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The grounds at the Apple Tree Inn reflect the ambience of the pine forest where it is situated.. Care was taken in building the Inn so that many of the native Ponderosa Pines, Firs, Sugar Pines, Maples and Oaks were preserved . The beds and border gardens are created in a manner that enhances this native landscape. Gardens at the Inn are continuing to develop but include the following;

Traditional Border Garden , now in its 8th year and with new additions each season, a border that includes perennials hardy enough to make it through our snowy winters. It contains, Delphinium, Rudbeckia, Peony, Echinops, Asclepias, Shasta Daisy, Asters, Echinacea, Erigeron, Spirea, Hesperis, Hollyhock, Phlox, Helianthemum, Baptistia, Lychnis and more.

Complimentary Color Garden, From an artist’s perspective a garden created to show off the vibrations that can be created by using shades of purple and yellow flowers. In a bed, just to the north a touch of red is added to tease the eye.
 

Dwarf Conifer Collection, a developing hillside of various dwarf conifers , interspersed with woody perennials

Giant Garden, FEE, FI, FO, FUM, bring your camera to capture a view of our sleeping giant as he awaits the arrival of Jack. The garden is one that delights young and old, with its sculptural elements, a topiary fountain and an environment of giant leaved plants, such as Rheum, Gunnera and Hardy Banana ( Musa)

Moon Garden , Our moon garden was completed in 2004 . It is a place to stop and enjoy the change of light throughout the day and then into the night. Watch the vibrations of color change at twilight with a touch of "Aspen Glow". Then, experience the quiet of the evening as the moon rises and the silver, white and greens of the garden surround you with reflected light.
Moss baskets, Details count in our garden- as you can see in the billowing moss baskets of annuals and perennials that festoon numerous lamp posts spread throughout the property.

Hanging Garden Wall Our extensive retaining wall near the pool has proven a challenge, but with hanging baskets of color it is taking shape. Look for some new additions this year in the form of hand cast stone canvases, blooming with botanical paintings that pay tribute to some native California wildflowers.

Fern Garden. A birdbath set amongst a sampling of ferns, mosses, and spotted Lungwort (Pulmonaria) is the perfect place to observe local birds as they come to visit this cool spot.