…with edible confetti! Who knew the tiny gem-like, hot pink flower of the Eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis) was fit for eating. The following is from my latest article in Northwest Garden News entitled Garden Bones You Can Sink Your Teeth Into:
As for my corydalis collection, I think I’ll place them at the base of my ‘Forest Pansy’ redbud. Their charming, if fleeting, blooms will blend nicely with colorful waves of spring bulbs and other early season perennials, climaxing in April when flowers appear along the redbud’s graceful branches spangling the plants beneath them with a confetti of pink flowers, not unlike the sprinkles on a cupcake. Not only are these tiny blossoms a valuable nectar source for bees, but they are a delectable and decorative addition to spring salads and desserts.
Of course, such careful planning in the garden is just begging to be defied by Mother Nature’s wanton disregard of this years’ calendar. The corydalis have long come and gone, whereas the redbud is still in full bloom in mid May due to our record cold temperatures this spring! You can read the rest of my article here to learn about hanging the floral frock of your garden on a structural framework – yeah, bones – to provide height, proportion and balance. Under the heading “all things edible…all the time” my article lists 16 woody plants that are valuable assets to your garden’s design and provide a delicious crop of berries, fruit, or stalk. I always say “a gal’s gotta eat!”
But back to the garden party. At least according to the codified western calendar it is indeed May; hmmmmm, then why are temperatures still flirting with 40!!! Today is Garden Bloggers Bloom Day – welcome compost comrades! Here are some snaps of my garden’s highlights:
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40′s!? Oh my goodness. You have some beautiful blooms going though!
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