Garden Wonders: Texas & Vancouver
In our fast-paced days, sometimes the most restorative thing we can do is simply pause…and look around. No matter where you are, taking a minute to observe nature can shift your whole day!
I recently spent time in two different garden areas…one in the dry warmth of Texas, the other in the cool green of Vancouver. Both have their own rhythm and their own kind of beauty.
This post is a quick look at what caught my eye in each place…
Gardens in Texas
Our grandson asked us to bring two things to Texas; 1) our cowboy boots, and 2) our “big cameras.”
He wanted to take us on a photo tour through their neighborhood…I’m not sure if the cowboy boots were to be worn during the tour or not? lol
I have not worn cowboy boots in YEARS…and even though I still have a pair in my closet…it turns out they no longer fit. Go Figure! So…we split the request between us…I took my big camera, and Tim took his cowboy boots! Mission accomplished!
Otto used my phone to capture the beginning of the neighborhood tour!
Stroll along with us and enjoy the sights!
I think Otto and I won the slow walking award! He and I were easily distracted by all the interesting things along the route!
Can you find the photo bomber?
Our Garden in Vancouver
The dogwoods and azaleas were in full bloom when we returned.
Our skinny little magnolia tree produced more blooms than ever before! It will soon be transplanted to a new location before it is swallowed-up by the California Lilac.
The “hostas in the pots” survived another winter and are thriving!
Purple Columbine and Autumn Joy also returned from last year!
as well as the Honeywort…a fascinating plant…
The first of many allium blooms are just about to burst open, and hostas are emerging all around the yard…each in a different stage of unfurling.
Mother Nature’s artistry is mind-blowing!
In the cut flower garden…the tulips have come and gone and now it’s time for the ranunculus to take center stage.
Rain drops on Roses…literally!
…and ladybugs
Bleeding hearts, candy-tuff, and snowball blooms!
Centaurea is one of my favorite early bloomers!
And…last but not least…the beautiful pink Japanese Pieris!
Thanks for joining the tour!
Watching the garden wake up, one plant at a time is very exciting. Every day brings a small shift, a new leaf, or the hint of color, and it’s a good reminder to get outside and observe what’s happening!
Don’t miss a minute of the magic!
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