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...
Gorgeous - all the photos. But that first one is stunning. Was there a cost for this tour of seven gardens?
ReplyDeleteThe tickets were $25 which included all the gardens.
ReplyDeleteI'm always collecting info on garden tours - thanks!
DeleteAnother question. Do you know if the money raised was to support the tour itself, or was some of it going to a non-garden related charity. I've seen plenty of both.
DeleteYes, the money goes to scholarships for students in landscape architecture.
DeleteYou have a great eye, Phillip. Your photos are fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThe first one was my favorite
ReplyDeleteGlad you did this tour and enjoyed it! I'm jealous of your people-less photos. Going on the pre-tour it was so crowded, and almost impossible to get a good photo.
ReplyDeletePhillip, I have "Snowflake" and will be happy to root you a cutting or 2. :)
ReplyDeleteYou sent me rose cuttings a LONG time ago. I never forgot it and would be happy to return the favor.
Oh wow, that would be great. What a surprise!
DeleteThis is fun to see. I can imagine all the inspiration you took home.
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