Planter Boxes and Quiet Garden Spots

In my 1948 ranch style house there are lots of planter boxes in various spots

in the garden.  I have been busy filling them up.  We had two days of frost

last winter and we lost lots of plants.  The caladiums were particularly hard

hit, so I planted new bulbs and they have been filling in so quickly.  The 

planter box for these caladiums is about 18 feet long.   Just below this long

stretch is another lower planter box just at the edge of the patio.  It's a

quiet and peaceful spot and you can hear the trickle of water from the wall

fountain just above.

This spot can be enjoyed from both outside and inside too because the

windows in the family room over look it.

These little steps up to the guest bedroom are decked out in floral

arrangements now too.

I finished off the succulent planter.

This little trio is tucked away on the steps.

But before you reach the steps you must pass the Buddha.  It's a peaceful

figure in a shaded and quiet spot.  This garden Buddha belonged to my Mom

and Daddy.  They were both fascinated with Japanese gardens.  

We have hung three hummingbird planters and I am trying to keep them

happy by providing some of their favorites, Lantana and Vinca along with

the nectar.

Summer has arrived in South Texas.  The hot and humid days have

returned.  I need to take lots of breaks from gardening now, but it 

does not stop me completely.  The garden is my happy space and I 

can't stay away for long.

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Big Texas Hugs,

Susan and Bentley