Happy September! A few summer annuals are beginning to fade and so I thought this was a good time for a garden walk.
See the slender green pods on the milkweed? Before long, they will split open and spread dandelion-like seeds (at which time I plan to harvest and dry the entire pod for decorative purposes). The butterflies and I love the bright orange flowers which have graced the plant all summer.
Rudbeckia, zinnias and snapdragons are still going strong! They make great cut flowers.
These two pictures were actually taken last month when the red and purple bee balm (above) and daisies (below) were in their full glory. They have now faded.
These petunias looked mighty full and vibrant when I snapped this picture, but the late August conditions have zapped them. If you were to see the planter in person today, you would agree that they are past their prime.
Since this picture was taken, the hydangeas have begun drying in place. In fact, it's time for me to begin snipping blossoms to use in the house.
We have many varieties of coneflowers in the yard, but I especially like this small, but mighty one which has bloomed all summer!
The large heron (visible in the left upper corner) is a metal yard sculpture that my parents gave me many years ago. We store him over the winter months, so he has held up well.
See the cute little bee visiting the trumpet vine flower? This plant is from a start that came from my grandparents' yard 30 years ago!
Have a blessed day!