I planted some zinnia seeds in the ground.
I have big dreams, people, dreams of a spectacular zinnia garden. Dreams to deliver bouquets of flowers to little old ladies at my church. Dreams to have mason jars full of color around every corner at my house.
My philosophy with gardening is to take on one new plant a year and school myself on that plant. Each year I like to become an "expert" {or at least experienced} with something new and different. Last year was impatiens; the year before that begonias. I've done zinnias in the past and they are my all-time fave.
So this year {once Stephen Grande has the chance to dig me up a space in the back yard} I will be planting WILD FLOWERS.
I am hopeful. I am excited. I'll keep you posted on how it goes.
What are you planting this year? What do you plant every year?
Every year, we plant pots of blue daze. These do so well in the heat, and love the sunshine! Lantana is also a standard for us.
ReplyDeleteLove your blog!
Sarah Berry! I've so enjoyed reading your blog! I found it from reading Lesley's blog. I'm making my 2nd attempt at a vegetable garden this summer, but bought some zinnia seeds too! I haven't planted them yet, hopefully will this weekend.
ReplyDeletedaffodils - the bulbs are cheap and I love them every spring!
ReplyDeletei planted sunflowers and assorted other perennial seeds. can't wait to see some blooms!
ReplyDeleteSarah Barry - You are amazing and inspiring! Wife, mother of 2, and gardner too! I've planted hostas, ferns, caladiums, & begonias this spring, but now I think I will plant some zinnas too! I love my black-eyed susans and shasta daisies that I planted several years ago. They are great for cut flower arrangements too.
ReplyDeletewill these come back? I want something to hang year round on our porch. Darn ferns irritate me.
ReplyDeleteyou are smart to take it one flower at a time.
ReplyDeleteI have irises, daffies, lily of the valley, bleeding heart, mint and hostas that just come on back every year - which I LOVE.
We're trying red raspberries in our backyard this year and my husband is trying to grow morning glories all over the fire escape (our house has three apartments).
I like your approach: take it one year at a time, and learn as much as you can. Smart girl! I don't plant anything because, alas, I'm an apartment dweller and have no yard. I do have a couple of potted plants, but I so long to have a house with a yard. Maybe one day!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend, friend!
*Julie