I recently did the heart wreath (that I mentioned on an earlier post) to hang beside the garage. The wreath has been hanging there empty all year. I keep thinking I need to do something with it, but until today I just did not get around to doing anything about it.
I decided I needed something under it so I went to the shed and hauled out my antique lawn mower. I have not had this out for a few years. I decided to use scarecrows to decorate the front of the house since it is almost September and I just love scarecrows.
Here is the full lawn mower with the wreath above.
I also did a milk can to set next to the front door.
As I was wondering the gardens earlier in the morning, I came across one lone tiger lily back against the rockwall and three Oriental lilies trying to stay alive in the dark shaded area. I dug them both up and moved them right next to one of the paths where I will see them every day.
I was very happy that when I dug them, I got the entire bulb!
It was a thrill as I often chop the plant off before I get to the bulb. Here's the three Orientals in their new home. The poor things are only about a foot tall (should be about 4 ft tall).
I love the orange tiger lily. It, too, is very small because of the growing conditions.
I think they will both like their new home much better.
Let the Basting Begin!
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I am using my dining room table to baste this big one -- it's about 105 x
105 inches (king size).
It's been a while since I've finished one this big.
3 years ago
I used to move my perennials all the time..not so much anymore. Thank goodness they are tough that is if you don't chop off too much of the plant.
ReplyDeleteI too love scarecrows. Will have to put mine up soon although I try not to do that before September.
Wow, I want to try the vitamins that you take for energy. : )
ReplyDeleteEverything looks great! The crocusmia is an awesome plant. Yours were red and mine were more orange.
I like your heart wreath and fall decor. I just bought something at Home Goods for the fall. I'm getting ready to transition too!
Betty, I am trying to get to the point where I don't have to move mine all the time, too. I am looking for easier maintenance as I transion into my "senior" years...AARP likes to think I am already there, but I don't consier the fifth decade to be a senior. :)
ReplyDeleteDianne,
I am really loving the crocosmia! It's such a burst of color late in the season. I have three areas where they have not bloomed this year. I am hopeful for next year.
Oh, I don't take any vitamins. Some days I could use some though! :)