Does climate change mean more flowery and lush Mediterranean gardens? Yes, if this spring in Cataluna is any indication. In the past few weeks we've had lower temps, rains, thunderstorms, and, of course, strong winds. Bad for the early vacationers, but for us - a welcome bounty of blossoms!
The summer heat is just now setting in, but before it did, we shot a load of photos to flaunt the display we've been reveling in.
The endless rambling rose entwined with ice plant sets off prickly pear cactus and broom.
Under the pergola salvia, gaura, verbena bonariensis and basil.
Cosmos, scented geranium, nasturtium capucine get plenty of cover from the encroaching pandorea.
Several varieties of lavender, santolina, tanacetum and teuchrium are finally filling in this area.
A statue of the Buddha is nearly hidden by two varieties of rose, geranium, and a killer cactus.
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| I had to look up this new beauty. It's called Moltkia suffruticosa. |
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| One of several varieties of eurphorbia. |
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| This is a very happy cactus! |
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| The acanthus are just starting to show their purply/white blooms. |
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| The scabiosa cretica has nearly gone by, but it has produced so many flowers it had to be included. |
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| These red orange geranium look super bright when set off by the blue of this succulent. |
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Those trays of red in the foreground show Steve's handiwork, He's picked and dried several kilos of cherries.
Thanks for letting us share these with you.
All the seasons best to you, Linda and Steve |
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