Lilac Wonder (Tulipa bakeri), a hybrid of the original wild Persian tulip naturalizes very well in Zone 7. These were planted five years ago and continue to impress.
Korean Spice Viburnum was a new edition this season. Can't wait until they reach 10 feet, covered in flowers. I'd say they rival Lilac on the pungent aroma scale.... if there is such as thing.
Speaking of Lilac, the Declaration variety is blooming nicely this spring. It's still needs a few seasons to mature. I planted it with five classic French Lilacs so I'm hoping for quite a nose full in a few years.
Another new addition this season is Creeping Phlox. We planted about 10 interspersed with Petite Delight Bee Balm for multi-season color.
Good ol' Azaleas. Slow as molasses to grow but their spring display is hard to beat.
I've said it before and I'll say it again. Peaches in bloom give Cherries a run for their money.
This is a Peach with Bridal Wreath Spiraea (Spiraea prunifolia) in the foreground blowing in the wind.
Yellow Emperor Tulips can't be beat. In zone 7, they are the hardiest of the Fosteriana group. This set was planted 4 years ago in partial shade and still comes back strong.
This is our first year with Korean Spice Viburnum (viburnum carlesii). The fragrance is strong but not overpowering. Think spicy gardenia without the heaviness. They get quite large so we will probably plant 5 or so this season to fill in the gaps and create a nice backdrop for a patio.
A pink Bleeding Hearts (Dicentra spectabilis) happy on a Spring morning. This is an unusual plant that grows quickly, blooms heavily, and dies back to the ground when the summer heat arrives.
Magnolia Betty flowers have a nice light citrus scent. Can't wait for this tree to mature.
