We are expecting a cold snap here in Central Alabama. Temps will drop below freezing for several nights. Looks like this will continue at least until Christmas. Who knows! We might have a white Christmas.
In the meantime, my photos today will feature some persisiting blooms and some signs of things to come.
First, here is a lantana to start. It still has a few blooms despite the short days and cool temps. I really like this gold color. It will not survive the upcoming cold nights.
Second is the Camellia japonica “Sea Foam”. It is a little early but the double bloom is outstanding.
Third is the second Camellia japonica. I could not find the cultivar name but it is an unusual dark color.
The next are two ferns. The first is known as Southern Shield and it is evergreen. The other is an asparagus fern which dies back with the cold.
Fifth is a bay (Laurus nobilis) which I use for cooking. This has a hint of lemony flavor in addition to the expect bay leaf flavor.
The next is a project that has succeeded. These are leopard lilies that I have started from the seeds (bulbils). I planted them last fall and they sprouted this spring. They should be ready to plant next spring.
Happy gardening! Hope the cold weather does not cause the garden too much damage.
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