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Sunflower
Jul 15, 2007 | 4:30 PM PST
Tags: sunflower , sunflowers , king kong , bloom

Well, I am super happy to say that my sunflowers are blooming! This is the first year that I have put forth any real attempt at growing them and it worked :) They are bringing such happiness to my yard now! I planted the king kong variety that can get to 12' tall. These are about 6 feet with a bloom diameter of about 6-8 inches. They provide a great shot of color when looking out my kitchen window while doing dishes.

 

 

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Morning Suprise!
Jul 10, 2007 | 12:52 PM PST
Tags: hibiscus , hardy , morning , bloom

So I woke up this morning at 4 am with one of the worst migranes I have ever had...my head finally stopped pounding and I got myself together enough to venture outside with my little girl and lo and behold, my hardy hibiscus in all its glory. as if my garden was cheering me up! the magic of god and nature...