After: Riverside Hydrangeas 2011.  The view of the river from the den terrace had been obscured by wild multifloral roses, sumac, poison ivy, maturing tree saplings and seasonal debris. Removing these invaders opened mid-ground view to the rushing water and offered the opportunity to install another favorite plant, hydrangeas, along the river bank. Their bright color leads the eye to the stone path back up to the main house.