NegFoto
N Foto, Canton, GA, USmember
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kermit
found this little guy on my pepper plant, then another one on my basil.
garden path
taken from my back yard. this was years in the making. i finished the pavers in the fall. the nikko blue and oakleaf hydrangeas to right have been there for almost 9 years, so has the lace cap...
identify PLEASE!!!
this has been growing in my garden. it looks like a vegetable, but not sure.
hedge
taken from my yard. big size looks much better
Trailling Verbena
i think it is some sort of a verbena, i could be wrong.
happy mother's day
Dedicated to all mothers on Fine Gardening.big size looks much betterHappy Mother's DayMay 2010.
ant on peony
from my garden
sweet alyssum patch
Lobularia maritima (syn. Alyssum maritimum; common name Sweet Alyssum or Sweet Alison, also commonly referred to as just Alyssum from the genus in which it was formerly classified) is a...
Sweet Alyssum
Lobularia maritima (syn. Alyssum maritimum; common name Sweet Alyssum or Sweet Alison, also commonly referred to as just Alyssum from the genus in which it was formerly classified) is a lowgrowing...
spring is coming
this is a macro shot of pussy willow [Salix discolor] buds just coming out.
fall in the air
from my yard
grass
taken from my yard
chrysanthemum
a shot from my yard
Purslane [Portulaca]
Portulaca (purslane) is the type genus of the purslane family Portulacaceae, comprising about 40-100 species (probably much fewer and potentially far far more) found in the tropics and warm temperate...
Obedient Plant flower
Physostegia virginiana (Obedient Plant or False Dragonhead) is a herbaceous perennial plant. Obedient Plant can grow up to 4 feet tall. The flowers are on swivels that can be bent right or left on...
sedum bloom [top view]
Sedum is the large stonecrop genus of the Crassulaceae, representing about 400 species of leaf succulents, found throughout the northern hemisphere, varying from annual and creeping herbs to shrubs...
Stokes' aster
Stokes' aster is an herbaceous perennial with 6-8 in (15-20 cm) evergreen petiolate (stalked) basal leaves. In late spring it sprouts several erect stems which have smaller, clasping leaves and stand...
Swallowtail Caterpillar
The Black Swallowtail, Papilio polyxenes, also called the American or parsnip swallowtail, is a butterfly found throughout much of North America. It is the state butterfly of Oklahoma. There is an...
Wild Flowers
from my yard
Red Barberry
The Barberry bush or RedLeaf Japanese bush, Berberis thunbergii, is a deciduous shrub reaching up to 24" tall and about 30" wide. The branches are slender, spiny, and small, and the leaves are...
Leaf
taken in my yard.
Sedum closeup
From my garden
Hosta Bloom
Hosta is a genus of about 23–45 species of lily-like plants native to northeast Asia. They were once classified in the family Liliaceae but are now included in the family Agavaceae by the...
Gerbera Daisy
Gerbera is a genus of ornamental plants from the sunflower family (Asteraceae). It was named in honor of the German naturalist Traugott Gerber, a friend of Carolus Linnaeus.It has approximately 30...
Astilbe bloom
Astilbe is a genus of 18 species perennial, herbaceous flowering plants, within the family Saxifragaceae. Some species are commonly known as False Goat's Beard, and False Spirea. Astilbe species are...
Butterfly Weed & Bee
Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa, also called Canada root, Chigger flower, Chiggerflower, Fluxroot, Indian paintbrush, Indian posy, Orange milkweed, Orange Swallow-wort, Pleurisy root, Silky...
Bee balm [Monarda]
Monarda (bee balm, horsemint, oswego tea, or bergamot) is a genus consisting of roughly 16 species of erect, herbaceous annual or perennial plants in the Lamiaceae, indigenous to North America...
Flowers and Foliage
From my yard.
Blooming Sage
Sage Flowers - Sage Salvia officinalis is a small evergreen subshrub, with purple flowers native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. It is much cultivated as a kitchen and medicinal...
