Sunday, March 17, 2013

March 17, 2013 - Windy wildflowers in Wallula

Phlox - but none of my three flower books show which one!

Cushion phlox

Balsamroot

Twin Sisters

East of Twin Sisters, on the trail

Today was windy, which interfered with gardening.  So, out the door to Twin Sisters to see if I can manage a short hike.  And the answer to that is yes, as long as it's relatively brief!  I expected to see a few flowers blooming on the hike - just not the ones I saw.  It's early for phlox and balsamroot, and there was also biscuitroot and crazyweed in bloom.  But what I had hoped for, yellow bells, are either not to be found in the area, or are not yet sprouted.
 
Meanwhile, back in the garden, the asparagus continues to grow, the apricot is in full bloom (and got through a night without a frost - several more of those to go!) and the daffodils continue to brighten the garden.  Everything is adding more green every day - apropos for St. Patrick's Day!

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