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Enchanting & Effortless Garden for Formal Pennsylvania Estate

From: Hess Landscape Architects, Inc.

A stone path with clover joints dances across the gracious grounds of this Pennsylvania estate, with stately features and everything needed for entertaining out-of-doors.

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Photo: Stephen Govel Photography. From: Hess Landscape Architects, Inc..

White Gate and Poolhouse

Mismatched stepping stones lead the way from an outdoor entertaining area through an adorable white picket gate to the backyard's pool and poolhouse.

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Photo: Stephen Govel Photography. From: Hess Landscape Architects, Inc..

White Coastal Poolhouse With Blue Chairs

Grab lunch and a little shade under the poolhouse's pergola. Pool blue chairs and the planters' mix of seasonal annuals provide the cheery color.

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Photo: Stephen Govel Photography. From: Hess Landscape Architects, Inc..

Stone Path and Blue Container Garden

Look away for a moment and the garden just might overtake this stepping stone path. The landscape design offers something interesting to enjoy no matter the season.

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Photo: Stephen Govel Photography. From: Hess Landscape Architects, Inc..

Patio Sitting Area With Tall Fireplace

A tall, two-sided fireplace anchors the patio part of this large backyard. The al fresco sitting area opens up to lawn but feels protected and intimate thanks to the fireplace and garden beds on either side.