06/20/12

Patio Pots pt. I

Coleus Crazy!

I laid a brick patio a couple of seasons ago.  At first, I thought it would be a lovely place for chairs and loungers.  What was I thinking!  Extra space for a gardener means EXTRA PLANTS!  There is seating at the picnic table and at four concrete benches, but the rest of the space has been filled with my ever growing potted plant collection.  I think I'll show you all the fun, by breaking up my posts into parts, as I seem to like to do. 

First off, I've gone a little crazy with the Coleus this year.  There are many varieties out there each with distinctively different colors and markings, so it's been a little difficult resisting the urge to own them all.  My patio is in full sun, at the moment, so I've chosen the ones that have been bred for the sun.  I sprinkled in a few other plants for even more variety.  The pots are sitting at the end of my picnic table so while I'm eating, they make me smile!

p.s.  --- Happy first day of summer 2012!

05/31/12

Dale Chihuly at the Dallas Arboretum part V

 

And with this posting, we've reached the end of our tour.  I hope you have enjoyed the images as much as I have enjoyed sharing them.  For those of you in the Dallas area,  I'm assuming I haven't ruined your trip by posting these photographs.  If you make it out, you will see  that the images pale in comparison to the actual pieces.  For those of you out of the area, my desire is that I'm giving an  accurate view of how spectacular the Chihuly and Arboretum union is.   

I've tried not to critique or comment on each piece, leaving that to you.  If I had to pick a favorite piece, it would be most difficult.  Each turn in the garden, held a new and unexpected revelation.  I will most definitely be returning to see 'Chihuly at Night.'  Can you imagine these pieces illuminated in the dark!  Don't be surprised if I post a picture or two. 

05/28/12

Dale Chihuly at the Dallas Arboretum part IV

Happy Memorial Day everyone!  To celebrate, more images from the Chihuly glass art at the Dallas Arboretum.  This is part four with one more part to come.  Once again, enjoy!