Take a Stroll
When Donna and Richard Priester decided to dress up the view from their kitchen window with a simple backyard bed, they had no idea how it would change their lives. Now, 20 years later, their backyard garden reflects a passion for gardening and a true partnership.
Hosta Beginnings
The large trees and creek that runs across the back of the property sold Donna and Richard on this house near Nashville when they bought it 18 years ago. The combination of shade and moving water creates a peaceful and relaxing place.
Hostas were one of the first shade plants Donna and Richard grew, and they’ve been adding to their collection ever since. The success of those early plants inspired the purchase of new and different varieties. So the garden grew and evolved as Donna and Richard said to each other, “This hosta would look nice over there.” In fact,
