It is always a pleasure to watch the perennial garden grow and blossom! With a late spring arrival, the summer blooms were tardy this year. June's typical bounty of flowers burst in early July. So, I captured a few snapshots while the colors were still vibrant. I strategically attempted to crop out the various piles of construction materials as JP is busy at work on our many house projects. But, I look forward to the day when I can share the progress. Stay tuned! For now, enjoy a few dreamy images of garden bliss. Enjoy summer while it's here!

Best Wishes,
~ Johanna

* A violet-white clematis vine hugs the weathered arbor JP and I were married under many years ago....

* Luscious red roses frame a pretty sea of varied green textures...

* I found this old bird bath at a garage sale this spring and immediately found the perfect spot for it....

* Peering beyond a profuse column of magenta clematis, you can see our garden shed that JP built...

* Looking back from the garden shed, red geraniums add a bright spot of color to decorative window boxes...

* Another view of the garden reveals a variety of blooms....

* Magenta rose campion and clematis are some of my favorite hues especially when paired with lime and chartreuse green leaves...

* Peering through the rose bush, you can spot an old rusty gate that I just adore...

* A pair of terracotta critter planters mark the garden's entrance and greet guests...

* Another peek beyond the old birdbath invites one to sit for a spell...

Cheers to warm summer nights, fragrant flowers and colorful gardens that entice and inspire the senses.