Here are two last favorite blossoms from the Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden.
This dahlia is a nod to nostalgia. I have always loved this variety and grew it in California. I think if I plant dahlias again it will have to be in the mix.
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Master Gardeners demonstration garden
After showing you some nice blossoms from the Sequim Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden last Thursday, I thought I’d give you a look at the garden itself. It’s a beautiful spot to explore. There are masses of dahlias right now. Behind them are raised beds that held summer vegetables.
Paths lead to smaller gardens bathed in sun and shadows. During the summer growing season the Master Gardeners host workshops and weekly clinics.
The garden has beautiful mature trees and various shrubs. Many of the plants are labeled to satisfy inquiring minds. One afternoon when I was there the garden was filled with bird song. It is a delight for eyes and ears.
Woodcock barn
I’ve posted this barn before but it’s been a while. It’s such a classic it bears repeating. I love the lines of its roof and that silo in the back.
Red
This is at the west end of our main street, Washington. It’s dressed up for autumn right now.
Late blooms
I made a quick stop at the Master Gardeners Demonstration Garden the other day. Some blooms caught my eye as I drove by.
The dahlias have held up pretty well despite rain and a couple of freezing nights lately.
There were even a few roses holding court. But, like most of our flowers these days, their days are numbered. Catch ’em while you can.
Autumn walk
Now that autumn’s here it’s just a matter of time before many of the leaves are gone for another season. How I love all that green.
Thanks, girls
The flowers of the grendelia, a form of native sunflower, are among the last of our summer blooms. The bees were making the most of it.
By the way, did you know that worker bees are always females? More women to thank in your life.