More at the Water Lily Pond

JULY BIRTH FLOWER #1: THE WATERLILY The serene water lily traces back to the Amazonian regions, and unlike most flowers that … More

Water Lily Pond

I rode to the Claude Peteet Mariculture Center/Marine Resources Division to see if any ducks were in their ponds. Instead I … More

Mandevilla

Mandevilla, also known as rock trumpet, is a tropical vine that produces large showy blooms from late spring to fall. https://www.gardendesign.com/vines/mandevilla.html

Sunflower Grown from Seed

In the 30 years that I have lived in my house, this is the first sunflower I’ve been able to … More

Take Time to See the Flowers

I saw this hydrangea while taking my walk this morning in Silverhill. I knew I needed to stop and take … More

Lady Fern

This fern grows beside the creek running through my back yard. It is native to Alabama. https://www.alabamawildlife.org/oc-plant-id-lady-fern/

Camellia Seed Pods

This camellia has been growing in my yard for at least 30 years. I’ve only noticed a seed pod about … More

More Hibiscus Blooms

Hawaiian Sunset / Fiesta Hibiscus just keep blooming in my yard. Too pretty not to take another photo.

Gaillardia Daisy

The Gaillardia Daisy is not actually a daisy at all. It is more closely related to a wildflower. Also called … More

Mom’s Hibiscus

Fiesta or Hawaiian Sunset Hibiscus has to be the prettiest hibiscus there is. My mom loves hers and even prays … More