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...
Your garden is pretty in any season.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, especially the night shot! We got no snow this winter.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures Phillip. Snow is beautiful but ready for it to go!
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of snow but your photos are lovely, especially the one through window screen which is how I watch severe weather.
ReplyDeleteThat is my favorite too Jean!
DeleteWelcome to my world. I have hopeful to see the ground after weeks of snow cover. Lucky you getting to stay in during a snow day. Those are the best days. I bet you cooked up something delicious. Love seeing your garden from your windows.
ReplyDeleteI can imagine that will would soon get old!
DeleteYour garden looks marvelous in its winter finery.
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