Monday, May 31, 2010

Memorial Day Gardening

Home Depot was really crowded today!  I think everyone had my same intentions--get some flowers to spruce up the yard for summer.  And boy did they have the blooms out in full array.  There was most any kind of flower you could imagine blooming and ready to be re-potted or planted in your own personal space.  I could have really done it up right, I tell you.  But I kept my self control and got out of there only spending about $25!  From that I was able to pot 2 large planters and 2 hanging baskets.  I have them out on my deck and it brightens up the surroundings considerably!  Along with the hummingbird feeder and the modest garden down below, I think that my summer planting urge has been quelled for awhile unless I see a really great sale later on this summer!

10 comments:

Chastina said...

What pretty flowers! My only problem with gardens is getting out and taking care of the weeds. I love to plant things and see them grow.

A GAL NEEDS... said...

That's why I think I'm going with pots and planters. I don't have great luck with things in my yard!

scrilla said...

I'm inspired!

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le Chef said...

LOL!
It must be in the air; I just did the same thing, only with herbs .. and I'm renting. At least now my porch smells like basil, rosemary and all manner of yummy, fresh Summer things instead of swamp gas.

Anything Fits A Naked Man said...

I think potted plants, especially hanging ones, make a FANTASTIC addition to porches! Yours are just lovely! Nice work!

Miss Meat and Potatoes said...

The basket looks gorgeous. I know just what you mean - it's really hard to not buy every pretty flower in sight at those stores!

Lynn said...

Your flowers are lovely, Helena. Sorry to hear about the funeral, too. Seems like we've been going to more and more services like that lately :(

Patti said...

Thank you for the lovely Dreamer...It hangs in my room giving me encouragement! I'll treasure it always! Thanks for your empathy and kindness...Love you!! P