Roses

JFK Rose. This is the rose that was planted
on the outside of the fence by the road
by the previous owner. I moved it last
summer to the front of the shade garden. It
survived the extreme heat and
now seems to be very happy in it's new
place. Behind this rose
are the white camellias
and white azaleas.

Pink Double Knockouts with the
red Mr Lincoln in the background. This
is the long row of 7 Knockouts
that I planted in front of the fence last spring.
 Eventually they will form one
 long wall of roses and hide
the chain link fence. 

Abraham Darby David Austin
English rose. I have
to stick my nose in this one
every time I am near it.

Heirloom Iris And Other Things Blooming In The Garden Today

I used to call these "wild iris" until my
sister informed me they are
Heirloom iris. 

I just love the iris buds just before they
open. It is almost like having two different
flowers.

Clematis growing on tomato cage.
I'm hoping it will start climbing on the
fence.

Mr Lincoln rose.