The Scherer Garden
Pawling, NY
About
More than 30 years ago, we moved a 200-year-old house and barn to our scrubby, rocky site on Quaker Hill. In collaboration with Robin Zitter, we have created the garden we dreamed of: a naturalistic, traditional cottage garden. Woodland paths are filled with rhododendrons, ferns, and springblooming bulbs. In the garden close to the house the beds are now deeper and filled with shrubs, sedges, grasses, and perennials. The pool area is a hidden, rocky gem filled with color. A knot/herb garden in the back is a focal point and enhances the western views. Our garden is featured in Jane Garmey and John M. Hall’s book, Private Gardens of the Hudson Valley.
This garden’s estimated size is 4-1/2 acres.
2025 Open Day: Sunday, July 20
Hours: 11-4
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Location
The Scherer Garden
Dutchess County
Pawling, NY 12564
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Nature Friendly
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