February
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| Crocus are always the first to bloom bringing hope of winter's end. |
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| The crocus were soon covered by a foot of snow! |
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| The daffodil season began in March |
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| Due to a cooler spring, the daffodils had a much longer bloom time. |
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| A very late ice storm brought beauty and devastation to the garden. |
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| Spring was rather slow in coming. Below-This crabapple tree bloomed, but other trees did not. |
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| Spring finally settles in |
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| There were fewer lilac blooms, but they were lovely |
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| The poppy season is brief but cherished. |
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| Yes, we all need to stop and smell the roses. The scent is quite delightful. |
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| The bloom of the Missouri Primrose is one of my favorites. Below: This David Austin rose has brought me so much joy over the years. |
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| Lilies add an elegance to the garden. |
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| Nothing says "Kansas" like our glorious sunflowers. |
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| Hibiscus bloom in spite of sweltering heat. |
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| August brought rain and an end to a two-year drought--the flowers loved it! |
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| Sweet Autumn Clematis has thousands of tiny blooms. |
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| Autumn Joy Sedum is one of my favorite plants. It looks good in all seasons, even winter, but it really shines in the fall. |
October
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| Brilliant berries on the pyracantha bush help bid a fond farewell to the gardening season. |
Beautiful! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteLinda