Snowball Viburnum

Without knowing the name of this bush, you would probably say the correct name: Snowball Bush. The blooms look just … More

Serendipity

Crimson Clover is another plant that brings back a childhood memory. When my family lived in Euafaula, AL, the median … More

I planted Bridal Wreath Spirea in my yard over 30 years ago. It has bloomed every year since then.

Since these Wisteria vines were spotted in someone’s yard, I took the photo from my car window. Even from the … More

Both of my grandmothers had azalea bushes in their yards. They were this same fuchsia color. I used to pick … More

Today is the first day of Spring 2025. The azaleas are blooming in my neighborhood and the bridal wreath in … More

I love when the Tulip Magnolia trees bloom. It seems that one day they are barren and the next in … More

The South is the heart of camellia country. Indeed, common camellia (Camellia japonica) is even Alabama’s state flower. Although it seems like … More

Driving through downtown Fairhope is like driving through a field of flowers. Alongside the streets and on each corner are … More

It was very surprising when the camellias and pansies still bloomed after being covered with 8 inches of snow. There … More