Welcome to the Gardens at

Water Lily Cottage

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Welcome to our garden. Our home, Water Lily Cottage, is located on a half acre of land in Montecito, California (just south of Santa Barbara) about one block from the Pacific Ocean. The climate is very mild (USDA Hardiness Zone 10), and dry (we receive an average of 17.91 inches of rainfall per year). The garden includes a large collection of plants featuring many California native plants and other non-native plants that are suited to dry climates (xeriscaping). Salvias are among our favorite plants. Many of the plants at Water Lily Cottage are highly fragrant, and there are many container plants. There are 20 fruit trees. In 1997 we completed a water garden. It is the home to lotus, water lilies and other aquatic plants and creatures. Our garden is certified by the National Wildlife Federation as a Backyard Wildlife Habitat.

A Tour of the Gardens at Water Lily Cottage

The Front Garden | The Side Garden | The Water Garden | The Back Garden

The Plants of Water Lily Cottage

Aquatic Plants | California Native Plants | Non-Native Dry Climate Plants

Fragrant Plants | Bulbs | Container Plants | Fruit Trees | Other Plant Material

The Statuary and Benches of Water Lily Cottage

Animals and Angels | Fountains and Birdbaths | Benches

Water Lily Cottage Favorites

Gardening Books | Water Gardening Books | Gardening Magazines

Gardening Links | Awards | Web Rings | Santa Barbara Public Water Gardens

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There are currently 171 photos of our garden in this website with more to come. All photos were taken at our garden. Last updated June 5, 2001.