The meteorological Spring is here. The calendar Spring is here! Why do we still have the threat of frost this morning? Oh well, that last frost date is still the important one for gardeners.
The birds are singing. The bluebirds are nesting. Butterflies have appeared and the bees are buzzing. Lets check out the garden.
I have some pretty blooms to show. My plan is to post on Six on Saturday and see what my fellow gardeners are showing from their gardens. You can check it out at this website hosted by Jim Stephens. https://gardenruminations.co.uk
The first 3 will be called the pinks. First, is the Allium karataviense “Red Giant”. This is my first year with Alliums. I chose this one because it is suited our weather. So far, so good.
The Lorapetalum is very impressive this spring. I do not have the name of the cultivar.
The third is an Aroma Hybrid Azalea “Spring Sensation”. These azaleas are deciduous as you can see but the petals are marvelous. The Aromas were developed in Mobile, Alabama near the Gulf of Mexico.
This late appearing daffodil “British Gamble” is new this year. It is a large cup with subtle coloring.
The Pearl Bush is really magnificent this year. It has grown well this year and is now over 6 feet tall.
The Illyciium floradanum (Florida anise) has unusual blooms with elongated leaves. They like the shade and as the name suggests there is a hint of licorice fragrance to the leaves.
Happy Gardening!
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