My Gardens in East Hampton and Places I Walk
The past two blogs were devoted to Skylands, my home in Seal Harbor, Maine. I received so many wonderful comments and many of you were asking to see pictures of my home in East Hampton, New York. Well, I was in the Hamptons this past weekend with camera in hand. The gardens are looking lovely and the roses are blooming away. East Hampton is also a great place to walk and I took some photos during one of my jaunts.
1 This is my home in East Hampton.
2 I have many, many roses in these gardens and they were all just starting to bloom.
3 When the climbing roses are in full bloom upon the house, sitting on the front porch is quite a fragrant experience.
4 I started to plant these roses more than twenty years ago, and they continue to thrive in the Hampton's salt air.
5 Look how many blooms!
6 This climber has reached the second story balcony.
7 The wrap-around front porch is such a relaxing place to sit.
8 Or to recline
9 And even to rock and swing!
10 The boxwoods around the swimming pool have gotten so tall.
11 I have a sizable collection of aqua-glazed strawberry pots, which accent the aqua-colored pool and also the aqua trim on the house.
12 Those strawberry pots have all been planted with tropicals, like this vibrant alocasia.
13 The pockets of this pot are filled with lysimachia, or creeping Jenny.
14 Lysimachia is a trailing plant that is great for baskets and containers. It also makes an excellent ground cover.
15 A view of the front lawn and gardens
16 This is the shade garden on the far side of the house.
17 Giant farfugium japonicum grow excellently here.
18 Climbing roses upon a wooden arch
19 The fence surrounding the swimming pool is also covered with roses.
20 I love walking the dogs in East Hampton. The streets and lanes are so beautiful.
21 This particular lane is lined with American sycamore trees.
22 Sycamore trees are recognizable by their mottled exfoliating bark.
23 The bark appears greenish-white, gray and brown.
24 The bark of sycamores yield to a growing trunk by stretching, splitting, or infilling and shows this process more openly than many other trees.
25 The rigid bark tissue lacks the elasticity of the bark of some other trees, and is incapable of stretching to accommodate the growth of the wood underneath, which is why the tree sloughs the bark off.
26 Sycamores are fast growers and are often planted for shade.
27 This tree can grow to massive proportions.
28 A sycamore tree is often divided near the ground into two or more secondary trunks, like this one.
29 And the trunks of large trees are often hollow. I love how a shamrock plant made a home in this hollow.
30 Privet hedges, like the one on the left, are ubiquitous in the Hamptons as natural fencing.
31 Another common shrub in the Hamptons is the hydrangea, which thrives in the ocean climate.
32 Very shapely trees lining a private driveway
33 My makeup artist, Daisy Schwartzberg, enjoyed this Sunday walk.
Martha Pins
Martha Tweets
The first picture looks like a house in a fairey tale. It is so beautiful and un-real looking.
But, all of it is beautiful. I especially like the trees with the wierd and knobby trunks. I like trees that look different than all the others, and these are right up my alley, or would be if I had an alley.
Thanks for the tour, Martha, and I hope there will be a second "showing" of it, as I'm sure there is lots more to see.
Gloria G!!
Posted by: Gloria | June 19th, 2012 at 1:17 am
Cannot sleep tonight Martha...i just ate some M&M's and decided to check your blog...I enjoyed part 1 and 2 of planting the urns at Skylands... this one is very nice as well... looks like this was just posted..very lush and green...How are the chickens doing? Let us know... i always enjoy all..... sincerely
Posted by: Greg | June 19th, 2012 at 1:38 am
Dear Martha,
What a beautiful home surrounded by beautiful gardens. Thank you for the wonderful tour.
Best,
Trina
Posted by: Trina | June 19th, 2012 at 1:41 am
This home is such a treasure...and just look at all those roses in bloom! I vacation in Santa Barbara every April...i think, in part, to simply take in the roses growing with abandon there. Well, all the white roses in my 3-year old Vancouver, BC garden are now beginning to get robust and i am delighted by their fragrance as i enjoy them while sitting on my porch or passing by on my daily walk.
How wonderful and interesting it is that your homes/gardens are so diverse and that you share it with us. Thanks Martha.
