The Garden Awakens
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
Phillip,
ReplyDeleteWhat is the difference between a Cucumber Magnolia and a Cowcumber Magnolia?
Randy I have no idea. I've only heard of the cucumber!
ReplyDeleteWell done Phillip! Your post beautifully illustrates this jaw dropping landscape!! I'll post a link on her blog! Thank you both for coming and spending the better part of the day with us!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a beautiful garden. Lots of yummy color and texture.
ReplyDeleteWhat a marvelous garden... I'm overwhelmed! And the Japanese maples... spectacular!
ReplyDeleteI will have to share this post as it's very inspiring... Larry
Looks like a really lovely place. That copper iris is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI can see how one could become enamored of Japanese maples. They give a variety of color, shape and size. This looks like a beautiful garden to stroll any time of year.
ReplyDeleteWow, I haven't seen copper iris before! Thanks for sharing this beautiful garden with us.
ReplyDeleteThis is the kind of garden I dream of. I only hope one day I can achieve it. It's so wonderful. I did not realize Viridis was such a big J. maple. Love it! The textures are awesome. How wonderful you could visit.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite garden photos are views of trees/shrubs in harmony. Thanks, Phillip!
ReplyDeleteI was stunned by the Japanese maple 'Viridis.' I planted a small one last year - had no idea it will eventually look like that (God willing I live that long).
Can't wait for the article! You always do such a good job, Phillip.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for the article. You always do such a fabulous job, Phillip!
ReplyDeletethe stone walls stopped me in my tracks - so beautiful. The magnolia was featured on our pbs gardening show here in SC, Making It Grow. The host wears creative hats each week, this was the hat on tuesday. copy and paste for the pictures. made me laugh.
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Hi Phillip, What a great post! I visited this nursery, along with Eve, shortly before the tornado you spoke of. I was saddened when I heard of the damage, but your photos show what a great recovery John's Native Nursery has made. I enjoyed meeting LaRue, and truly my visit was one of the most enjoyable 'field trips' that has come about through connections made via my my blog.
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