another reason we love June, right? Always something new bursting into flower. After a soggy weekend (2+ inches of rain) and cold temperatures (highs in the 50's) I'm sure the garden will enjoy a warm up this week just like me. My latest blooms are the 'Sarah Bernhardt' peonies ~ my only other peony aside from 'Bowl of Beauty.'
I usually end up cutting 'Sarah's' blooms and bringing them indoors (the only flower in my garden, besides lilacs, I do that with). If I don't, I miss out on that delicious scent. The flowers usually flop over anyway and can no way be appreciated with heads bent like they are when viewed in an arrangement.
Yesterday I also finally planted my (garden tour) Sibirica Iris purchase 'Caesar's Brother:'
It's mostly a clump of foliage, only having two blooms/buds left. But that's okay, it's for next years garden not this one ~ you know how that advance planning works.
Also just opening, Clematis 'Snow Queen':
She is new to the garden as well so I don't have high expectations from her this year. I do expect more from Clematis 'Multi Blue' who was planted last season and I don't think I'm going to be disappointed:
Already she's doing a good job brightening up the trellis, don't you think? A closer look:
and a longer shot ~ with the zinnia wheelbarrow in the foreground:
You can't help but smile with views like this at your doorstep.
If the weather forecast is correct, today is our last day in sweatshirts then we're going to quickly return to 90 degrees. It's been a shocking roller coaster to say the least. I, for one, am ready for the sun (as always!)
Everything looks beautiful! Those clematis are lovely and I have peony envy over.... well you know!
Posted by: Sheila | June 14, 2010 at 09:38 AM
Your weather is really up and down. I'm beginning to think we'll never stay in the 70's for more than once every couple of weeks.
Your flowers all look fresh and beautiful. I love that Peony, that's one I've always wanted to grow. 'Multi Blue' is another plant I just love, it looks great!
BTW I planted 'Josephine' in the ground and it seems much happier there, now I just need a bigger support for it to grow on.
Posted by: Catherine | June 14, 2010 at 10:09 AM
I guess the weather is crazy all over the country. We had the 4th warmest spring on record whatever that means.
Your Multi Blue looks way better than mine ever did. Mine was darker and produced a few pretty blooms but mostly the blooms were very low on the vine and there were not many.
My Sarah Bernhardt bloomed for the first time this spring. The blooms looked awfully pale. Wonder if I have the right plant.
Marnie
Posted by: marnie | June 14, 2010 at 11:52 AM
Oh I love Snow Queen too, I have her planted with Dr Ruppel in my garden. I cut my Sandra Bernhardt Peonies this year too, the bouquet was heavenly for days. Caesar's Blue, what a good find. :)
Posted by: Racquel | June 15, 2010 at 02:56 AM
I smile too when I see your wonderful blooms. So glad it is warming up there.
Posted by: tina | June 15, 2010 at 07:27 AM
It has been cool and rainy here for days so I haven't had to water much! I love the images of 'Sarah Bernhardt' and 'Caesar's Brother'.
Posted by: Kala | June 15, 2010 at 02:41 PM
Sorry about the bad weather! We've been so hot, steamy and muggy already that you would think it was August in the south. Lots of rain has been welcome, the lawn looks fabulous and I never have to water! Your garden always looks so lovely, wish it was mine!
Posted by: RobinL | June 15, 2010 at 06:57 PM
'Sarah Bernhardt' is such a wonderful peony. You couldn't pack any more petals onto a flower. Mine is still at the bud stage, and providing interest for the ants, but not for me yet. They entice you out into the garden for a sniff when finally open.
Multi Blue has a fantastic colour and shape.
Posted by: Northern Shade | June 15, 2010 at 08:15 PM