Posted by: Sherey | June 19th, 2012 at 2:00 am
I so enjoy reading your blogs and viewing the photos! Your homes are so beautiful and match my taste to a tee!! I also love to garden and envy how meticulous all of your properties are kept ....exactly how I like it. I have been a fan of yours for years and because of you I have learned how to appreciate the beauty of every season. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge.
Posted by: Linda Ortolano | June 19th, 2012 at 5:55 am
Walking is such a great way to enjoy nature.
Posted by: ann | June 19th, 2012 at 7:12 am
Good morning Martha! Thank you for the beautiful tour in your amazing garden, love it all.
Posted by: Rowaida Flayhan | June 19th, 2012 at 7:14 am
Gi Martha,
Wow, another gorgeous home. I can only imagine what the inside looks like.
Beautifu is putting it mildly
Karen
Posted by: Karen Tracy | June 19th, 2012 at 7:20 am
I love seeing the contrasts in your homes Martha, each one is unique in style and you have created gardens that complement each one! The aqua trim on the house is lovely and it's a nice touch on the ceiling of the porch. The roses are spectacular and I can almost smell their fragrance! Thanks for sharing with your fans Martha.
Posted by: Cindy F | June 19th, 2012 at 7:58 am
Awesome roses and more roses! The sycamores look like Ents. Nice post - thanks!
Posted by: c | June 19th, 2012 at 8:19 am
If I had been showed the first photo of your lovely home and asked who owned this home. I would have said "Martha Stewart of course". Your signature color trimming this house says it all. I like the high hedges surrounding the property, bringing everything to a lovely private enclosure. Very peaceful. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Syl | June 19th, 2012 at 8:37 am
I love the trim color!! It's the color of my kitchen cabinets!!!
Posted by: Gwen Bouras | June 19th, 2012 at 8:38 am
Hi Martha,
Your roses are lovely and what’s not to like about that porch! The pool also looks fantastic with the plants all around it. I wish I could have that many but I don’t like having to move them to a safe spot during the hurricane season. We left our little palm trees out there last hurricane and they got ripped to shreds. Thanks for great pictures here – it’s always nice to see your beautiful homes. Trish
Posted by: Trish | June 19th, 2012 at 8:53 am
How in the world do you decide where to spend the night?!!
Posted by: Charles McKenzie | June 19th, 2012 at 8:59 am
You are so fortunate to have so many luxurious houses with luxurious gardens. You will never tire of one house; when you get bored with your surroundings in one house, just pack up and go to the next house!!!
Posted by: Sharon Hines | June 19th, 2012 at 9:04 am
Hi Martha, Thank you so much for taking us to your beautiful Lily Pond Lane home in East Hampton-it's been a long time since we got to see it and it continues to be extremely beautiful! I so enjoy seeing all three of your awesome homes and being able to see them all in the past two weeks is fantastic! I now think that your newest. outstanding photo at the top of your blog page in on the patio at Lily Pond Lane-terrific! These photos and your comments are superb and your swimming pool is stunning! I love all of the gardening, your beautiful home, and the lanes where you like to walk F,S,&GK. Those sycamore trees are also awesome and their barks are fascinating! How neat to see the shamrock growing in the hollow of that sycamore tree! It's also fun to see The Daily Wag visiting all three of your homes and sharing their great photos and comments, also! Seeing both of these blogs absolutely makes me so happy everyday! Thanks again for all you do for us to enjoy! Hope you are having another great day! Off to see The Daily Wag on A Visit to the Beach in East Hampton! Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | June 19th, 2012 at 9:13 am
Beautiful! I especially like photo 13, "Creeping Jenny" alongside the pool really looks nice.
Cute touch adding shamrock to the hollow tree trunk. I wonder if any critters call home in there?
gail
Posted by: gail pierson | June 19th, 2012 at 9:25 am
Martha,
Thank you for being so conscientious about updating your blog daily - it provides something to look forward to every morning!
If you have a chance, I would be interested more information about how the bamboo/wicker furniture is painted and how the finish is maintained. I have not had much success in repainting those kinds of pieces - especially when they are left outdoors.
Thanks!
Kate
Posted by: Kate | June 19th, 2012 at 9:49 am
Did you see the face in #22?
