Now I know

Do you have this plant growing in your garden?  

I didn't know what it was until a friend of mine on facebook posted a picture of it the other day and identified it as Jewels of Opar, also known as the fameflower.  This plant has been growing in my garden for several years now, popping up everywhere.   I just thought it was some type of baby's breath.  I love the pretty pink flowers and tiny burgundy and gold seedpods.  It sows freely and is drought tolerant.  

Another one of my favorites, and this one was a gift from Mother Nature.  

Time for planting

I picked up some seed packets at the garden center and I'm ready to go! I love this time of year when we can get out in the garden and plant our veggies and flowers for the season. Digging in the dirt is one of my favorite pasttimes and great therapy.

I've read that more and more people are planting vegetable gardens, and that when the economy is down, seed sales spike. Not a bad idea. Get that home grown flavor and save yourself some money at the supermarket.

I'm off now to dig in the dirt.

Have a great day!