Object Details
Former owner
Black, R. Clifford
Former resident
McLean, Evalyn Walsh, 1886-1947
Former owner
Fung, Reginald P. Dr.
Parsons, Critchell
Schwab, Earl H.
Kipp, Fred R.
Preston, William J. Dr.
Landscape architect
Deboer, S. R.
Bell, Fawn Hayes
Contractor
Chambers, Charles W.
Landscape architect
Miller, Amy
Horticulturist
Miller, Shannon
Architect
Hart & Shape
Gardener
Fredell Enterprises
Provenance
Broadmoor Garden Club
Collection Creator
Garden Club of America
Collection Citation
Smithsonian Institution, Archives of American Gardens, The Garden Club of America collection.
Scope and Contents
The folder includes a worksheet, a copy of the garden plan, detailed plant lists, photocopies of newspaper articles about the 1947 sale of the house, and photocopies of memos regarding the 1990s restoration/improvement project. The garden is noted for its restoration of original design elements in a more contemporary environment, as well as its lush plantings of perennials and magnificent scenic setting.
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General
This 3.1-acre garden site, with an adjoining 6.1 acres, was originally part of a 15-acre estate. The English Tudor style house was completed in 1928, and the original landscape plan was conceived by S. R. DeBoer of Denver, although few of the original plantings remain. The existence of many early drawings and plant lists, however, have enabled the current landscape architect, Fawn Hayes Bell, to restore much of DeBoer's design while adapting the grounds to reflect the lifestyle of the current owners. The garden style is derived from a blend of English Tudor elements (to reflect the style of the house) and the natural Colorado setting.
Contemporary improvements include a formal drive; central jardiniere; an architectural pergola of natural stone, brick, cast concrete, and wood; a garden folly in the form of a chapel ruin with steps and views into the surrounding native areas; new gate piers; natural stone terrace walls; a vegetable and fruit garden with unique lattice fencing; a small wall fountain; a sundial; xeriscape areas; extensive rose hedges; gravel walks; perennial beds; and a melding of exotic and native trees and shrubs.
Persons associated with the property include: R. Clifford Black (former owner, 1928-1947); Evelyn Walsh McLean (former resident, 1937); Dr. Reginald P. Fung (former owner, 1947-1955); Critchell Parsons (former owner, 1955-1956); Earl H. Schwab (former owner, 1956-1978); Fred R. Kipp (former owner, 1978-1980); Dr. William J. Preston (former owner, 1980-1994); Hart & Shape (architects, 1925-1928); Charles W. Chambers (contractor, 1925-1928); S. R. DeBoer (landscape architect, ca. 1925-1935); Fawn Hayes Bell (landscape architect, 1994-1999); Amy Miller (landscape architect, 1994-1999); Shannon Miller (horticulturist, 1994-1999); and Fredell Enterprises (gardeners, 1994-1999).
Place
Mesacrest (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
United States of America -- Colorado -- El Paso County -- Colorado Springs
Topic
Gardens -- Colorado -- Colorado Springs
Former owner
Black, R. Clifford
Former resident
McLean, Evalyn Walsh, 1886-1947
Former owner
Fung, Reginald P. Dr.
Parsons, Critchell
Schwab, Earl H.
Kipp, Fred R.
Preston, William J. Dr.
Landscape architect
Deboer, S. R.
Bell, Fawn Hayes
Contractor
Chambers, Charles W.
Landscape architect
Miller, Amy
Horticulturist
Miller, Shannon
Architect
Hart & Shape
Gardener
Fredell Enterprises
Provenance
Broadmoor Garden Club
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Sponsor
A project to describe images in this finding aid received Federal support from the Smithsonian Collections Care Initiative, administered by the National Collections Program.
Custodial History
The Broadmoor Garden Club facilitated the submission of this garden's documentation.
Archival Repository
Archives of American Gardens
Identifier
AAG.GCA, File CO030
Type
Archival materials
Collection Rights
Archives of American Gardens encourages the use of its archival materials for non-commercial, educational and personal use under the fair use provision of U.S. copyright law. Use or copyright restrictions may exist. It is incumbent upon the researcher to ascertain copyright status and assume responsibility for usage. All requests for duplication and use must be submitted in writing and approved by Archives of American Gardens. Please direct reference inquiries to the Archives of American Gardens: aag@si.edu.
Collection Restrictions
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Record ID
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