Joe despatched in right this moment’s pictures, which characteristic the attractive backyard of his neighbors Julie and Mike in Baltimore.
The gardens, began 20 years in the past, have been constructed on a country farm-implement theme. Julie and Mike have spent a whole lot of time looking out vintage outlets for the proper artifacts in addition to backyard facilities for the proper vegetation to enrich their fashion of gardening. Julie and Mike are in good sync and, like all gardeners, have had plant disappointments however should not deterred. This backyard additionally options a lot of birdhouses, fowl feeders, birdbaths, and vegetation to draw pollinators. In a few month will probably be in full bloom with scores of coneflowers, rudbeckia, and so forth., and a large assortment of annuals in containers.
You’ll be able to see that Julie and Mike’s cautious consideration to discovering the proper artifacts and artwork for the backyard, mixed with cautious planting, has paid off!
Within the entrance beds in spring, some blooms are seen right here and there in a prelude to the height bloom that may arrive later within the season.
Lush inexperienced accented with purple foliage and flowers makes a soothing and harmonious panorama.
I really like the carved face in what seems like an outdated tree trunk changed into an artwork piece.
The basket of an vintage tricycle makes an ideal spot for summer time annuals. Observe the 2 hummingbird feeders above, welcoming guests to the backyard.
An outdated wagon is filled with blooms, and vintage jugs function helps for extra fowl feeders.
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