I have been thinking about cataloging my gardens so I have everything plotted out, like when to fertilize, prune, when it blooms, etc. I also plan to add more plants, so they come up when other plants are done with their growth cycle. I know- by looking at the place, it's hard to imagine where I'll find a spot for more plants.

Trust me. I will.

I decided to take some pictures today to start the process. I don't imagine I'll get 'round to actually doing the cataloging work until crappy weather sets in. I find myself outside more often than not, if I'm not working- so that doesn't bode well for getting the project done anytime soon.

I spent a good deal of time in my gardens today and kept getting goosebumps. This is hard to imagine, I'm sure, since it was about 90 degrees today. I just felt so grateful that I have this yard to come home to every day and the colors just thrilled me. It's an awful lot of work to keep it up, but worth every minute. I honestly don't mind the hours I spend in weeding, clipping and pruning. I've even quit being afraid of bees. I'm surrounded by bees when I'm working in the gardens, but we leave each other alone.

This is our first summer in this yard, and every month brings something new. I have lots of things that haven't bloomed yet and I'm eagerly waiting to see what they turn out to be.

The picture below, in particular, makes me laugh. We're growing an accidental 'crop' of corn, thanks to the squirrels. I've decided to leave it because it makes me chuckle every time I see it.


I caught my reflection in one of the windows as I was wandering around, and snapped this photo. I thought it turned out kind of interesting- even though it's blurry. Oh, and by the way- the bearded eye-roller HATES this hat. Too bad for him. It's my new gardening hat and I plan to wear it a LOT. I might even wear it to bed.


Anyway, feel free to wander around in my gardens. I'm sure you'll enjoy your stay.