Trailing Verbena

Look what I planted today! Aztec light pink and white trailing verbena.


I planted it in front of the new butterfly bush to give that spot a little color while the bush grows. I'm not a big fan of annuals, but I couldn't say no to these.


I feel like I am planting something all the time...I didn't realized how few plants we had and how much I've already planted! I nearly bought a mandevilla vine today, too, but resisted. I am still thinking about covering the other side of our icky shed, but haven't quite figured out what to do yet since whatever it is will have to be in a pot and will therefore be in great peril in my hands.

Pretty Petunias

I know Petunias aren't the most sophisticated flower around and I know some people like to tease them for being common, but I can't help it - I love them! Look at the sweet ruffly pink petals that positively glow when the sun is setting. As we get closer to summer, they just drip and fall over the bricks and are a lovely addition to the front rose bed. I skipped planting them one year and I regret it. Now we'll always have them because they just make me smile.