Aldridge Garden

Stream running to lake

This stream runs down to lake at Aldridge Gardens. Nearby is a bench; it's a great place for reading or meditation.
bald cypress

This bald cypress is loosing its needles in this November photo. They will come back in the spring. The roots form knobby knees in the water at its base.
a view over the lake

There is a walking trail around the lake at Aldridge gardens. This is one of many great views through the trees.
sunlight shining through the grasses.

Backlit by the November sun, these grasses on the lake shore were stunning.
grasses by the shore

These grasses growing by the lake at Aldridge Gardens are identified as pennisetum alopecaroides 'Cassian'.
view along the shore line

This pretty tree is tucked into the bend of the shore line.
walking trail around the lake

The walking trail around the lake is beautiful year round. This view is in early November.
Can you see the turtles?

Many turtles live in the lake at Aldridge Gardens. These were taking advantage of the warm sunshine on this November afternoon.
View across the lake

Autumn colors are starting to show in this view across the lake at Aldridge Gardens.
bench at Aldridge Gardens

This is a beautiful bench, but it is uncomfortable for sitting. It does have a good location with a terrific view of the lake.
boat house

The boat house is a favorite place for viewing fish at Aldridge Gardens. Huge carp are tame and come swimming when they see people.
autumn day over the lake at Aldridge Gardens

The weather was perfect this November day at Aldridge Gardens.
a cute place for a picnic

Aldridge Gardens is a great place for outings. This table is just waiting for a young family.
beautiful tree

I confess I didn't get close enough to read the name of this tree, but I believe it is a ginko. It is located in front of the family home at Aldridge Gardens. The fall foliage is fabulous.
Frank Fleming sculpture

There are a number of sculptures by renowned artist Frank Flemming at Aldridge Gardens. This is one of my favorites.