The grey of early spring has yet to turn to the new green of late spring, one of my favourite times of year. However, my friend Lucy’s garden has erupted with spring colour as the bulbs have pushed through the iron rich soil even though snow still lingers in the shade of the trees.
A riot of colours is close to the ground as the plants are miniature, selected for their early appearance after the snow is gone. They are interspersed among the flowers beds which bloom in three seasons. The colours lift the spirit and make me smile as I walk around the yard.
Miniature red Tulips push up through the grasses
and spread their petals in a showy display which the insects love. The blooms are full of bees which are enjoying the early pollen and nectar from an otherwise bland countryside.
The Irises are miniature versions of those we enjoy later in the year. The blue and purple are such an interesting contrast and the pattern of yellow black and white on the petals is striking.
The Puschkinia with their six white petals and blue veins is a favourite.
The delicate centre has a hint of yellow. This is a small plant and it draws you down to its level For observation. Its beauty is in the details.
Purples, yellows and even the white against the red soil and catch the eye.
Meanwhile at the front of the house, the bird feeders attract American Goldfinches, especially males though one female dropped by as well.
Later in the afternoon, a flock of noisy Common Grackles picked up seed from below the feeders and entertained us in their glossy-iridescence.
The sculptures at the back of the property illustrate how materials can be reused.
I love how nature continues to act on them.
The old farm equipment is a reminder of how the land was farmed in the shadow of industrial farming today.
Her garden is a place of peace and beauty. It reflects the hours of devotion and hard work Lucy has given it.
P.S.
Restrictions due to the Covid Pandemic eased again last Friday and we could see our daughter and grandkids for Mother’s Day. It was a great reunion and celebration!
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Hello,
Beautiful spring blooms. I love the tulips and iris! The sculptures are cool, it is great the items were recycled. Enjoy your day, wishing you a happy new week!
Those flowers are just gorgeous!
What a wonderful selection of small flowers to brighten up the day. I've always been attracted to old rusting farm equipment.
Lucy's garden is a delight Marie, the miniature blooms are wonderful, I haven't seen them before. The fuchsias are my favourite spring flower, the perfume is too gorgeous 🌷🌸
So glad you got to celebrate for real.
P.s. I meant to say how lovely it was that you had a proper Mother's Day Marie, how happy you must have been 💛
Lucy knows her stuff.
So glad you could see your family for Mother's Day! And I love those flowers and the sculptures. Is that a miniature WeatherStation mounted on one of the sculptures?
Love those early Spring flowers! You got great shots. It's wonderful you got to see your family members. Thank you for this post Marie!
I love the flowers and the sculptures, and the surroundings they're found in. Lovely treat to see them.
And glad you had a great mother's day!
You blooms are all quite a long way behind ours but I guess not surprising as we have a far warmer climate. Beautiful photos. Cheers Diane
Our tulips are long gone, so it was lovely to visit these. And the crocus are delightfully colorful. Thank you for the delightful tour. And so glad to hear you had such a wonderful Mother's Day!
What a glorious garden.
I strongly suspect that being able to see your daughter and grandchildren again was the very best and brightest bloom of them all.
Oh, that's wonderful thaat you got to be with the kids. Thanks too for sharing the sculptures and the delightful and colorful spring around you. Lucy has a green thumb for sure.
A beautiful garden with lots of pretty flowers. Seeing your grandchildren again, priceless!
Those early flowers seem extra beautiful .
Oh, I have never seen the small tulips...they are just so beautiful. But love them all.
Great that you could get together with some of your family for Mother's Day. Lucy's garden is delightful - what a wonderful way to welcome spring :)
It snowed here yesterday so that burst of colour is much appreciated.
YAY for the lifting of restrictions in time for Mother's Day, Marie. And YAY for the gifts from Lucy's yard. The puschkinia are new to me. Hmmm. Not sure I've seen them elsewhere? Continue to stay safe and healthy.
What a beautiful garden! and how lovely to be able to see your grandchildren! Life is good.
I do love spring flowers. It's so much fun to see the very first signs of spring with all the colorful tulips and crocuses popping up.
Your photos are exquisite and a joy to look at. Thanks for sharing them.
Hi Marie, Every visit to Island Musings is a spark of joy and this post is no exception. Lucy's garden is just wonderful and so are your photos. You truly do an admirable job with your blog. And thank you for your recent visit to my blog and your kind comment. I did leave a reply for you on my blog and I hope you'll take a look. I'm wishing you and yours continued wellness. Take care and be safe. John
Gorgeous pictures full of colour.
lucy's garden is gorgeous, she has some beautiful flowers and great structures doting the area!!! i think spring has some of the best blooms!!
What a lovely garden. The early color does make the heart sing... :-)
Fantastic News, Wonderful Post, And Beautiful Photos - Sure Made My Heart Happy
Cheers
heartfelt congrats for being able to meet your loved ones dear Marie :)
some loose here either thankfully but so are the concerns for the possible consequences
your friend's garden is heavenly :)
this is pleasure for a gardener to witness the fruit of his passionate hard work indeed
so many pretty and vibrant blooms :) they just glorified my day
thank you for virtual tour !
Things are starting to loosen here as well and I should be able to see family. Other than that, I have little to no desire to be in large groups or stores.
Her flowers are gorgeous! I especially love the Puschkinia, I'm not familiar with those, but they're so pretty.
That was great timing for the restrictions to be eased there!
Gorgeous pictures. I had no place to put my bird feeders at this apartment so my daughter took them to her apartment. She is delighted with all the visitors and she has turned her middle schooler on to the delight of birds. I'm so happy about it. If I can't enjoy them, I'm so glad someone else is.
Love the spring flowers! Puschkinia....that's a new one for me, so pretty!
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