hige japanese morning glory – Lake Mary Gardens

Flowers in December – Swiss Giant Pansies Morning Glories and a Sunflower

It has been unseasonably warm here, meaning I have been enjoying some unexpected blooms in my garden! Today I photographed a sunflower, Swiss Giant Pansies, and hige morning glories. I discovered this little yellow sunflower in the greenhouse; its bright petals had a miniature, demure presence. I love little surprises like this, as they remind me to appreciate every day; each bloom feels like a moment in time, a little treasure to find in the everyday routine, a reminder that serenity often lies in the simplest of things. It’s moments like these that inspire me to spend more time in my garden just looking around and watching for signs of life and change. They say the early bird gets the worm, but the early gardener gets the best pictures of the day!

Purple Hige and Coleus, Greenhouse Update

General gardening, Japanese Morning Glory

My purple Hige morning glory is blooming beautifully, and I notice that thanks to the mild weather, they are staying pretty all day long. The coleus cuttings I brought in from my garden are thriving, taking root and growing well, adding color to my indoor space. In the greenhouse, I can see tiny green tomatoes and sweet peppers developing, while the fruit trees are steadily growing. I am looking forward to not only the fresh vegetables that will soon be on the menu but also the bright canna blooms that are just weeks away, adding even more beauty to my garden!