Posted by: Darryl Moland | June 19th, 2012 at 10:02 am
Hi Martha - Your blog has been such an extra special treat for the last few days! I agree with reader Gloria G. that your E. Hampton home looks like it is out of a fairytale, it seems like such an incredibly tranquil and relaxing place to spend time. I also love how the interior (which I've seen in other links on your site) and exterior color and design schemes complement each other so well. Everything is just gorgeous. And thank you for pointing out the lysimachia - I made my mother a beautiful hanging basket for Mother's Day with lysimachia trailing down the sides, but I wasn't quite sure what it was. I also have some large terracotta pots on my deck filled with different varieties of sage and thyme and they have also have lysimachia trailing down the sides and they look really pretty. Thanks again so much Martha, it's nice to know that you read all of our comments and that you listen and respond to what your readers are asking for!! Hope you have great day. Walter
Posted by: Walter H. | June 19th, 2012 at 10:15 am
Martha,
Your home is just beautiful! Thanks for sharing this blog.
Posted by: KLBrown | June 19th, 2012 at 10:30 am
hi martha,the first thing i have done every morning after breakfast is read your blog. i so love the pictures of your homes.martha what is the difference in a summer house and winter house. thanks thelma
Posted by: thelma hopkins | June 19th, 2012 at 10:34 am
I think readers would really enjoy a beautiful book displaying all of your incredible properties -- I know I would!
Posted by: Pamela Hadley | June 19th, 2012 at 10:38 am
I have a question: What color is the trim color on your beautiful house? Is it part of your line at Home Depot?
Posted by: Randy | June 19th, 2012 at 12:07 pm
Oh my gosh Martha!!! I love this home and the pictures you have shown us. I am surprised how the aqua colors you have chosen for your porch, blend so well with nature! The roses are to die for and the trees, all amazing! Maybe I will be painting my outdoor furniture this wonderful aqua! Thanks again for sharing this home with us!! Truly wonderful !
Posted by: Frances | June 19th, 2012 at 12:12 pm
I've been searching your website for the vintage cake server shop in nyc. I can't find the name of it and I will be visiting ny next week. You featured it on one of your shows. Please let me know. I'll check back for a response. Thanks!
Posted by: Ann Istrin | June 19th, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Greetings Madame Stewart :
You refer to the 'elasticity of the bark'. Does the bark actually expand with the increasing circumference of the tree? Or, is the bark continually renewed until the tree has reached its full growth?
The subject of tree bark never occurred to me before now. Bark was bark and always present on the trees.
Thank you once again for the inspiring content you graciously include in the information you share with us.
Best wishes for a wonderful summer season.
Posted by: louise | June 19th, 2012 at 12:34 pm
Wow, I had no idea the grounds were so lush on Lily Pond Lane! I imagine the smell of all those roses is heaven in the summertime. And while I do love Bedford Gray, I think that shade of Martha Aqua will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for sharing these lovely photos.
Posted by: BG in SF | June 19th, 2012 at 1:02 pm
Dear Martha:
What a beautiful house you have. Enjoy it while I enjoy your pictures.
Posted by: Maria Negron | June 19th, 2012 at 1:17 pm
Martha, the photographs on your blog are amazing! Your home is so beautiful. I also love to garden and envy how perfect your properties are kept. I have been a fan of yours for years and keep taking those great pictures.
Posted by: Adam | June 19th, 2012 at 4:18 pm
Ah, i am feeling a little homesick.I'm keeping my granddaughter this week while my daughter's husband is out of the country and staying here with them in Peachtree City, Ga. I was wondering to have all the different homes that you have. Do you ever feel like you can' t visit them enough? Which one is your favorite? The Hampton home is just beautiful!
Posted by: alice mcdonald | June 19th, 2012 at 8:21 pm
Hi Martha! How truly blessed you are to not only own one home but two! Personally, have struggled thru life and never owned a home of my own. Presently, I'm my 94 yr old dad's caregiver and been renting for a long time! May God bless you dear!
Posted by: Argelia | June 19th, 2012 at 8:28 pm
What Color is the trim painted?
Wonderful pictures, great roses...
Posted by: bill | June 19th, 2012 at 8:37 pm
Martha,
Thank you for sharing the pictures of your lovely home. I have been a fan of yours for years. I must say that your roses are lovely and luscious! I love the aqua strawberry pots by the pool. They are grand.
