GARDEN

Muskego garden is filled with lush vegetation and walkways along a pond

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Hostas and phlox are in full bloom at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
Hostas and phlox are in full bloom at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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The  Palmisano family, from left, son Matthew with his dog Maui, his mother Kathie with the family dog Elly, son Paul with the family cat Bella, and dad Casey pictured on  May 26, 2023 at the family home in Muskego.
The Palmisano family, from left, son Matthew with his dog Maui, his mother Kathie with the family dog Elly, son Paul with the family cat Bella, and dad Casey pictured on May 26, 2023 at the family home in Muskego.
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A colorful carpet of phlox flowers are seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
A colorful carpet of phlox flowers are seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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A cedar swing makes for a cozy seating area to view the  pond in Casey and Kathie Palmisano's backyard in Muskego, as shown on May 26, 2023.
A cedar swing makes for a cozy seating area to view the pond in Casey and Kathie Palmisano's backyard in Muskego, as shown on May 26, 2023.
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Bella the cat enjoys spending time in the gardens that were named after her at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
Bella the cat enjoys spending time in the gardens that were named after her at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
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Kathie Palmisano walks Ella, a goldendoodle, along a path in the family's backyard garden on May 26, 2023.
Kathie Palmisano walks Ella, a goldendoodle, along a path in the family's backyard garden on May 26, 2023.
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Catmint and allium add shades of purple to the yard at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
Catmint and allium add shades of purple to the yard at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
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The deck at the back of the house of Casey and Kathie Palmisano, pictured on May 26, 2023, has a fire pit and overlooks the gardens and pond.
The deck at the back of the house of Casey and Kathie Palmisano, pictured on May 26, 2023, has a fire pit and overlooks the gardens and pond.
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A variety of hosta plants are seen in the moss garden at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
A variety of hosta plants are seen in the moss garden at the home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023 in Muskego.
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A patio off the rear of the Palmisano house in Muskego is filled with bright colored flowers in pots on May 26, 2023, and is a space where the family enjoys gathering together.
A patio off the rear of the Palmisano house in Muskego is filled with bright colored flowers in pots on May 26, 2023, and is a space where the family enjoys gathering together.
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Among the many plants in the garden at the Muskego home of  Casey and Kathie Palmisano is this Fire Island Hosta seen on May 26, 2023.
Among the many plants in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano is this Fire Island Hosta seen on May 26, 2023.
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Among the many plants in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano is this Heuchera Rose Granita seen on May 26, 2023.
Among the many plants in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano is this Heuchera Rose Granita seen on May 26, 2023.
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Moss grows in a pot next to a hosta plant at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
Moss grows in a pot next to a hosta plant at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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Gladiator allium, shown on May 26, 2023, are favorites of Muskego homeowners Casey and Kathie Palmisano.
Gladiator allium, shown on May 26, 2023, are favorites of Muskego homeowners Casey and Kathie Palmisano.
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Fun garden art is seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
Fun garden art is seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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A large hosta plant is seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
A large hosta plant is seen in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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A brick path leads through a garden in Casey and Kathie Palmisano's backyard in Muskego on May 26, 2023.
A brick path leads through a garden in Casey and Kathie Palmisano's backyard in Muskego on May 26, 2023.
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Gardens surround a pond in the backyard of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego on May 26, 2023.
Gardens surround a pond in the backyard of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego on May 26, 2023.
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Yard art is featured in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
Yard art is featured in the garden at the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano on May 26, 2023.
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A Colorado flagstone walkway leads through the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
A Colorado flagstone walkway leads through the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
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Later in the summer, the gardens in the backyard of the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano are filled with color.
Later in the summer, the gardens in the backyard of the Muskego home of Casey and Kathie Palmisano are filled with color.
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The Palmisano ' s colorful gardens back up to a small pond, with seating areas offering a spot to take in the tranquil views.
The Palmisano's colorful gardens back up to a small pond, with seating areas offering a spot to take in the tranquil views.
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The Palmisano ' s gardens are filled with color in the summer.
The Palmisano's gardens are filled with color in the summer.
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A " salvia river " of Blue Hill and May Knight salvia wind along a pond in the backyard of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
A "salvia river" of Blue Hill and May Knight salvia wind along a pond in the backyard of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
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Art and flowers mix in the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego, which is in full bloom later in summer.
Art and flowers mix in the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego, which is in full bloom later in summer.
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A variety of flowers bloom in the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
A variety of flowers bloom in the backyard garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego.
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Allium and phlox bloom in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
Allium and phlox bloom in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
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Coneflower blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
Coneflower blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
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Coneflower blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
Coneflower blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
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Casey and Kathie Palmisano ' s garden is a kaleidoscope of colors later in the summer.
Casey and Kathie Palmisano's garden is a kaleidoscope of colors later in the summer.
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Allium blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
Allium blooms among other flowers in the garden of Casey and Kathie Palmisano in Muskego later in the summer.
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