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...
Most definitely conifers count! I'm mesmerized by them. Great shots of the new growth. I think your Golden Variegated Dogwood would do well in full sun (its a survivor so far). Pieris 'Mountain Fire' is probably at it's most striking right now: the new leafs are an eye catcher.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on the Pieris. The foliage is more striking than the flowers.
DeleteWOW! Phillip your photos again are amazing, such depth. And the foliage of course too. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteConifers definitely count, especially here in the PNW! They're a staple, and that new growth is sometimes nearly as pretty and interesting as flowers. I wish I'd known you were looking for that Leycesteria that I showed in my post, I've started new plants easily from cuttings, so maybe I could start one for you if you can't find it elsewhere.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blooms and foliage in your garden!
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne!
DeleteWhat a great assortment of foliage you have. Skylands is gorgeous. I have that golden dogwood and it gets late afternoon sun that it is not crazy about but it hasn't burned it or caused significant problems that I've noticed.
ReplyDeleteThat is great to hear! Thank you Linda.
DeleteYour conifer pictures are amazing!
ReplyDeleteAn excellent inaugural Foliage Follow-up! I love the new growth on conifers. Like Alison said, it can be as good as flowers!
ReplyDeleteOf course conifers count. You have some beauties. I love all that new growth. The foliage looks great on the trees too. Everything is popping now. Happy FF.
ReplyDeleteYou start out strong with your first FFU. I'm in love with the conifers as they send out fresh new growth...like the frosting on an already delicious cake.
ReplyDeleteYou are speaking my plant love language when you start talking about your prized conifers and Japanese maples. The color of Pinus contorta 'Taylor's Sunburst' is stunning. I agree too that the new foliage of pieris varieties is more of a standout than the actual blooms. Amazing photos!!
ReplyDeleteThose conifers are delightful, especially that first one. Wow!
ReplyDeleteOne thing I love about the Pacific NW is all the wonderful conifers. You have a great selection. I am jealous! I love 'Eskimo Sunset.' I confess I rarely see a variegated plant I don't like. I wish, If you decide you don't like it, that you could dig it up and send it to me. ( Though I suspect anything with 'Eskimo' in its title may not like central Alabama!)
ReplyDeleteSome truly choice foliage in your first FFU post! Stunning pictures.
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