Monday, April 11, 2011

Early April and the color is everywhere.

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.

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  1. This is a Peach with Bridal Wreath Spiraea (Spiraea prunifolia) in the foreground blowing in the wind.flowering shrubs

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