Mrs. Hyde's garden is a mass of bloom composed chiefly 

 of the longest-lived annuals and giving a charming color 

 effect to this picturesque spot. 



The best gardens of Vermont, with its still greater area 

 of uplands, are probably those in and around Manchester 

 and Bennington. They are usually of the simplest char- 

 acter, and lovely under the personal care of devoted 

 owners. One worthy of special attention is seen in the 

 view of Longmeadow garden, which is an example of the 

 great value of trees as a background, and a strong argu- 

 ment in their behalf. As a gem needs a setting, so the 

 flowers, in even the most modest planting, are doubly fair 

 when framed in luxuriant green. 



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