Thursday, June 23, 2011

Through Rose Colored Glasses

I walked the garden after work.   I didn't look down at the weeds or the mayhem created by the fig tree's fall from grace.

I looked at what was blooming instead of what wasn't.

There is much that is pink.  Am I wild about those mauve lilies?  No,but I'm wild about the friend who gave them to me so they stay.



Did I believe those tiny bulbs I planted this spring and almost forgot about ( thank god for rain) would turn into a potfull of pineapple lilies?  No, but how fabulous are they? ( no thanks to me)



Did I expect the African foxgloves to reseed and return ( wherever they damn well wanted)?  No, but I scattered seeds and crossed my fingers.



Do I mean to have fields of yarrow in various shades of pastels? No, but what a tough little bugger this plant is, surviving drought, visiting dogs, and careless postmen.  This yarrow rocks!


As does this one growing among the monarda and hydrangea.


And did I expect to round the corner and find the fig bound and tied with secured with an ingenious assortment of stakes and wire and garden hose?  Well ,yes actually, because GG was home alone for 2 hours and she had a plan. And let's be honest, you all expected it too, didn't you?


So this is how my garden grows, with lucky rainfalls, and windfalls and gifts from friends and a v. clever G.F.

Glass overflowing:)

xo Jane

30 comments:

  1. well i've always wanted a pair of rose colored glasses. you don't need them though b/c your life truly is beautiful. i love the pineapple lillies and i do love the rose colored yarrow. everything looks perfect. take a long shot of the garden one day will ya? i'd love to see the beds from a distance. thanks.

    xo

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  2. Pretty, pretty flowers! Is that a fig tree?

    ciao from Newport Beach

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  3. Just think what GG could do with the Irish economy! Would you send her over? With a bunch of flowers, if customs & excise allows it.

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  4. Hmm, my yarrow was white. I didn't know they came in other colors. So, that would be the UNcommon yarrow?

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  5. I knew that fig tree would get 'the treatment'. Who needs rose colored glasses when you have such a lovely life..and rosy flowers, and such good friends who share!

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  6. Janet, I'll try to but it's hard because I'm right on the street, maybe from the major's 2nd story window....

    Fabiana, Yes, what's left of it. read 2 posts back:)

    Mise, hell I'm coming too. don't we owe you a BQ/

    Karen, It comes in a rainbow of colors, google immediately!

    Shelley, You are so right. Good friends in real and virtual life.xo

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  7. I didn't know Eucomis were that hardy! Heilige Kuh! They are gorgeous.

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  8. Your posts read like a favorite book....I cannot wait to turn the page and read what's coming next. Sounds like a charming life but hardly looks like any mayhem around there!

    Thank you clever G.F. for staking up the fig tree!

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  9. That lily pic doesn't even look real. Amazing.

    I have a similar yarrow but it ranges from very light pink to deep red. It's called Cerise Queen. It's EVERYWHERE in my garden but thankfully easy to pull. In a few more years it's likely to have spread all the way to your garden.

    Looking forward to my jam!! Danke schoen, GG!

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  10. Yay for GG and her clever, tree saving ways!!

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  11. i'd take those glasses any time! your garden looks great. so nice that you can enjoy the fruits of all your hard work. love the mauve lilies, tho!

    the fig will make it! xo

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  12. Looks like your garden and life are goooood. (smile)

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  13. You have a lovely garden and a green thumb and/or dumb luck.

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  14. Marie, i know, you should but a bagful, they are soooo cute when they are tiny. but you probably know that:)

    Sarah, Thanks to up close and personal the mayhem can be ignored. And Janet wants a full body shot? Maybe..

    Steve, Hmm, the one among the monarda does turn a very dark pink...and smells of peach pie, hmmm

    Sherri B., I KNOW!

    Webb, was that a pun, fruits of your labor? No,oh. How are your pineapple lilies doing?

    Denise, This is true. I'm v.lucky. Luckier than most of the world. I have a house and a fridge and food and running water and electricity and I can read and write. I have no problems!

    Sizzle and Zoom, Dumb luck and a smart girlfriend:)

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  15. I particularly love the African foxglove
    Nature is wonderful
    Thanks for sharing
    Helen Tilston

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  16. That is an abundance of beautiful pinkish hues! Your garden must be such a fantastic place to spend time in.
    And you'll be proud of me... I've managed to resurrect the rose bush in my back garden and it has two blooms on it! And... my little herb garden is thriving! My black thumb is turning a bit more green everyday! xo

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  17. Hello Jane:
    Sometimes it is so lovely simply to enjoy the garden, as you have here, without 'seeing' all the jobs to be done. And then, how wonderful, to discover that some in fact have been.

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  18. Some lovely plants Jane and oh the planting with that Monarda, Hydrangea and Yarrow, really lovely,

    Clever GG :) x

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  19. Oh, is it flowers in the house on Monday?.. time seems to be flying by xx

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  20. I love that last thought. Isn't it great when the cup is overflowing ?I'm so there lately and so thankful.Your flowers are beautiful.

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  21. Yes Deb, you're right. Monday Is Flowers In The House! I'll send out a reminder tomorrow. Thanks for your reminder:)

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  22. Lucky lucky you. Just beautiful. Makes me want to hop your fence, lay down a blanket in the middle of your garden, and watch the clouds...
    XOL

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  23. Ahhh! Amazing and beautiful. The yarrow is absolutely stunning!

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  24. I love to see miracles and friendships in the garden. You obviously are blessed with both. Beautiful! (send some rain further south, please?)

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  25. Gorgeous! For the record, I think those mauve lilies are beautiful. And I love that yarrow!

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  26. Love how plants from friends always remind one of them, another lovely thing about a garden! xx

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  27. I love the colour of your day lily, Whatever I buy they all seem to come up only yellow or orange. Summer has yet to arrive in South West England, it's just rain, rain, rain!

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  28. The pineapple lilies have lovely .... green leaves. No sign of a flower anywhere. The ranunculus do have three tiny, little buds tho. My heart goes pitter patter when i think they might grow up to be actual flowers. how are yours?

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  29. Your garden is looking really wonderful Jane. I am a little behind with my reading and have missed 'flowers in the house'.Nevermind, I will look at everyone else's. Love Linda x

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  30. Oh please keep us posted on the status of your fig. Is the fruit still hanging on?

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