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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...
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May roses

"Rambling Rector" on pergola
"Sea Foam" and "Blaze" roses along with honeysuckle
 
"American Beauty"


"Gartendirektor Otto Linne" (hedge) and "Tausendschon" on back of fence.

 
"Veilchenblau"

 
"Veilchenblau"



Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. Lisa at GreenbowMay 12, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    When I see a spectacle like this I feel a deep seated case of Rose envy. Heavenly.

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  2. LarryMay 12, 2015 at 1:29 PM

    Glorious!!

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  3. KrissuMay 12, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    So beautiful! :)

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  4. FlowerLady LorraineMay 13, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    Beautiful! These photos make me want to have arbors filled with wonderful roses.

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  5. debsgardenMay 14, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Wonderful! There is nothing like a swath of roses to create a mood of romanticism. I once planted Rambling Rector, hoping it would climb a nearby tree and create such a spell. Didn't happen; it neither bloomed or climbed, and eventually I removed it. Sigh. Yours is perfect!

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  6. NicMay 15, 2015 at 5:21 AM

    Wonderful! And the rest of the garden looks just picture-perfect as well!

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  7. The Graceful GardenerMay 15, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    Absolutely beautiful. Love your Veilchenblau; mine is still in its infancy stage :).

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  8. The Graceful GardenerMay 15, 2015 at 6:20 PM

    Beautiful!
    Love your Veilchenblau! Mine is still in its infancy stage. :)

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  9. Tatyana@MySecretGardenMay 21, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    I know I've said it many times, but here it is again - your garden is gorgeous! And, the roses are charming!

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  10. SwimrayMay 22, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    I really enjoyed the violet lavender colors, if that is their real color. They look that way on my computer screen. I want even though I don't grow roses.
    Ray

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  11. The Graceful GardenerMay 23, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    Beautiful!

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  12. The Graceful GardenerMay 23, 2015 at 10:18 AM

    Beautiful!

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