a field of sunflowers and camas.
Spring Blooms - Part 10
nearing in on sunset today
the one of the bunch!
the lonely one upclose
I have been waiting all spring for the day that the blue poppy would bloom!!!
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and just for kicks.... a close up of it!!
Is that a vine further up? looks like azaleas ,but they don't climb.
post title "nearest at sunset today"
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love that blue poppy.... looks like it's not real
Great poppy!
I just visited that lady slipper site...crap...lol. I wonder when they start up with their fall shipments? lol.
I love those blue poppies...they don't seem to like Maine. Zone 6 or higher..... could be the problem!!
Thanks for the blue poppy, redchic. I've never ever seen one, much less heard of one. It is gorgeous.
Here's my first offering for the day. I can almost smell the lilacs now!
redchic, that blue poppy is sooo COOL!
Both your thoughts were right Jo Ann, it's a rhody and a vine, really. There is a vine (schizandra chinenses) that grows along the porch bannister and a rhody that is planted right in front of it. And yes, the vine does have to get some therapy (pruning) once or twice a year to deal with it's boundary issues with the rhody.
I agree with everyone about the meconopsis (blue poppy))! I think that they are just one of the most interesting plants out there.
Actually, in theory, most of you should be able to grow the meconopsis in your area(s). There's a lot of discrepancy amongst resources about what their hardiness zones are. Most say either zones 5-8 or 6-9. Many have reported being able to grow them in zone 4. My sister, in zone 5, has had two now for going on 3 years. Then most say that they are biennial and that they will reseed themselves so you don't have to replant. But some experts from their native areas say perennials, but with the right soil combination for them to do that. Who knows!!!The deal for them is definitely in the growing conditions: shade, excellent drainage, wind protection, some sun, no mold/mildew, loose soil...etc,etc,etc.. I had had 4 or 5 of them that been able to grow for 5 or 6 years and then somebody backed their vehicle over them last year! I wasn't sure if I wanted to cry or hurt them! So the one that's in the pot will be planted here soon and let go to seed in it's new home!
Victor:
My Blushing Lady ...
The color of the petals on the Blushing Lady tulips is so
dainty and delicate, but they look more yellow than did yours.
It's a bit chilly this morning, so the flower isn't wanting to open.
That's OK with me. Perhaps then the blooms will last longer.
This is NOT my yard but I wish it was. Found this on HGTV rate my space. Isn't it beautiful!?
The backyard of this house.
Now, there's a cottage!
I wish it was my place, too. So pretty and peaceful.
It's okay - if stunning is your thing...
I prefer drab myself....
In all honesty, I prefer 'paid for'!
Stunning works for me. but, paid for is definitely better!!!
Wha, here is a picture of leaves of my Uki at home. The leaves on the right side of the picture do get a little more filtered light the the leaves on the left side of the picture, which as you can see it does make a difference.
again for wha!....Here's another pic of it that is about the be representaion of the light scenario for it. In the middle of the picture there is a Rhody that has just one very light pink bloom on it; just to the left and and peeking out from behind a cedar tree is my Uki. I think that I took that picture around 5 or 6 in the afternoon, and it wasn't clear blue skies either.
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let's see... what else is going on today. Rhody purple splendour has finally opened up!
I'm not exactly sure which rhody ( I have only a few to keep up with ;-) this one is but all of the blooms on all the branches, with one exception, look like this.
and this is the one exception. It's a very sweet looking bloom and the buds are even a darker color. I'm not sure that I would like it as a plant in itself, but I think that I may try it after I have seen it do that at least once more. Darn it, I really wanted to prune that branch after it bloomed too! It's going to look really odd for a while.... all the other branches 4' tall and that one will be 7'. :-p
Very nice Shelly. Did you say how much property you have? Sorry if you did and I forgot!
The No ID Heuchera from awhile back is 'Creme Brulee' and the fern that I wasn't sure on the ID is Athyrium 'Ghost.'
Here is the variegated Weigela in bloom...it's so unusual.
Variegated Weigela in bloom already? Amazing!
How lucky you are, Thom. Your hosta are beautiful.
Wish this was mine! Neighbor's (old) azalea. Incredible.
Stachys Macrantha from Seneca Hill
mature height 12" new plant this year.
Will look good with nastuerteums and Dutch Red orienpets
SORRY we have no sun nor will we for a few more days.
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Good Morning. Ok, even you are allowed to forget something now and then Victor! No, I didn't mention it in this group of threads.... I think:-p I think that the only place that I mentioned it was the thread titled "how I got started gardening..." or something like that. There's a little over an acre here that I play on.
Nice Weigelia and azalea. great colors.
Victor-Can't you "borrow" a stem and try to root it? lol Or simply ask...never hurt to try.
I realize this might be the wrong thread but I can't remember who posts the pictures of Hummingbirds.
I just bought two feeders and need to know the ratio of sugar to water for the nectar.
ANYBODY
DUUUUHHH
There is a reciepe in the box.
I do plan to ask, Thom. I have the 'rooter pot' system that works pretty well. Gives you a good size plant to start with. You save a year or two.
redchic thanks for the pics of uki - it will help me deffinently help me find the right spot for mine. I'll be walking in circles as I received two more yesterday and two others due in tomorrow (JM envy created by Victor's pics). I have homes planned for only two so far and uki is not one of them. there will be a lot of yard scouting this weekend.
How often do you get to see bigfoot? Those Cedars look great.
Bill
For Amy........