Ismene bloom
Ismene, or Peruvian daffodil, is a genus of tender perennial bulbs bearing a strong resemblance to Hymenocallis, a genus into which Ismene had often been grouped in the past. However, its morphology...
Astilbe flower
Astilbe is a genus of 18 species perennial, herbaceous flowering plants, within the family Saxifragaceae. Some species are commonly known as False Goat's Beard, and False Spirea. Astilbe species are...
Hosta Flower
Hosta is a genus of about 23–45 species of lily-like plants native to northeast Asia. They were once classified in the family Liliaceae but are now included in the family Agavaceae by the...
Anouk French Lavender
Fragrant and beautiful, 'Anouk' is an excellent compact lavender for hot and dry locations. It grows as an upright to spreading evergreen perennial or shrub and originates from regions across the...
Nikko Blue Hydrangea
...early stage.Nikko Blue hydrangea is the most common class of hydrangea. The Nikko Blue hydrangea has large, round flower heads that are a bold blue. The flowers bloom in late spring, over a...
daylily macro
see Stella D'Oro Daylily for more info.
Pink Simplicity® Hedge Rose
taken from my yard
geranium
Geranium is a genus of 422 species of flowering annual, biennial, and perennial plants that are commonly known as the cranesbills. It is found throughout the temperate regions of the world and the...
Hydrangea quercifolia flower (Oakleaf hydrangea)
Hydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf hydrangea) is a species of hydrangea native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina west to Tennessee, and south to Florida and Louisiana.here is another...
Hedge Rose
Taken from my yard. They are great for borders.
Stella d'Oro Daylily
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Daylily is the common name of the species, hybrids and cultivars of the genus Hemerocallis (pronounced /ˌhɛmɨroʊˈkælɪs/).[1] These flowers of this...
Happy Mother's Day Peony
Dedicated to all mothers on Fine Gardening.big size looks much betterHappy Mother's DayMay 2009.
Gimme Some Sugar
Ants are attracted to the sweet sap that Peonies secrete, particularly in the budding stage.For more info these beauties and their relationship with ants visit leslie Land
Mock-orange
Mock-orange (Philadelphus coronarius) is a genus of about 60 species of shrubs from 1 to 6 m tall, native to North America, Central America, Asia and (locally) in southeast Europe.They are named...
White Rose with dew
taken in my back yard (Pope John Paul II Hybrid Tea Rose)
Peony
Peonies are one of the longest living herbaceous perennials often found in older gardens, for once established they will survive neglect. One hundred year old peonies are not uncommon.
Hybrid Tea Red Rose
Taken from a rose bush in my yard.
Tulip en masse
Tulipa, commonly called tulip, is a genus of about 150 species of bulbous flowering plants in the family Liliaceae.[1] The native range of the species includes southern Europe, north Africa, and Asia...
Brunnera macrophylla (Siberian bugloss)
This woodland plant is valued for its flowers and groundcovering leaves. Terminal clusters of delicate blue flowers appear in spring. For more info goto: St. Louis Botanical...
American Beech blooming
The Fagus grandifolia also known as American Beech is a species of beech native to eastern North America, from Nova Scotia west to southern Ontario in southeastern Canada, west to Wisconsin and south...
Trillium catesbaei (Bashful Wakerobin)
I found this beauty in the woodlands behind my house. I thought it would perfect for Earth Day 2009. Trillium catesbaei, also known as bashful wakerobin or rosy wake-robin, is a spring...
Weigelia in bloom
Weigela is a small genus of about 12 species of deciduous shrubs in the family Caprifoliaceae, growing to 1-5 m tall. All are natives of eastern Asia. The leaves are 5-15 cm long, ovate-oblong with...
Hosta
Hosta (syn.: Funkia) is a genus of about 23–45 species of lily-like plants native to northeast Asia. They were once classified in the family Liliaceae but are now included in the family...
