May Trees
Redbud 'Flame Thrower' (Cercis canadensis) As May comes to an end, I thought I would share some trees that look good now. First, the insanely beautiful 'Flame Thrower' redbud. I always hesitate to praise this tree because of their finicky nature. So far, so good on this one which is near our front door. Snowbell and 'Wolf's Eyes' Dogwood in the background The Snowbell tree ( Styrax japonica ) has been spectacular for many weeks. I was up on the roof of the garden shed this morning and got an aerial view of it. It looks so much larger from above. The blooms are so heavy that the branches are bending down. A few years ago, I recall standing underneath it and the roar from bees buzzing around it was deafening. Last week, I was saddened to hear no bees at all. Fortunately, there are some a week later but not nearly as many as in the past. On the opposite side is 'Wolf's Eye' Dogwood ( Cornus kousa ) which always delivers. This is a small dogwood c...
OH lordy Phillip!! you're killing me!!! hahaha! They look so good!!!
ReplyDeleteYou do realize a girl can gain weight reading your recipes and looking at these photos..?
ReplyDeleteDarla, only if you eat too many! ;)
ReplyDeleteIt may be cold outside but your home must be cozy, warm and smell delicious! I see you do a good deal of baking this time of year Phillip! Enjoy the holidays!
ReplyDeleteSince it is too cold to be outside for very long, staying inside and munching on these cookies sounds great. I am just getting ready to head out to the grocery store, and I will buy the ingredients for these cookies and will make them this afternoon. I have tried some of your other recipes, and they were wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
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Always Growing
They look so good! I'll have to try these later this week. I have everything on hand but mint candies, so I'm adding that to my grocery list now!
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