Zen and the Art of Persian Tulips

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.