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Anise 'Woodland Red' ( Illicium floridanum ) A few weeks ago, I thought spring would never arrive, but now the change is astonishing. The nights are still cold (40s and sometimes even 30s) so planting tender annuals and vegetables is unwise although I have already succumbed, but covering and uncovering things gets old quickly. Someone made a wise comment last week and I must agree with them - "Don't plant anything tender until after May 1". Several plants are blooming like never before. One is the Anise shrub (above and below). I don't know if the recent tree pruning, which is allowing more sun into the woodland path, is affecting it or perhaps it is just age, but I've never seen so many blooms. Michael refers to this as "the stinky fish shrub" and I have to admit to smell of the flowers is quite unpleasant. It is so beautiful that I can overlook that. The old pink dogwood tree, which was already here, shades our woodland path and it too is prett
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Open Garden



Our garden will be open the next two weekends - May 8-9 and May 15-16 from 9-5.

The roses are just beginning and I think more will be blooming the second weekend but who knows what the weather will do. This weekend is supposed to be sunny with lower temperatures in the 70s.

If you need directions, just drop me an e-mail.

Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. F CameronMay 5, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    Wish I could drive that far to visit! I'd love to see your garden. Hope you have a great time with the open garden.

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  2. UnknownMay 5, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    These next two weekends are bad for me, but I'm going to come knocking on your door one day. Don't worry, I'll bring cake and booze....

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  3. serial tillerMay 5, 2010 at 6:50 PM

    I usually am in Florence going to yard sales with my sister and sister in law. I have been wanting to bring my sister by to see your garden. We will likely come early afternoon on Saturday. Can't wait to see your garden again.

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  4. frazzledsugarplummumMay 5, 2010 at 6:58 PM

    Good Luck with your open garden days. If I could fly from Aus I would.

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  5. Sweet Home and Garden CarolinaMay 5, 2010 at 7:42 PM

    Wish I could just drop by and visitk Phillip but t's not in the cards this year. Your garden looks fantastic.

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  6. JessMay 5, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    I just googled the distance, just for the heck of it, and if that Georgia wasn't in the way, you'd be really close.

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  7. AaerelonMay 5, 2010 at 10:27 PM

    I would love to visit but I don't have my passport yet and I'm feeling a little driven out over the past few days. :) At least I can see it through the photos!

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  8. Annie in AustinMay 5, 2010 at 11:20 PM

    May the 4th was Star Wars Day but no one had transporters for sale, Phillip- if they were available I would be able to get to your garden for the open days!

    Bet there will be many happy visitors who will fall in love with what you've created.

    Annie at the Transplantable Rose

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  9. DarlaMay 6, 2010 at 3:38 AM

    I too, would love to stroll your gardens...Have Fun!

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  10. Lisa at GreenbowMay 6, 2010 at 3:56 AM

    There will be some very happy Mothers this weekend when their children takes them for a tour of your garden. This path is so inviting with those big roses abloom.

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  11. Roses and LilacsMay 6, 2010 at 6:32 AM

    Good morning, Phillip. Your garden looks perfect. I wish I lived close enough to come by for a visit.

    Hope the weather cooperates.
    Marnie

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  12. Jeff VandiverMay 6, 2010 at 7:03 AM

    Phillip - weekends aren't good for me, because i'm rarely in the Shoals area. However, since I work in Muscle Shoals on M-F, i'd like to drop by one evening after work. You think that might be possible? Drop me an email at engineeredgarden@att.net and we'll discuss the details.

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  13. Rob (ourfrenchgarden)May 6, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    Wish I could be there but there's a small issue of 4,500 miles. I'm happy to 'make do' with the photographs. Hope it goes well.

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  14. GrannaMay 6, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    I'd love to visit your garden and will be coming from Tupelo. Can you send me directions? zbths68@yahoo.com. Thanks!

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  15. AnonymousMay 6, 2010 at 9:20 PM

    Fabulous blog!
    How far from Atlanta are you?

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  16. debsgardenMay 7, 2010 at 12:57 PM

    I hope everything goes well for your open garden days. Your garden looks spectacular. I know everyone will enjoy the tour! We really are entering summer, aren't we? Everything here is turning deep green. My spring flowers are gone.

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  17. CarolMay 7, 2010 at 6:57 PM

    It would be such a treat to walk into your fabulous garden! Lucky folks. I hope you will take pictures... guess that will be hard though ... while you are hosting. How about a walkabout? Is this a fundraiser of some kind? Hope the weather forecast is correct for you Phillip.

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  18. Chandramouli SMay 7, 2010 at 10:44 PM

    I envy the lucky ones who can visit your garden. Good luck, Phillip!
    How how I wish I could disapparate and apparate there!

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  19. KarlyMay 8, 2010 at 4:53 AM

    Its looking magnificent Phillip! Out of curiosity, is yours a warm or cool climate? (I'm afraid I've never made it to Alabama) From this photo it looks like cool plantings, but your other friends' garden in your previous post make it look almost tropical. Its spectacular anyway - best of luck with your open garden!

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  20. Dee @ Red Dirt RamblingsMay 8, 2010 at 2:43 PM

    Ah, Phillip, I had to show that photo to my husband. He loved your garden too. Wish I were near, I would love to come and see your beautiful place in person.~~Dee

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  21. WayneMay 11, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    I wish I also was closer. I'd love to walk through your garden!

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