Saturday, April 18, 2020

Flowerbed Update Because I Kill Plants

Remember last year when I created a little flowerbed on the side of house underneath our breakfast nook windows?
It was one of the few projects I was able to do last year and it made me so happy. I love hydrangeas to pieces but alas they do not love me back. I have had almost zero luck keeping them alive. Sadly these beauties died and the bed was looking pitiful.

Back in March before lockdown and after I had painted our front door I found these at Lowes. I thought that would be perfect to add a pop of color to the side of our house. I was  told they would attract butterflies so a double win!

I do not remember what they are called. Some type of broom shrub I think. They are suppose to get rather large and I know too large for two where I have them but I am hoping I can keep them trimmed so they so not overpower the bed.

I took these pics before our grass greened up. It looks really pretty now with the grass awake.

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10 comments:

  1. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsApril 18, 2020 at 9:22 AM

    They look great there!

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  2. StaceyApril 19, 2020 at 7:29 AM

    Pretty!! I always love to plant things that the pollinators love.

    If you want hydrangeas, try Limelights. They can take more of our heat but a some sun.

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    1. PamelaApril 24, 2020 at 10:49 AM

      I will have to look into those Stacey. Thanks!

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  3. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsApril 20, 2020 at 9:08 AM

    I love this little flower garden area...the pop of color is wonderful and yes, I think you will have better luck with these plants! Stay safe Pamela!

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    1. PamelaApril 24, 2020 at 10:49 AM

      Thank you Shirley! I have been enjoying pics of your new gorgeous home.

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  4. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 21, 2020 at 1:38 PM

    Pam,
    It looks lovely!! I can't wait until it gets warm enough here and the threat of frost is past so i could plant all my pots but that will not be until the 3rd week of May...
    Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. PamelaApril 24, 2020 at 10:50 AM

      Thanks for visiting Debbie! I hope it warms up soon for ya. The summer temps have arrived. It was 90 yesterday around here.

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  5. cloches and lavenderApril 22, 2020 at 11:14 AM

    I think they're pretty Pamela. Our hydrangea in front of the house have been a problem flowering for 5 years. Went to the garden center last year and the manager said they need nutrients.

    We have been fertilizing so hoping this the year for flowers.

    My Limelights go crazy with flowers.

    Good luck with these.

    Cindy

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    1. PamelaApril 24, 2020 at 10:51 AM

      I will have to look into Limelights Cindy! Hope you are doing well my freind.

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