Dianthus (sweet william) - closeup
Dianthus is a genus of about 300 species of flowering plants in the family Caryophyllaceae, native mainly to Europe and Asia, with a few species extending south to north Africa, and one species D...
Dianthus (sweet william)
Dianthus is a genus of about 300 species of flowering plants in the family Caryophyllaceae, native mainly to Europe and Asia, with a few species extending south to north Africa, and one species D...
Dogwood Flower
The Dogwoods comprise a group of 30-50 species of mostly deciduous woody plants growing as shrubs and trees; some species are herbaceous perennial plants and a few of the woody species are evergreen...
Vinca major 'Variegata'
Vinca major (commonly known as Large Periwinkle, Greater Periwinkle or Blue Periwinkle), is a flowering plant native to southern Europe, from Spain and southern France east to the western Balkans...
Azalea
Azaleas are flowering shrubs making up part of the genus Rhododendron. Originally azaleas were classed as a different genus of plant, but now they are recognised as two of the eight sub-genera of...
Dogwood
WikipediaThe Dogwoods comprise a group of 30-50 species of mostly deciduous woody plants growing as shrubs and trees; some species are herbaceous perennial plants and a few of the woody species are...
Spiraea
Spireas are among the easiest flowering shrubs to grow. Spirea have over 80 species, some of which have dozens of varieties. They are a member of the rose family and are tough plants. All spirea have...
Viburnum
Viburnum is a genus of about 150-175 species of shrubs or (in a few species) small trees that were previously included in the family Caprifoliaceae. Genetic tests by the Angiosperm Phylogeny Group...
Yoshino Cherry Blossom
Yoshino Cherry, Prunus x yedoensis the most popular of the white flowering cherry trees. These are the Japanese Cherry trees famous for the early spring display at the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C.
Pussy Willow
Two species of the genus Salix are commonly called Pussy Willow: Salix discolor, native to North America, and Salix caprea, native to Europe. These large deciduous shrubs are grown primarily for the...
Magnolia Tree 'Rustica Rubra' Flower
Magnolia Tree 'Rustica Rubra' Flower Introduced more than 100 years ago at Boskoop, Holland, and still a favorite among gardeners everywhere. In early spring, giant dark red buds arise before the...
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Recent comments
Re: identify PLEASE!!!
thanks Ruth.
posted: 11:01 am on June 7ththis was a gift from the birds as with so many others.
Re: spring is coming
Thanks ThankGod4Gardening, I have always been fascinated with the early stages of the pussy willow.
posted: 5:14 pm on March 20thRe: What plant is this?
I think it is a kalanchoe also. I did not know if they did so well indoors. I wonder if they would do as well in an office environment without direct sunlight?
posted: 11:45 am on March 20thby the way, here is a link to a picture of a red kalanchoe in my yard: http://www.flickr.com/photos/negfoto/2573702564
Re: My tree peony in its 4th year
I just love peonies, they are my favorite flower. I bought a tree once, but it died. I have a few bushes in my yard and I love them.
posted: 12:44 pm on June 2ndThe color of your peony looks wonderful.
Re: Hosta
thanks for the comments GardenWiseGuy. Sometimes you have to give up something to gain another. You are lucky enough to garden all year round.
posted: 1:25 pm on April 29thRe: Book Giveaway: Sean Conway's Cultivating Life - 125 Projects for Backyard Living
Please add me to the list of potential winners. My wife and I spend most of our time in the backyard, in our garden.
posted: 1:52 pm on April 23rdsorry if this is a double post, the first one i submitted did not show.
Re: Book Giveaway: Sean Conway's Cultivating Life - 125 Projects for Backyard Living
Please add me to the list of potential winners. My wife and I spend most of our time outside, from April to November.
posted: 1:49 pm on April 23rdRe: Spiraea
Thank you so much for your comments Kate. I would love to add them to the plant guide, but I am not quite sure how to do that.
posted: 3:42 pm on April 5th