Here are a few of the plants that are currently flowering in front yard: Starting off with Shrubby Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa)
Flowering Flax (Linum grandiflorum) is native California wildflower. #Flowers #Photography #Nature
Flowering Flax (Linum grandiflorum) Jerusalem Sage California Poppy #flowers #Photography #nature
I posted this kitty photo earlier today and reposting with this flower thread. There are more plants that will flower for the next several weeks and months.
Seem to have forgotten about the California Poppies #Flowers #nature #Photography
Of course, Geraniums in pots always make certain parts of the front yard stand out. #flowers #nature #Photography
Holy crow
I have 5 different sages but haven't seen yours before. It looks great.
@MerakiLife Trying to grow sages native to my area as both front and back yards are xeriscaped. I do have some on large pots and this requires more water monitoring during summer when temperatures can be above 100°F.
I love how the big pots look. I've got lots of triple digit days too. I am doing my best to get shade distributed around the house and gardens!
@MerakiLife Eastern side of house has a California Black Walnut tree as well as a Chinese Tallow tree (came out unexpectedly) that provide some shade in the morning. Front yard has a huge Mulberry tree. South side I've got a large Silver Dollar Eucalyptus tree. North side there's a Palo Verde along with a Mulberry. Plenty of shade.
@Victor
I envy your trees! I moved to high mountain desert from federally designated Wild & Scenic riverfront wooded acres/cottage. (Just call me crazy and get it over with. LOL Retired to be near my adult kiddo.)
New place had one large Ash tree and a "golf course ringing the house w/crappy grass". I've added about 40 trees and bushes but lost plenty last July when a housesitter failed to turn on water, etc..
I'd luv to see a pic of the large Silver Dollar Ecualyptus, but then I'd just want it!
I use the leaves to eco-dye fabric. They imprint beautiful orange colors! (And they don't grow here 😢 )
@MerakiLife Just realized that I don't have a photo of Silver Dollar. Guess I'll be taking one.
Cool. I hope you tag me.
@MerakiLife Silver Dollar Eucalyptus tree is about 25 feet tall. Will be pruned soon.
I'd be picking up the twigs and leaves for you if I lived near by!
Jerusalem Sage is not a true sage but it does have Sage-like aroma.