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For the Love of Pansies
Every November the Houmas House gardens undergo a complete color renewal consisting of more than 70,000 new plants. These gardens will flourish through the winter and will remain until April when the summer gardens are planted.
Among the myriad of winter cabbages, Snap Dragons, Dianthus and seasonal vegetables and herbs, guests will see rows upon rows of brightly colored Pansies.
Pansies became popular in North America in the early 1800's. They are edible and were often used to make syrup, flavor honey, and used in salads. These were highly popular in the Antebellum era since many of the larger plantation homes boasted formal gardens all year around.
At Houmas House, you will enjoy these blooms in a variety of colors and can appreciate the artistic way in which they are planted. Currently, they are in full bloom and will be a focal point throughout the gardens until April.
Craig Black has been the head gardener at Houmas House Plantation since 1974. His art gallery is located on the grounds of Houmas House and is open to the public. He is always accompanied by his companion, Chip.
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A magnificent pictorial and history of the enchanting mansion, gardens, and buildings of Louisiana's Sugar Palace, Houmas House Plantation and Gardens. Artist, author and photographer Jim Blanchard's compilation of recent and historic photography, archival research, and treasures from the Houmas Collections unfold in his tribute to the families of the great sugar barons Daniel Clark, Wade Hampton, John Burnside, and William Porcher Miles.
