mums in my backyard

oleic acid

a camellia in my yard

fall flowers

anemone, cosmos and dahlia

life begins in the garden

The saying that life begins in the garden is so true in my backyard. The bevy of wings, paws and petals is sometimes breathtaking.

zinnias

Zinnias might be my new favorite flower. Throw the seeds in the yard and they are prolific bright flowers that attract an array of butterflies. They are such generous bloomers. When you cut zinnias for a vase, cut above the next set of leaves and you will have a new...