Hosta ‘Royal Standard’ is truly the king of my hosta collection. There is nothing too special about its plain green leaves, but “wow”, does it put on a show in August, when not much else is blooming in the shade garden. I probably have at least ten different varieties of hostas, if not more, but this one is my favorite. This is one of those … Continue reading hosta ‘ royal standard’
While deleting photos, I came across these pics of what I call “Lilac Row”. It’s a small sliver of garden between the raised vegetable beds and the row of lilac bushes I planted three summers ago along the fence line to create a privacy barrier. These pics are from when the garden was at its peak back in early July. The pink Yarrow Achillea ‘Little … Continue reading lilac row garden
Finally . . . I have some roses. The first flush was very pitiful, but the second bloom, although still minimal, is at least more promising. These are pink ‘Knock Out’ roses, supposedly very hardy, and will grow anywhere. I was first impressed with these roses when I saw them planted in front of a Wendy’s fast food restaurant on a busy main street in … Continue reading finally . . . roses
I made a trip to my favorite local garden center to check out their selection of what I would call the “speciality” echinacea varieties, in an attempt to decide which one I might be willing to splurge on. Not the common pink or white, but a whole range of new colors are available. So, to that purpose, here they are for your reference and mine, … Continue reading echinacea
I have two varieties of lilies blooming right now, while the other varieties have bloomed and have already gone over. This is one of several white varieties I have and I wish I knew it’s name, but they were planted years ago and I no longer have those records. I’m not a huge fan of lilies. But I do like them in a mixed border, … Continue reading lilies
I was finally able this morning to plant my echinacea in their new homes. Last evening, I dropped the final branches in this area which was the reason for not planting sooner. Here is the final planting, which is looking very sparse and even a little pitiful, but time will take care of that. There are also a couple hydrangea back here that haven’t done … Continue reading finally in ~ six on saturday
What can I say? No excuses . . . I admit . . . I’m obsessed with zinnias. They are my new favorite flower. How could I not have loved them before? They look delightful in small arrangements, grouped together in this vintage soda crate that was painted green. So many happy faces smiling at you. All their cheerful colors play well together. Such simple … Continue reading too cute
I was out watering the raised beds because, believe it or not, we haven’t had any rain for 3 days in a row. While watering, I was contemplating the things I needed to do on Sunday afternoon to get ready for the work week. I was going to make a bouquet for my desk at the office and decided if I laid the hose down … Continue reading this week’s bouquet
This is not a pretty post, but a work post. We’re having a few days of what I like to call “San Diego” weather. If you’ve ever been to San Diego, you know what I mean. But, if not . . . it’s weather that is not to cold, and not to hot – in other words – it’s perfect weather. And I decided to … Continue reading a good days work
Grew these little lady zinnias from seed. I’m not one to have the patience required for growing plants from seeds . . . too much like babysitting. But, I love these girls and I’m pretty sure I’ll designate a whole raised bed to them next year. Love this yellow one! I’m not into yellow flowers, but she sure is a soft pastel beauty. The cilantro … Continue reading zinnias
