They say everything has it's season and this is definitely theirs.
Above & Below: David Austin 'Charles Darwin'
Opens a buttery yellow then fades to a lovely antique cream:
Fabulous fragrance too, though none in the garden are as deliciously scented as 'Lady Emma Hamilton:'
I recommend you buy them in standard form ~ that puts the blooms at the perfect height for inhaling...
which you will want to do often....
I bought two standards, one for either side of the outdoor fireplace. When they're in bloom, there's never a time I walk past that I don't stop to take a breath. :)
My all-time favorite rose, 'Abraham Darby' hasn't opened yet but soon.
Meanwhile 'Crown Princess Margareta' was the first David Austin to open in the back border.
She was bought solely for her beautiful apricot/yellow coloring:
The same way 'Jubilee Celebration' was bought just for being 'pink:'
A popular color in the garden these days.
Everything is still so pretty. Green and lush as it is in June before the heat of summer zaps that freshness away.
Above and Below: Siberian Iris 'Pink Haze'
The last of the peonies this year, 'Westerner:'
and finally, someone just wanted to say "hi:"
She's decided she likes my daughters wheelchair. Wouldn't you know, I can't wait for the day we don't need it and she's going to miss it!
Your roses are stunning Kathleen! I am going to have to get Charles Darwin - it's a beauty! Your Lady Emma's look great too! Love the Iris and mostly love that beautiful kitty! So happy you are able to post again - I love your pics and your descriptions!
Posted by: Dana | June 24, 2014 at 06:38 PM
All those David Austins, I'm quite jealous! I lost so many roses over the winter that I feel like my rose garden is having a rebuilding year, like a sports team. I did plant Abraham Darby, he's doing well, but oh so small. I don't think we'll see any blooms this year, but who knows. I didn't think I'd see any roses at all, but the survivors have rebounded nicely. I hope your daughter is soon back to 100%!
Posted by: Robin | June 28, 2014 at 03:02 PM
Your Roses are stunning! Mine were a little stunted this year because the yard is overly lush and shady this year (interesting problem to have, I know). Anyway, they didn't get as much early summer sun as they like so the new growth is heavy, but the blooms are light. The beauty of Roses is mesmerizing, and your photos sure do them justice!
Posted by: Beth @ PlantPostings | July 01, 2014 at 10:57 AM