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Phlox

Posted on August 11, 2020 by hernibs

Phlox paniculata  ‘Purple Flame’ (pink) ‘David’ (white) Planted. Perennial.  Strong upright plants to 22” tall. Likes full sun to light shade. Feed bonemeal in spring. Water when dry.  Dislike being transplanted.  Improved by pinching out growing tip of the tallest … Continue reading →

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Foxglove

Posted on July 11, 2020 by hernibs

Foxglove (Witch’s Thimble) Digitalis purpurea Figwort family. Biennial wild herb to 6’ high. Natural. Grow all over our yard. Stems: stout, Leaves: soft and hairy Flowers: in long inflorescences, tubular, purple to white, with purple spots inside the throat, drooping … Continue reading →

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Scented yard

Posted on April 22, 2020 by hernibs

Mornings when I step out the door, the air is heavily scented from hyacinth blossoms and cherry tree blooms.  Add a touch of salt air and it’s heavenly.

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Allium in the Rose Garden

Posted on May 21, 2019 by hernibs

Allium Atropurpureum (Ornamental Garlic) Symbolizes good fortune and prosperity, unity, humility and patience.

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Sweet Violets

Posted on May 21, 2017 by hernibs

Sweet Violets spill out onto the grassy paths and line the edges of the garden.  

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Promises of Spring

Posted on February 19, 2016 by hernibs

I discovered this purple primrose in a tub of rosemary, like reminding me that spring is not far away.

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Berries In November

Posted on November 29, 2015 by hernibs

Callicarpa berries, growing in front of the seawall down the beach from my daughter’s. Surprising and Brilliant spot of colour along the beach.

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Perennials

Posted on June 8, 2015 by hernibs

Of all the flowers in my garden I love perennials the most to be ensured that they’ll return I need not be the perfect host. ©1988 Sharron R. McMillan

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Iris Blooming

Posted on May 20, 2015 by hernibs
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Scent of Heaven

Posted on May 2, 2015 by hernibs

Purple Lilac. There is no scent quite like it. It is the scent of spring and the scent of heaven. ©2015 Sharron R. McMillan

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