Ten July Favorites
Chaste Tree ( Vitex ) One of the highlights of the year is when the Chaste Tree blooms. It pains me that I don't know the name of it, but I suspect it is 'Shoal Creek' . I failed to record it, and I also do not remember where it came from. We sell a newer variety at Yard N' Garden called 'Flip Side ', which has stunning leaves of olive-green with a purple reverse. A friend has the pale pink variety, but I don't think it is as pretty as the blue-colored flowers. This little tree is constantly covered with bees. Catalpa bignoinoides 'Aurea' A large limb died over the winter, leaving a gaping hole. However, it is looking better after Michael raised some of the remaining limbs. It has bloomed profusely this year. Like the vitex, our best view of it is from the windows, where you get an elevated view. Heliopsis helianthoides 'Fire Twister' This perennial is doing much better after I moved it to a better location. I saw it last week in an ope...
YUMMY!
ReplyDeleteLooks heavenly Phillip! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHey Phillip, got to try this! Looks great!
ReplyDeleteLooks great. I have not tried to make toffee. I got a new candy thermometer for myself for Xmas. I borrowed your post about bloggers for the Calhoun County MG Facebook page.
ReplyDeleteYou have my address. I'll be expecting a pound or two for Christmas. Miss you and Michael!!! -John
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