Canna Lily Seedlings from seeds and Taking a Break

Canna Lilies

Hi, gardening friends! I am taking a much needed break. I am looking forward to next Spring!

Sweet eyes and Blackeyed Susans

Day Lilies

I am impressed that all these lovely black-eyed Susan variations came from a Ferry Morse pack of seeds! They did superbly in my winter sowing endeavors last winter. The vibrant colors and unique patterns of the flowers truly has transformed my garden into a picturesque landscape, attracting not just my admiration but also the attention of local pollinators. It was a rewarding experience to see how well the seeds germinated and thrived in the plastic-covered storage containers.

Sweet eyes American Bobtail (Mister Bean)
Burgundy and yellow Blackeyed Susans
Peach Stripey Miniature Daylily seedling
Pink Miniature daylily seedling
Burgundy and yellow Blackeyed Susans
Burgundy and yellow Blackeyed Susans

Rainy and Humid week

General gardening

It is so rainy and humid, and our yard is staying soaked, with puddles forming in every corner, making it impossible to step outside without getting drenched. The cats have found refuge on the cozy couch, curling up together, their fur slightly damp yet warm as they bask in the comfort of the soft cushions. Their peaceful stretching and sweet eyes create a serene atmosphere that contrasts with the awful weather outside.

Check out the results of my daylily cross, Building on Tradition x Seedling

https://lakemarygardens.com/building-on-tradition-cross/

Bright yellow and red Building on Tradition Seedling
Seedling
Hardy Hibiscus big red bloom
American bobtail kitten and red tabby cat sleeping
Double Daylily Coffee Frenzy
Pink Cactus Zinnia
Dahlia seedling reverting to single

Bantam Corn Harvest from garden to table

Day Lilies, Spring Flowers, Vegetable gardening

This was a very exciting week for us since we harvested our 60-day Bantam corn, and the results exceeded our expectations. The yield turned out quite decent, with just a few worms and bugs to deal with, which is always a pleasant surprise after the challenges of growing. I did spray with Spinosad after tasseling began to protect the ears, but next time I will experiment with spraying twice a week instead of the every-two-weeks schedule I adhered to this time, as I want to see how that approach affects pest management and overall crop quality. The advantage of 60-day corn is its extreme sweetness, making it a favorite, and the fact that it is ready to harvest before all the typical pests come out helps ensure a more successful crop. The anticipation of enjoying fresh, sweet corn straight from the garden adds to the joy of this harvest, making the effort put into growing it all the more worthwhile.

Blackeyed Susan blooms
Fuschia Cosmos in the Sunlight
Bantam Corn Harvest
Bantam Corn in the freezer
Bantam Corn Harvest
Blackeyed Susan blooms

The Canna Lily Growing from Seeds Project

Canna Lilies, Dahlias, Day Lilies

I finally got the canna lily seedlings planted! They’re finally in the ground, and now I am hoping for new interesting forms and colors to plant in my garden. This year, I’ve also found delightful black-eyed Susans; their yellow petals are like rays of sunshine brightening my garden. If they return next year, I’ll be absolutely thrilled, celebrating their resilience and beauty in my space. Every morning, I’m welcomed by blooms everywhere, transforming my garden into a lively oasis, and this is genuinely one of my favorite times of the year, minus the heat and humidity!

Lavender Japanese Morning Glory
Lines at Midnight Daylily
Black Eyed susan
Rose colored daylily seedling
Daylily seedling descended from Little Business
Miniature Japanese Morning Glory
Daylily Seedling
Pink dahlia seedling in the rain
Red and Yellow Coreopsis Uptick
Canna Lily Growing from seeds