Reminiscences


Harland Hand [1922-1998], inspired by the principles of fine art and rock formations in the High Sierra, designed this hillside garden with breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay.

Using concrete, curving lines and dramatic color combinations, Hand created an emotionally evocative space that houses an extraordinary plant collection.


Recalling a lecture Hand gave at a NARGS Winter Study Weekend in North Carolina, Bobby Ward wrote: "I became simultaneously amused and mesmerized as Harland Hand rolled around on the floor among pieces of colored construction paper explaining how to "see" plant combinations in the garden using his simple method."

Pamela Harper - Harland Hand's "Boswell"

Marjory Harris - In Memoriam

Mark Kane remembers a visit with Harland Hand

Panayoti Kelaidis remembers Harland Hand

Lou Schley remembers her brother, Harland Hand