Oh, it would be grand to have a glass of lemonade and sit on your front porch and chat with you!
Thanks again.
Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Toth | June 19th, 2012 at 8:49 pm
Love seeing all your homes! Hope you will have more time to enjoy them and your beautiful daughter and grandchildren, now that your PBS shows are on this fall...can't wait for them!
Posted by: Marilyn Bartlett in TX | June 19th, 2012 at 9:24 pm
How would it be?
Posted by: Elisha | June 19th, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Beautiful photos! I am curious, did you stain the cedar shake? If so, I would love more information.
Best, David
Posted by: David McGuire | June 19th, 2012 at 10:13 pm
Interesting color on this home. What does the view look like? How many people do you employ to keep everything pristine? You have an amazing life Martha!!
Posted by: michael zutt | June 19th, 2012 at 10:33 pm
oooh! What charming photographs! The old pale pink climbing roses make my heart sing!
Posted by: Leslie Macchiarella | June 19th, 2012 at 11:53 pm
I love the pictures that you post. Just as I've loved your magazine(s) for 20 years and refuse to throw away a single one. All the work you put into those roses years ago really paid off.
This house and your home in Bedford make me think of the old "I Love NY" promotion song.
Posted by: Abby | June 20th, 2012 at 7:34 am
Beautiful!
Posted by: J.D. Flood | June 20th, 2012 at 8:29 am
Martha Yet another Beautiful Home.I love The Strawberry Glaze Pots,I love the sycamore Trees They Form An Art Of Itself Upon growing/Aging. I have never been to the Hamptons My husband and myself plan to visit the area.Again you have Captured the Beauty of your Gardens Of Roses One of my Favs. Thanx for sharing enjoy the Summer..
Posted by: darlene Martinez | June 20th, 2012 at 8:44 am
Dear Martha,
I have been told that you have chickens. You give good info about all kinds of things, so I wondered if you can give me basic info on chickens. I am getting 4 chicken quite soon, and I don't know much about them.
Big fan,
Morgan Lakin
Posted by: Morgan Lakin | June 20th, 2012 at 9:54 am
Martha, you are awesome!
Posted by: Carol | June 20th, 2012 at 10:58 am
I want to agree with the readers above who say "thanks for posting daily." I too eagerly await the next post. Everything is interesting. Today I enjoyed your bark and tree pictures of the sycamores, the long line of hedges, trees, and especially, the hydrangeas (which are ubiquitous in Istanbul too). Oh, and I loved the paint colors! The porch furniture with the aqua and the blue is remarkable because they don't look like everyone else's porch furniture. Instead, they look like they are treasured pieces that have helped create many memories and because they are beautifully cared-for, will create many more.
Posted by: Karen | June 20th, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Martha I love the lined Sycamores, they are gorgeous!
Posted by: Susy | June 21st, 2012 at 1:10 am
Very beautiful! Photo #22 of the sycamore tree.. I see a face.. the eye, nose, cheek, mouth and chin. Funny! Love your gardens!
Posted by: Judy | June 21st, 2012 at 4:30 pm
Hi Martha, I can't wait to start my day with your daily blog. You have taught me
so much in the last twenty years. I remember years ago that you said your goal
was to teach us something each time we watch your show. We do learn daily
from you. Your homes are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your photos. Thank
you for blessing me with your knowledge.
Posted by: Patricia Posey | June 24th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Thank you for sharing, Martha. Being trained in landscape architecture I fully immerse myself in landscape and garden details. I would love it if you offered garden tours in the summer months.
I might be starting a blog on permaculture this year. It' a design system that rearranges what we already have to provide synergy. We arrange our landscapes in a particular fashion to recycle, provide energy and food, conserve natural habitats etc. Many of us already do some of this with rain barrels and so forth. Bill Mollis is the original author of the book....Permaculture....a Designers' Manual.
Posted by: Valerie Szlatenyi | June 27th, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Wow I love your beautiful garden, rose trellis, and beautiful house and how you inspire a lot of people especially me. Your ideas inspire me!
Posted by: Maggie Williams | April 27th, 2013 at 1:16 am