Newbie continuing to learn lessons about wsing (pics)

19 years ago

Haven't been on the forum for the past month. My son and his family came from Okinawa and spent the month of July with me. He helped me so much--trimming trees, new roof and my barn storage building, planting large shrubs and trees that I hadn't been able to do--it was wonderful. And, of course, I had a wonderful time with my two grandkids, Emily - 14, and Bradley - 12.

I was origionally disappointed in some of my WS flowers because they are mostly green leaves growing--(I planted too many perennial and not enough annuals, but I will correct that next year and can't wait to see all my perennials in bloom.)

Here are a few pictures of my new beds, they look beautiful to me, even if there is not enough color yet.

{{gwi:337702}}

{{gwi:337703}}

{{gwi:337704}}

{{gwi:337705}}

{{gwi:337706}}

{{gwi:337708}}

{{gwi:337710}}

{{gwi:337711}}

This is one of my favorite flowers, I will plant many, many more next year. I also gave two of my friends lots for their yards...impatients do wonderful here and bloom so long--until the first frost!!! Next year I am going to try the balsum variety. Got to find some seeds to order.

I also love my hosta bed--I ordered these at the end of last year's growing season, and all but one came back up.

And last, but not least are these two plants called Cat's Whiskers which I got when I went to a native plant class last year. I love them, and so do the butterfly's and humming birds.

I enjoy this forum so much, I can't wait until it cools off so I can work in my yard again. I have so much weeding, etc. that I need to do. I sure have enjoyed everybody's pictures--keep them coming!!! Also hope I have not taken up too much space and your time.

Jeane

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (10)

sebastian
19 years ago
Jeane,
There's a saying about perennials; the first year they sleep, the second they creep and the third year they leap. You will be surprised by the way it will fill out in that time. I like the way you laid out your beds.
Have fun,
Barbie
kqcrna
19 years ago
Jeane: Next year and thereafter you will be so happy to have all those perennials. They will most likely reward you for years to come.

The new beds are beautiful. Do post updates for us next year so we can see them with the perennials in bloom.

Karen
Related Professionals
Athens Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Bowling Green Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Aurora Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Champaign Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Saginaw Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Bridgeport Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Cheyenne Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Dothan Landscape Contractors · Washington Landscape Contractors · Santa Barbara Landscape Contractors · Pittsburg Stone, Pavers & Concrete · Wilmington Stone, Pavers & Concrete · Nashua Stone, Pavers & Concrete · Phoenix Stone, Pavers & Concrete · Calgary Stone, Pavers & Concrete
mo_girl
19 years ago
Wow, everything looks beautiful! It is so green and lush. A lot of my stuff is getting dried out since it's been over 100 degrees for days now.

I think you are a gardener, not a wannabe ;)
vera_eastern_wa
19 years ago
Yeah, no doubt....get rid of the want-to-be part of your name! You are doing a terrific job!!! Love you Caladium!

Vera
pitimpinai
19 years ago
That is a very beautiful garden, Jeane. Yup, get rid of that part of your name. Be patient. Next year, it will fill out.

I have 3 large Hosta that I need to divide: 'Elegans', Sum & Substance' and Plantaginea. I can send you a piece of each for postage if you are interested. PLMK I will have a lot of Dahlia tubers to share as well.
I also have a garden full of perennials that I am thinning out..especially Monarda 'Gardenview Scarlet' and many other stuffs.
glok
19 years ago
Jeane,
Your gardens are wonderful! I really like the way you have laid them out so well! I wish I could do that but I'm just not organized!

glo
bulbs
19 years ago
Hello - I have some seeds willing to send for SASE (up to 6 packs). Among those on hand are Balsam impatiens camilla - asst colors. Let me know soon if you are going to send a SASE so I'll set them aside for you.
michelleleematthews
19 years ago
Very beautiful beds Jeane! I can't wait until my 3 trees in my front yard get big enough to where I can plant around them like that!
susan926
19 years ago
Jeane,

The beds are amazing, just beautiful I especially like the stone dividers. Our motto is always " wait for next year"!!!!
giverny4me
19 years ago
Hi Jeanne
Your beds are looking great! I love your cat's whiskers. I had some but they didn't come back this year. I like the combination of red impatiens and the caladiums:)

It's nice your family was in for a long visit I hope you are feeling well.

Susan/Giverny