Autumn Chores

I long for the bulbs to arrive,

for the early Autumn chores are melancholy,

but the planting of bulbs is the work of hope and is always thrilling.

May Sarton

Tulip bulbs

Warning–Shocking Photos

Shocking Pink!

The celosia was a tough flower for me this year.

With nearly 50 little plants started in the greenhouse,

I struggled to get roots to form.

Once in the ground in The Pickery, I lost even more in the heat.

Only 10 or so flowers bloomed–but oh my…

Look at this shocking pink flower.

You may need your shades to view these beauties!