Here’s a peek at what I promise will come.
In truth, I have been spending every free moment in my own garden. February is Spring in my AZ garden. Its also my birthday month, Valentine’s Day, and a month filled with family memories.
I go into my garden to save my sanity, to focus on what is good, what is beautiful, and to lower my blood pressure. Perhaps you can relate. But look what I have found.
My Olive trees received their annual haircut. My citrus trees have flourished with beautiful fruit, and I have plenty to share.
My spider lily is bursting into bloom. It will soon need to be dug up and divided. That is a huge project.
Since my garden is watered by drip irrigation and the well-designed system has aged, there have been some big leaks that require immediate attention. Then, because I want flowers everywhere, I have frequently added emitters here and there. This bad habit of mine throws off the pressure balance, so the water flow can be uneven, leaving some struggling transplants.
Still, right now it is glorious. Dutch Iris in Purple and white are blooming, and Alyssum in the same colors is spreading into carpets, sending its sweet fragrance into the evening air.
The tangerine cross vine is just beginning to flower.
Lady Banks Roses are just beginning to bloom against the backdrop of the deep yellow fence.
I had some visitors in the garden these past few days. They enjoy the beauty and seem to gasp at the number and variety of plants they see. Then the question of how much work this must require to care for it. It does require attention, and some days I feel quite weary but everyday I feel delighted. Life is a balance.
Your garden is always beautiful. Thank you for sharing
Delighted you enjoyed it
Love the pictures, Linda! Rich looks like a good assistant.
Rich is a terrific assistant!
Your garden is one of my favorite places ❤️
It’s even better when you’re here
So lush & colorful! Obviously a labor of love. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for “visiting” by reading along
You are an artist in your own right.
I’m painting with plants!
Oh, to get on a flight and wander through with you! So lovely. Almost as lovely as you and Rich are. Truly, Sherry
I’m so happy you have been here to enjoy it!
Simply lovely. I endeavor to get my garden to the level of yours. The path to get there is a joy
Thank you so much. My garden is my happy place. I hope yours makes you happy too
You’re the voice of authority, alright when it comes to talking about gardens!! Yours, too, is a genuine delight–thank you so much for sharing this, it so brightens our hearts!!
I truly believe the best view of our world is from a garden.
Linda, Thank you for sharing your garden pictures. It is always an inspiration to me. I hope to do better with my semi-arid land!
So nice to hear from you Karen. I beginning to think semi-arid is our new normal.
Hi Linda, Your garden, as usual, is a delight to see.
No matter what is happening in the world around us,
gardens make us realize what a wonderful place we
all live in. Thank you!
Yea, finding the small beauties every day is so grounding.
I really enjoyed the many glimpses into your glorious garden. It’s a lovely place to share far and wide. The big, stunning gardens that you visit around the world are very appreciated yet your garden is so appealing and inviting. Thanks for inviting us in.
Thank you for “visiting” my garden by reading along.
Linda, I certainly agree with every response you have received. Your garden is so beautiful and, living here in the desert, I understand the effort it takes to create it.
Thank you, it’s a challenge for sure. Now 92 degrees on March 1. What’s ahead?
Thank you for sharing your beautiful garden with us – in these very troubled times it lifts our spirits , gives us hope and brings us all sunshine and joy.
Just looking at the pictures of your garden is soothing and calming. The colors are terrific. Thanks for the refreshment.
And don’t we need calm and soothing in today’s world.