- Two Julia Child roses (a floribunda type with lovely yellow blossoms and a hint of licorice scent when flowers are warmed by the sun - so said the plantsman who sold them to me!)
-a Confederate Jasmine which I hope will happily clamber up and completely cover the lattice screening at the bottom of my porch. It will remind us of it's presence in the spring with a delightful delicate scent. One garden writer said, of this popular southern vine, which is also called a star jasmine...
On moonlit nights the warm spring breeze wafts exotic fragrances about that summon me outdoors to witness thousands of tiny white star-like blossoms glowing in the full moonlight.
- a Gardenia. More delicious fragrance
- a couple of penstemmons for the terrace. My Fine Gardening magazine said this is one perennial everyone should have in the cutting garden. Soon I will.
- a Lady's Mantle. I used to have huge gorgeous Lady's Mantles in my Massachusetts front garden but they haven't done well for me in NC. I'm trying again. I cannot resist the beauty of this plant in the early morning with dew glistening on her crimped edge leaves. Please, dear Lady, grow for me this time.
- Basil. Lots. For pesto, of course.
- Peppers. Lots. Different varieties. Because I love them and they are always prolific in my garden.
- Cherry and Roma tomatoes
- Pickling cucs
- Parsley, chives, mint. I can never really have enough herbs. There is really nothing like walking out in your garden, picking herbs, and bringing them in to use in your meal. I am a much happier and more creative cook when I have fresh herbs at hand.
I have my work cut out for me when I get these plants home. Dirt under the fingernails kind of work. I can't wait!
Mama and I admiring the wacky garden sculptures made from garden implements and other household items. Very fun. I love that little rooster with his rake tail and fork comb.
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