Above, some beauty before the ugly stuff
Hemerocallis and Iris clumps, moved. They were already declining due to shade from the oak. The coral pink rose, 'Comtesse de Provence', should come out also. I'm going to miss it, so procrastination is occurring.
Old plastic border moved, too. Once upon a time, a long time ago, the area was lawn.
Before the area is completely shaded by the oak, Agaves will work. Currently much of the area is in full sun after about noon.
Triangle of Agave ovatifolias...here?
Or like this? Probably not enough room.
A. ovatifolia gets big, at least 4' wide, which is what my oldest one is.
Hidden by the oak and Leucospermum, unfortunately.
The ovatifolias spaced a bit farther apart. That should work:
I added two more 'Blue Glow' to form a second triangle with the existing one.
Triangles allow the eye to decide which triangle is which. Multiple triangles!
The iris went, temporarily, where a Leonotus came out near the fountain. The Leonotus was engulfing that rose in the rabbit guard:
So that's what has been going on in the garden here. Some pretty scenes to end this post.
We've had foggy mornings the past week or so. Deliciously cool in the morning, pleasant warmth in the afternoon.
I was close to removing the orginal 'Meerlo' lavender, but a couple of rounds of light pruning made it pretty again. It's quite big--much wider than tall--4' wide at least.
The Aeoniums are slowly emerging from dormancy.
The 'Harlequin' Leucadendron continues to be very colorful.
Yes, I was stunned by the beauty of that first rose. But I didn't think the other photos were ugly--just garden in progress. And the last few photos and stories are lovely, too. :)
ReplyDeleteThe beauties are mythology, the others, documentary.
DeleteIt is looking good. I was admiring the black gum tree yesterday and thinking about how much sun it will take from the garden as it matures. I suppose I will then have a shade garden.
ReplyDeleteDuring the summer, shade is heavenly. In winter, the sun isn't near so nasty. Perhaps there's something to be said for deciduous trees.
DeleteGardening near trees is a challenge. The shade is one issue, but the bigger factor may be the tree roots! When it comes down to it, the tree roots are in charge.
The agaves will look great there. We've had a heavy marine layer most of the week. It starts creeping in during the late afternoon; the lights in the harbor go out (are entirely hidden) by 8pm; and it doesn't clear until after noon. Conditions are great for planting!
ReplyDeleteYep, really enjoying the gardening weather. Heat forcast for Thur-Sat, but until then... :^)
DeleteNewly renovated areas in the garden can feel awkward for a while, till things get established and our eyes get used to the changes. Isn't there a spot in the garden where 'Comtesse de Provence' can relocate to, instead of loosing her all together?
ReplyDeleteDark Aeonium against dusty green background... gorgeous!
Serious problem here with Rose crown/root gall--if it is infected, out it must go--if it is not--it could become so after the move. I'll try and see what happens, but not hopefull.
DeleteAgave triangles, who knew!? Thanks for the 'Meerloo' photo, helps me think of what mine should look like.
ReplyDelete'Meerloo' is a pleasure to prune because the foliage fragrance is so good.
DeleteI love how many small areas you have to play with. Endless combinations! You always seem to have a good selection of plant material on hand.
ReplyDeleteI love 'Meerlo' and may add another one. I don't miss the flowers.