Private Gardens of Connecticut

Connecticut is uniquely rich in beautiful landscape, from the serene shoreline of Long Island Sound to the rolling hills and lakes of the famed northwest corner on the New York/Massachusetts border. The varied topography and micro-climates have given rise to an unusual range of gardens. Twenty-five of the most spectacular are presented here, a rare glimpse of private retreats of prominent members of the fashion, design, arts, and business communities including Oscar de la Renta, Bunny Williams, Robert Couturier, Linden Miller, Edward Lee Cave, and Anne Bass

Jane Garmey is a noted garden writer and a contributor to the New York Times. Born in England, she is the author of The Writer in the Garden,Great British Cooking: A Well-Kept Secret, and Great New British Cooking. She lives in New York and in Cornwall, Connecticut.

John M. Hall is a photographer and artist based in New York. He regularly collaborates with architects, interior designers, and garden designers for publication. His books include Greek Revival America, Fresh Cuts, Designing Women, and Adventures with Old Houses.