Monday, June 20, 2005


Jacob Klein 2 Posted by Hello

Jacob Klein monarda Posted by Hello

Window to the ancient past

This morning's Kansas City Star carries a story which is doubly intriguing due to its historic significance and also its coincidence with September 11, 2001. Were it not for President Bush's edict which halted all blasting, this treasure trove of fossils and information may well have been obliterated.

Tuesday, June 07, 2005

June's abundance

Even though good dirt is at a premium, the garden is glorious this morning. Missouri summers are rambunctious with growth and this garden is no exception. The phrase "the controlling hand" is key and the concept is always elusive to me, as I tend to get sentimental about everything which tries to grow. But, pruning does occur from time to time, and a crazed 'prune without mercy' mania can be quite liberating.
Couldn't stand it, had to go outdoors early and take the pictures posted here.
It is a magical sort of start to a day.

Red rocks in garden Posted by Hello

Wrinks  Posted by Hello

Clematis alpina Posted by Hello

Lilyleaf ladybells Posted by Hello

Huldine closeup Posted by Hello

Clematis huldine Posted by Hello

Morning doorway Posted by Hello

Clematis integrifolia Blue Boy Posted by Hello

pink and while Asiatic lilies Posted by Hello

poppies and foxgloves Posted by Hello

allium and poppies Posted by Hello

Blue Louisiana iris Posted by Hello

Mauve Louisiana iris Posted by Hello

Purple Louisiana iris Posted by Hello

front garden, morning Posted by Hello