Backyard in Bloom

Things are finally blooming in our backyard... now that it is almost June. Here are some photos of things I've planted, hanging baskets, and even some things I didn't even know were there.

These Fushias and Trailing Petunias are in hanging baskets under the eves of the Gazebo

Last weekened I was browsing the perennials section at Lowes and came across a beautiful Variegated Wallflower. I had heard of a wallflower before, but had never seen one. The different colored blooms and the two-toned striped leaves were so pretty and different from anything else in my garden, I had to buy one. I decided to plant it between the two peonies I had previously planted.

Last year we transplanted a lilac bush that was growing in the middle of the area where we built the dog kennel. It was getting large and we wanted to give the dogs more space. I had heard that lilacs are pretty hearty when transplanted so I was not too concerned about the shrub dying. However, it didn't bloom last year and I was concerned that I may have done something wrong when moviing it. This is why I was so pleased when it popped into full bloom this year. It smells lovely! Take a look...



I was also very suprised by these Lilies of the Valley that I found growing in a corner of the yard. I had no idea what they were until the little white flowers bloomed. They are growing next to one of the paths that the pups use regularly so I am suprised that they have not been thuroughly trampled.

I also thought it would be nice to bring some of the garden into the gazebo, so I planted some white impatiens in planters to complement the decor.

More to come soon I'm sure