2019 Garden Plans | Part I
Last year, I didn’t rest my gardening laurels on the perennials planted in years prior. Instead I decided to enhance the base that was already there with some seasonal color, French-inspired additions and, of course, more roses.
Adding Seasonal Color
I fell in love with Narcissus completely by accident. A few years back I decided to add some early spring color to my front bed a and happened upon a mix of Tête-à-tête and Iris Reticulata at Costco. The mix of the golden yellow petite blooms that tower over the purple miniature irises was perfect and I just had to have more. After that I added large white cupped a Walt Whitmans and Mount Hood in my backyard which also bloomed beautifully. In 2018 I decided to add a mix that highlighted both the simple white and the punchy and coral and golden hues I loved. I also added Muscari and a mix of irises in the same color way.
For late spring, I gave my peonies one more shot and they did not disappoint. I ended up with a nice flush from my Kansas peony and added a Shirley Temple to the mix. Also, I added a few giant alliums and absolutely loved them.
French Inspired Additions
I love color, but also have an appreciation for a very simple palette. For my front bed, I decided to keep it simple with whites and greens and hints of purple and yellow. I added two Iceberg roses, Spanish lavender and Lamb’s ear. It’s my micro Patina Farm.
I also added balloon flower late in the summer so I’m excited to see what it has in store this year.
Roses
While my front gardens are more tame, my back yard is wild. Color on color on color. It’s my happy place. So this year I added a few colorful rose plants to the mix.
Julia Child | This golden yellow is so refreshing and happy.
Cinco de Mayo | A mauve red with yellow center that is as fun as its name evokes
Sexy Rexy | It’s a mid tone pink grandiflora that currently lives in a pot on my patio
LD Braithwaite | A beautiful classic red David Austin
I want to make sure I get the most out of these garden investments in 2019. My next garden post will highlight what I have planned for this upcoming year.