I really must say, ’twas a lovely May For we seized the chance to travel in France. So don’t you go feeling sorry for me, Cause I’m just home from les villes fleuris… I also went to Germany too. There’s so very much to share with you, But I’ll stick with the subject of the blog today And show the gardens of Clos Lucé…. Are … Continue reading Chez Leonardo
I bet you’ve heard of English Cottage Gardens. Or Japanese Water Gardens. Perhaps you are familiar with Les Jardins Français. But have you heard about the new gardening rage springing from the heart of America? Introducing…. The Great American Weed Garden. Utterly unplanned yet perfectly blended… A study in form and structure… Mother Nature’s shapes and colors… Blending in brilliant harmony. Yes, my friends. The Great American Weed Garden is truly … Continue reading The Great American Weed Garden
Ah, November. Aren’t you sweet? Though tough, you share the occasional treat. Like a fiery sky, the blazing sun set. Or a Saturday snow, all heavy and wet. And then you’re so kind to share the first sight Of a clear blue sky all trimmed in white. November pictures from the kitchen door……… Continue reading Sunsets and Snowfall
In front of the house, down over the hill There’s a whole world all of it’s own. A flower does bloom and the air is still A flower whose name is not known. I know what you think, I should know its name As a million are blooming right here. But I don’t know much, bluster’s my game Nice photos, green thumb and good cheer. … Continue reading The Mystery Flower of the Enchanted Wood
What is it about the middle of May That seems to hold other colors at bay? Most of the flowers out in plain site are colored with shades of purple or white. Now I know you must think I’m a dishonest fellow For you hardly could miss this here one of yellow… But your trust I do beg, my counsel please heed. Seriously Dude! This … Continue reading The Season of Purple and White
When Winter is done and the fiery sun crosses to the Northern Hemisphere We seek out a reason to believe in the season, A Sure-Fire Sign that Spring is here. Bloodroot comes to light Blooming in white Nature’s own ressurection Then the spring beauty And this little cutie We’re headed in the right direction! The daffodils show Catching a glow The quintessential sign of Spring. … Continue reading Sure-Fire Signs of Spring
The leaves are now down The warmth becomes dear. I gladly recall the fabulous year. Twas a beautiful fall, spring, summer and all. Now we move on With a wink and a cheer. Yes, my friends, it has been a beautiful fall. Stacked upon a lovely spring and a sensational summer. We did it! Six months of great weather strung together in central Indiana, middle … Continue reading The Fabulous Fall
Now THIS is summer… A real feel good kind of summer… When the livin’ is easy, as they say… And the gardens are happy. When the big summer bloomers settle in for the long haul… And the bugs live off the fat of the land, Eating to their hearts’ content. Yep! THIS is summer… When Mary begins to feel overwhelmed…. While she rejoices in the … Continue reading Now THIS is Summer!
Here’s to wishing you health and good cheer, On this, the longest day of the year. If you live in the southern hemisphere, Remember the light! Spring draws near. Continue reading Summer Solstice, 2014
Summer Light.My Delight.Kind of Day.Kind of Night. Continue reading June 7, 2014 – Summer Light
In Jim's Garden 