Spring makes its own statement, so loud and clear that the gardener seems to be only one of the instruments, not the composer. ~Geoffrey B. Charlesworth
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| Violet Viola missourensis |
Today, it was nice to finally get outside and take inventory of what is occurring in my garden. After three years my mountain laurel decided to bloom.
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| Texas Mountain Laurel Sophora secundiflora |
It is one of my favorite trees. It is a good size only reaching 10-20' with a 8-12' spread. The fragrant blooms are heavenly. It smells like grape bubble gum.
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| Hymenoxys Four Nerve Daisy Tetraneuris scaposa |
Also, I spotted a few of the four nerve daisies. They are such happy little flowers.
It is not spring yet...however it sure feels like it on certain days in Austin. I am only an instrument in my garden and spring like weather has brought forth a symphony of color and life.
I can't wait to get outside and start "playing" my part.
Also, a special note of thanks for the support, prayers and well wishes for my dad and his health.
I appreciate it so much!
There's no place like Austin, Texas! In this gardening blog, I have tried to focus mainly on native and adapted plants for Central Texas! I think it is the true secret to a successful garden in this great state!
10 comments:
I'm SO jealous of your Mountain Laurel...just glorious!
Yea!Your mountain laurel is blooming. I've been watching ours for buds. Some have them and some don't:) I'm adding the 4 nerve daisy to my list of plants I want!
Wow, the mountain laurel is gorgeous. Hmmm, I wonder if it grows in West Texas. Must find out.
Yay!! The mountain laurel is gorgeous!
I love the mountain laurel, don't see many here in Fort Worth.
Oh Amy the Mountain Laurel is so beautiful! Spring has come to your area.
I love the Mountain Laurel. Really need to get one.
Thanks for sharing yours.
Mountain laurel flowers mean spring is almost upon us. It won't be long now.
Texas Mountain Laurel is a really pretty plant. At first glance I thought it was a lilac.
Loving your laurel. We have one ...off hand not sure what kind, too soon to bloom here.
Yes, today is a great day to take inventory.
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