Near the Visitors'
Center is a Waterwise Garden which demonstrates "how to
grow a lush, colorful landscape that's easier on you, your wallet
and the environment." using water conservation techniques.
Here and there
along the borders were sculptures like this one, perhaps connected
to Bellevue's sister city in Japan - Yao.
The Short's
Groundcover Area was gorgeous - tinkling waterfalls, beautiful rock
formations and lovely greenery. It was so peaceful.
I was sure
this was a Hobbit Hole but Tim said it was more likely where the
workings of the waterfalls were hidden. :)
Here's
one of the pretty little waterfalls.
Overlooking
this area was the Tateuchi Viewing Pavilion, designed to use elements
of both Northwestern and Asian styles.
The
Perennial Border was home to a wide variety of plants.
