The days are getting longer, the birds are chirping, and the rains have started. It must be spring! Some of the bulbs are even poking their little heads out to say hello. These welcome signs of spring have many of us itching to get into our yards for some spring clean-up.
Walking around the yard this week has been such a delight. The heat and humidity have been just what is needed for the annual planters and baskets. They have just exploded.
But then there are the perennials that are shining right now. The astilbe - … Continue Reading ››
Looking for something different for shade? Try Aralia Sun-King.
We have five of these plants in two different beds on the edge of the woods. In the spring - the bright golden color brightens up the woods like a beacon.
As a parent, you cannot declare a favorite child - you love them all the same. However, with my hosta plants, I do play favorites. Hosta Shadowland "Wheee!" is in that category.
Gracing our front entry along the sidewalk, we have a few … Continue Reading ››
We have many hosta gardens at home, some with all hostas, others with a few ferns mixed in, my garden gnomes stand guard over my miniature hostas and others are planted in with shrubs and boulder accents.