We are being delighted this spring with masses of Virginia bluebells. They are now in their full glory. Nodding Red Trillium, Jack in the pulpit, Trout lily and Toothwort are joining in the parade. The Star magnolia, snowbells and  aconite are finished with their blooms as is the skunk cabbage.  But not to despair, the Carolina silverbells, Blueberry shrubs and mayapples are getting ready for their show as the ferns are beginning to unfurl their fronds.  The false helebores are up and will bloom in early summer. The fox gloves (non-native) are up and will bloom in June. 

 

Kitty and Judy have added some serviceberry and blueberry shrubs to the mix for next year as well as red osier dogwoods which will provide year round interest with their red branches. Almost 50 christmas fern have been planted in the back of the house behind the fox glove/cottage garden.

The house provides us with opportunities to demonstrate different types of gardens. There are moist shade areas, dry shade areas, wet sun areas and dry sun areas and combinations of these.  With all we will show the wide variety of native and wildlife friendly species that can be used in these differing habitats. If you would like to help, please send an email to info@pclt.net.