Memorial Day

I hope you are flying your American flag today. Our flag stands for our freedom. Many men and women have given us this freedom by giving their lives so we could be free. Today we honor those who gave so much, and for those who are now serving or who have served this great country. Thank you!

California Poppies

California Poppies are blooming in my garden. Planted from seeds last year, they are doing well. They self sow, so I should have lots more next year.

Blooming in my garden

This is what is blooming in my garden now. It is an Amaryllis. I had heard that in NC you could get them to bloom in a garden, but I never expected it to happen for me. I love being back in NC!!

Oxalis

This has become my favorite "new" little plant. It's an Oxalis. It does very well here in the humid South and blooms most of the summer. It is a rugged little plant that only gets about 6-8 inches high. Lovely!!

Cross Vine

This is the Cross Vine we planted last Spring. It has finished blooming but I thought I'd show it so you could see what it looks like. Humming birds like it. It easily grows up anything.

Visit to Charleston SC

Recently I made a visit to Charleston SC with my sister and two cousins. We had a lovely visit with a horse drawn carriage ride. The horse's name was Cooper and he knew all the best places to take us for a garden home tour. Come join me for a few pictures of this visit.