Happy Canada Day 2025
It's going to be hot again today. DH has been rigging up various large umbrellas to create shade for our BBQ this afternoon. The existing covered part is too crowded now when we all get together. I guess we never envisioned our family being so numerous ( but we wouldn't wish it any differently💗).
I was outside early watering some of my Hostas and flowers. I don't mind hand watering because then I notice what needs deadheading and what needs propping up. It also give me a chance to stand and admire what is at its best at this time. Today it was the row of red Astilbes. I cut a few tall spikes to augment a bouquet on the dining room table. My picture doesn't capture the intense red that they are.
Another perennial that is doing well is the Lysimachia Punctata or Yellow Loosestrife.
It is considered invasive in some areas of Canada and attention must be paid to make sure it doesn't escape our gardens. Many years ago I was given a couple of small plants of Lysimachia "Alexander" which had lovely variegated leaves and for years I was able to pull out any that reverted to solid green. Eventually they did all revert in spite of my efforts.
Last picture is the lavender that looked so woody and unattractive in spring.
Thanks for coming by.
