The Wet, Wet Garden
After worrying about the rain deficit (we were below normal for April), Mother Nature generously rewarded us with an abundance of rain this past week. I am not going to complain although I do wish it would skip my off-days. Today (Saturday) is an especially wet day. I ventured out briefly and took a few shots. The plants grow so fast from the rain. Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
You have some gorgeous roses, but I think my favorite is Westerland. I was never a big fan of orange flowers until I moved to the PNW. I swear it has something to do with the long periods of gloomy weather (which I actually like, BTW). Orange is reminiscent of sunshine. Thanks for sharing your roses.
ReplyDeleteI think so too Alison. And I like the gloom too!
DeleteMy favorites of your collection is the Peachy Creeper, Gold Medal, and the plum. Yummmy. Your green thumb is showing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful roses! I love them so much. Thank you for sharing
ReplyDeleteSo many beauty!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! One of my all time favorite Corals is "Lafter" but her thorns are no laughing matter...
ReplyDeleteWalking through the gardens at Joy Creek is an olfactory delight these days. Between that and this post, I'm beginning to rethink my attitude about roses.
ReplyDeleteThank you for showing your beautiful roses, it's like having color therapy in our cold, wet and dark winter at the moment
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your roses very much. Your 'Westerland' is impressive. I agree, Chamblee's is an excellent rose vendor. Lucky you to get such a good impulse buy with the 'Sunbelt Plum Perfect'. It looks like a winner.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous roses! You and the Rose City (well pretty close) are a perfect match!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Are you experiencing less fungal problems there than in Alabama?
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