Pink zinnia Hovering over this zinnia blossom is a solitary honey bee vigorously searching for nectar to feed the hive for the survival of its fragile offspring - labor day indeed! Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Echinacea purpurea Is this bee really searching through the lower petals of this purple coneflower looking for nectar, as if picking scraps from a full beard after the meal at the table has been cleared away? Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Garden crossroads Stepping out of the woods there are so many options to consider, a patter over the slates to the open grass lawn, or a journey down a side path to a park bench, or a spot in the shade on a granite bench by a miniature pond, or a turn to the right... Continue Reading →
Clematis Lamppost Climbing vines of flowering clematis soften the granite lamppost and give the appearance of a flowering tree with light purple star-shaped ornaments tapering all the way up to the top, adorned with a glowing lantern at its peak. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Nikko blue Chemistry or botany - these beautiful blue flower heads of bigleaf hydrangea come from the proper combination of morning sunlight and afternoon shade, the appropriate balance of moisture, and, most importantly, the correct soil acidity. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Common Foxglove A naturally beautiful time of year for a wedding when the supple pale pink common foxglove are in bloom amid the bright blue forget-me-nots, and wreathed with precious white bridal spirea. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Casablanca lily White lilies represent many things including purity, commitment, and rebirth and this makes for a powerful statement for ceremonies of joyous or sorrowful occasions. May these be a symbol of strength and support to those in mourning. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Bearded Iris If nature is not enough, then what is? A garden of tall bearded irises protect their magnificent royal heads with long stiff flattened blades around their stalks - no one dare enter, but the pollinators. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Peaceful respite After a long day of Spring clean-up, a cool granite bench in the shade is a pleasant spot to recuperate by a little pond, or just up the garden path is a wooden bench if you prefer. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
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