The Lord Baltimore hibsicus, Pride of Barbados and variegated shell ginger are all perfectly happy with the hot weather.
The Tecoma stans, or Esperanza, are still blooming like crazy.
The path down the side of the house still has some blooms, though they are beginning to dwindle. Except for the Salvia madrensis, or pineapple sage, which blooms very late in the summer (well, OUR summer, that is).
These stunning spires are criss crossing with a single Salvia greggii bloom.
And at the end of the path, Artemis awaits.
Her hairdo, comprised of squid agave and creeping Jenny, adds a whimsical touch.
In the back, the fountain shade garden is lush with tropical flair, including Persian shield, Philodrendron, Coleus, sparkler sedge and Duranta 'golden showers.'
More yellow further up the bed with this Thryallis, the whale's tongue agave and a view of the deep orange Tecoma 'balls of fire.'
Yes, the brisk breezes of fall sound very appealing, but I love enjoying these long-lasting Indian summer blooms. The forecast calls for a drop this week -- 90 on Wednesday and then 80 for the high on Thursday, and 74 on Friday.
It's coming, it's just a little slow getting here!
Your garden looks so lush and tropical even after a long summer. It's nice to see so much color at the end of the season. Enjoy the transition to fall. I remember how long those Texas summers are.
ReplyDeleteI love the views of your front garden! That Thryallis is beautiful and new to me - I haven't seen it offered here. My Tecoma stans still seems reluctant to bloom but I hope it'll be as pretty as yours one day. Best wishes for cooler days - summer hasn't quite let go here either.
ReplyDeleteDiana, I work as garden and landscaping designer, according to what I saw in pictures that you published is increasing confidence that random organization of the plants (as nature) in many times much nicer than modern arrangement, its beautiful garden, but you must take care of it more.. Thanks
ReplyDeleteYour autumns are like our summers, so I imagine it's a wonderful, comfortable time of year for you. The views of Artemis--down the path and up close--are inspirational. And your front garden is so colorful!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteKarin - Summer is really hanging on, but I have to admit I love having the garden to enjoy for such a long time. But I'm starting to see plants decline as they sense that fall is supposed to be here!
ReplyDeleteKris - Thanks. I love the tecoma, it blooms for such a long time. The Thryallis doesn't come into its own until late summer, though.
Malik - Yes, even a wild look in the garden takes time and care!
Beth - Thanks - I love the hot colors in our hot gardens. I call my approach to the front garden confetti - pops of every color!
Linda - Thanks. Even though I want the cooler temps of fall, I'd love to keep all of the blooms forever!