Name of Garden:
Gardens at Middleton Place
History:
The Gardens at Middleton Place, which Henry Middleton envisioned and began to create in 1741, reflect the grand classic style that remained in vogue in Europe and England into the early part of the 18th century. Following the principles of André Le Nôtre, the master of architectural garden design who laid out the gardens at the Palace of Versailles, great attention was paid to woods and water. Rational order, geometry and balance; vistas, focal points and surprises were all part of this garden design.
Description:
Rare camellias now bloom in the winter months and azaleas blaze on the hillside above the Rice Mill Pond in the spring. In summer, kalmia, magnolias, crepe myrtles, and roses accent a landscape magnificent throughout the year. The Gardens have now been planned so that there is something blooming at Middleton Place year-round.
Location - Directions - Contact
Middleton Place
4300 Ashley River Road,
Charleston, SC 29414
Tel: (843) 556-6020 (800) 782-3608
Directions:
From Downtown Charleston:
From downtown Charleston, take U.S. Highway 17 South across the Ashley River Bridge and stay in the right lane. Take the Highway 61 North exit just after the bridge. Follow Highway 61 North (Ashley River Road) for approximately 14 miles. Middleton Place will be on the right (1/2 mile after the Inn at Middleton Place). Estimated travel time: 30-40 minutes.
For directions from other points:
http://www.middletonplace.org/default.asp?catID=4566
Hours:
Middleton Place is open daily at 9:00 a.m.
Website:
http://www.middletonplace.org/default.asp?catID=4508 |
