for its collection of pre-1900 Gallica roses, Scotland’s Carolside exudes a beauty that is firmly planted in the past
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City Oasis
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ON THE COVER Peek beyond the intricate garden gates of Carolside, Rose and Anthony Foyle’s historic property in the Scottish Borders, and explore their preeminent collection of Gallica roses in bloom. Photographed by Andrea Jones
“Just living isn’t enough,” said the butterfly. “One must also have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” —HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN 4 FLOWER July•August 2025
PHOTO BY NATHAN SCHRODER
A historic home in the heart of San Miguel de Allende is thoroughly revived and reimagined into an idyllic escape with spaces for both relaxing and entertaining.
Founded in Florence 1986
C ON TE N T S
Departments
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From the Field
From sunup to sundown, these outdoor finds—furniture, beach accessories, and lighting—have summer covered.
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John’s Almanac
John Coykendall, master gardener for Blackberry Farm, shares gardening wisdom he’s gathered through years of hands-in-the-dirt experience.
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Gardens
A Massachusetts garden nods to the past as it evolves for future generations.
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Entertaining
In a poolside folly, designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas sets a table that makes a beautiful splash.
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I N EVERY IS SUE Watering Can 8 What’s Online? 44 Sources 82 Floral Moment 84
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Artist
Each piece of painted glass that Margot Larkin creates fosters connection through storytelling.
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PHOTOS BY DAVID HILLEGAS AND COURTESY OF ADDISON ROSS
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From sunup to sundown, these outdoor finds—furniture, beach accessories, and lighting—have summer covered. PRODUCED AND STYLED BY AMANDA SMITH FOWLER PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID HILLEGAS
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