As the summer moves along, many of the plants are becoming worn out and tattered by the weather, insects, roving wild beasts, and sometimes the lawnmower. This jewel, a Crocosmia ‘Star of the East,’ is an exception. This variety, only planted two years ago, is wandering freely from its original spot about three feet to the north of the bench. But it is difficult to stay angry when it has such cheerful orange flowers. It is hard to find bright, intense flowers that can hold their own with the brightness of the August sunlight.
The popular taste in colors, if the nursery catalogs are any indication, are soft, subtle shades. Those are fine in shady areas, or in hazy weather where the sun is blocked. But they become all washed out when the sun is hot and brilliant.
The Japanese Cedars are covered with fine cobwebs. It is as if someone had discovered that artificial stuff used at Halloween and went crazy draping it over and through the bushes. They provide quite the contrast to the dark green needles.
Starting in September I will become very busy with training for a new career. It may keep me away from the garden more than usual; I really don't know for sure. Whenever possible, I will take the camera out and see what is there to be discovered. It will provide a respite, and hopefully there will be time to show what I have found. So be patient if the time between posting new entries is longer than usual.
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