The big dance is in full swing now. Joining the daylilies and the coneflowers are the asiatic lilies, the calla lilies and the black eyed Susans. It is an extravaganza with bright, vibrantly colored gowns. There was some fear of lack of rain spoiling things but that has been corrected over the last few days. Although the air is heating up, the nights are still cool enough to keep the dance looking fresh. More pollinators are arriving daily. It is a grand symphony.
The garden tasks this week has concentrated on freshening up the containers. Some have been moved into sunnier locations while some have been converted from winter vegetables to shade loving annuals like coleus with added caladium bulbs. Of course, there is the regular routine of watering.
I will be posting this blog on the Six On Saturday blog tomorrow as is my routine. Here is the link if you are curious as to what goes on there. https://gardenruminations.co.uk. Essentially, take 6 photos of your garden happenings and post a link as to where they can be found.
The Prairie Coneflower on the left has tall stems with the trailing petals perched atop of them. It is very beautiful if the wind is blowing even if slightly.
This is latest blooming of the Asiatic Cocotte. This time the delicate Society Garlic is blooming amongst them. I like this as a companion planting.
The ‘Indian Summer’ is putting on quite a show. It is a very large bloom with a very healthy plush foliage.
The gardenia is just beginning to bloom. It has a very alluring fragrance. There is a sister plant in a shadier location but it is struggling and I have had to give it a significant pruning this spring.
The Regal Lily is statuesque with a fine crop of blooms this year. So far, it is disease and pest free.
The Calla Lily is another crowd pleaser just outside the front door where it gets morning shade and afternoon sun.
The featured image today is and unexpected visitor to my side door during the mid-morning. I usually see raccoons on the security camera at night so this one surprised me. I gave it a wide berth and observed with caution since although they are cute, they may carry disease. Eventually, it waddled off into the nearby woods.
I hope you enjoyed today’s festivities. Happy Gardening!
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Rick, wonderful plants and obviously well cared for. Do calla lilies overwinter in the ground for you? June
Yes, they do. I bought these from Brent and Becky’s. They are hardy one protected near the front door. They have done marvelously.
I have Ratibida pinnata envy. I have been unsuccessful growing form seed, but really want some. I have not managed to get it yet, but it grows nearby with Monarda fistulosa and it is graceful! Just hearing the word Gardenia teleports me to the 1970s when all summer we swam at a neighbor’s pool. We had to walk past his gardenia hedge and I can smell it now.
I acquired some seed several years ago at a Native Plant Conference here in Birmingham. It started successfully and I planted several in my yard. It is well established now and reseeds. After it flowers, I cut it back severely since I am told by the native plant folks that it may flower a second time. So far, no such luck on that.
The gardenia has a heavenly smell on warm nights.
Rudbecki ‘Indian Summer’ is a lovely colour and I can almost smell the Regal Lily. I have a feeling our Lily has finally given up this year.
The Regal lily is delightful.
Lovely blooms, for sure! I love the Calla Lily and the Regal Lily!
Well it looks like a very fine dance to me, I will definitely be joining in. You have also reminded me that I have some ratibida seedlings that desperately need pricking out! Have a great week.