A Garden Grows in Colorado - a photo journal: May 2008

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

28 May 2008 - raindrops

My garden prefers raindrops to diamonds.

Friday, May 23, 2008

23 May 2008 - front yard - spring colors

Creeping Phlox

Above and below: Allium

Corkscrew allium leaves (will bloom in summer)

History

In September 2004, I dug up the sod covering the front yard using a pick axe. Then, I covered the dirt with newspaper (a biodegradeable weed barrier) and a thick layer of bark mulch. Finally, I planted a few xeric shrubs, prayed that they would survive the winter and hoped for the best. In 2005, I planted scores of plants - most purchased from High Country Gardens, some generous gifts from gardening friends. In 2006, I added the stepping stones on the left (made from recycled tires), a few shrubs and, in the fall, scores of bulbs - mainly daffodils and allium. In 2007, I realized that I am running out of space and added only a few plants. Mature perennials are large - my garden is getting crowded!

A Garden Grows in Colorado - a photo journal

Saturday, May 31, 2008

31 May 2008 - front yard

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

28 May 2008 - raindrops

Friday, May 23, 2008

23 May 2008 - front yard - spring colors

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