What is blooming in your garden today (other plants)? [Archive] - Page 2

chong

05-04-2009, 07:31 PM

I have a blooming one too! It smells very delicious. But Im afraid that it might not set fruit; An overwhelming amount of the immature fruit are dropping. :(

Also Banana shrub - smells like apples and bananas, very heavenly around sunset when the fragrance intensifies....
http://i44.tinypic.com/30calck.jpg

I was hoping that my Michelia Figo could be planted outside here in Zone 8-9, but they are struggling to survive. I had 4 plants 2 years ago, but one did not grow back in the Spring last year. Two of the surving plants bloomed last summer, but the third barely sprouted leaves. I'm afraid that third one my be gone, too. It's not showing any signs of sprouting.

Waiting for Michelia x alba buds to fatten up and this 'First Love' Gardenia to open up more but it smells really good even at this stage....they are really taking forever because the weather here is like very sunny for a week, and then the next week its cold and hazy. :0493:

http://i42.tinypic.com/im8as3.jpg

Where are you located? I've sent some Michelia Champaka var. 'Alba' to several members here in FL and other places in the south, and they have not gotten any flowers from them. Mine blooms easily here in Seattle, and even survived in a cold greenhouse in the winter. Some were continuing to bloom throughout the winter, too!

island cassie

05-05-2009, 12:23 AM

Native orchid rescued from a cut down tree

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17087&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17087&ppuser=628)

Cashew in fruit for the first time.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17086&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17086&ppuser=628)

great little climber!
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17084&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17084&ppuser=628)

musaboru

05-05-2009, 01:58 AM

I was hoping that my Michelia Figo could be planted outside here in Zone 8-9, but they are struggling to survive. I had 4 plants 2 years ago, but one did not grow back in the Spring last year. Two of the surving plants bloomed last summer, but the third barely sprouted leaves. I'm afraid that third one my be gone, too. It's not showing any signs of sprouting.

Where are you located? I've sent some Michelia Champaka var. 'Alba' to several members here in FL and other places in the south, and they have not gotten any flowers from them. Mine blooms easily here in Seattle, and even survived in a cold greenhouse in the winter. Some were continuing to bloom throughout the winter, too!

Figo should be hardy to zone 8, no? Mine's is in a wide 3 gallon pot about 3 feet tall, maybe rootbound but I'm afraid to repot it. This is one of the plants I have that makes me nervous, because it seems so sensitive to watering, sunlight, fertilizer etc. What you don't see is that nearly all of the leaves and like 30 flower buds dropped off already, but its still producing more buds. I hope the new figo hybrids from Australia are easier to grow when they become more readily available.

I'm in Ontario, Calif which is zone 9a I think... or at least zone 8b. I have the alba outside in a pot too in the shade. Another problem here is that the Santa Ana winds really keep the wind chill up especially at night and the humidity low. But I think one of the flowers will open up this weekend.

By Michelia champaca var 'Alba' do you mean a white version of M champaca? Because this would be different from the non-fuzzy M. x alba (a hybrid cross of M. champaca and M. montana) which is more commonly grown in the US. I think you mean the latter, but I do read of them blooming at different times of the year for different people. I am really amazed at how yours bloom in such a situation. You need to tell me how you do it. :bananas_b

They go semi-dormant outdoors here during winter and I guess most of us down south don't bother keeping them sheltered. But I've seen rooted cuttings or grafts bloom readily even at less then one foot.

Caloosamusa

05-05-2009, 01:10 PM

One of my Psychotria nervosas is blooming (native wild coffee). :2239:

Spark

05-06-2009, 02:47 AM

I've got irises. :D I love them, they are my favorite flowers.

http://www.sparkcostumes.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_P1030026.jpg

That was taken a couple of days ago, the sorrel in the background has started blooming since.

Moonshiner

05-06-2009, 12:51 PM

One cactus, one epiphyllum

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17121&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17121)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17122&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17122)

Patty in Wisc

05-06-2009, 08:56 PM

Tulips ... FINALLY!

bencelest

05-07-2009, 01:52 AM

Each morning when I go to my yard redoing my pergola plat, my Washington navel and Clemenule mandarine have "millions" of flowers and my yard smells so fragrant like it has perfume throughout. Thanks to joe's AZ41 that I have no aphids to worry about.

Tog Tan

05-07-2009, 07:08 AM

I don't normally post in this forum but after waiting 4+yrs for my Brassavola perinii X Self to bloom, I had to do it!
I got this plant as a 3 bulb cutting from the US and it took quite a while for it to establish to the climate here. It is now growing as an ephiphyte on my big Cycas clivicola.

<a href=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=13386><img src=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17138 border=0></a>

harveyc

05-12-2009, 02:03 AM

My 'Sweetheart' lychee started to bloom a couple of days ago. I planted it in June 2008 and it is about 5 feet tall. It had some minor frost damage this past winter but is doing pretty well.

Many of my pomegranates are also blooming as are prickly pear cactus. Some of my larger potted avocados are also finishing up blooming.

musaboru

05-17-2009, 11:02 AM

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2156/3539400680_ea74f04634.jpg
Magnolia x alba

saltydad

05-17-2009, 02:37 PM

Bronze Scotch Broom

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2375/3536463431_fb5f09fcea_m.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2165/3539294877_3efea48fd1_m.jpg

Variegated Weigelia

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2143/3536465051_39fbcf501b_m.jpg

angsaidso

05-17-2009, 05:15 PM

Today I have a Venus Flytrap blooming and while that may not be a big deal to most, it is to me in zone 5b!!

Spark

05-17-2009, 05:42 PM

Oh cool! I <3 flytraps, I need to get one still.

angsaidso

05-17-2009, 06:00 PM

Spark - Check out my photo album for my bog pond I built and find the story in the Other Plants Thread (I think I put it under the Do It Yourself Projects section). :-)

Scuba_Dave

05-17-2009, 06:19 PM

Took some pics today
Out of the last 16 days it has rained 11 days
So everything is greening up
Not sure why I fertilized the lawn, needs to be cut again

Fall bulbs are finished, perennials have started to bloom
I also planted 32 trees between 6" - 3' that all seem to be doing OK
Front garden was the only garden that existed when we bought the house
Now there are gardens everywhere
I haven't really touched the front, except to put in the new red edging
I also added the tall Rose of Sharon past the 2nd red azeala
I have been tempted to dig up the red & swap places with the white
But I don't want to chance killing them

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Azealas.jpg

Lupines are coming up everywhere, pink, purple & blue/white
This is the earliest they have ever bloomed

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Lupinespurp.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Bleedingheart-1.jpg

My rhubarb is sending up a flower - 1st time in 4+ years

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Asparagus2.jpg

Someone sent me some Canna's
I have them planted in 2 rows out front - one on the right - other on the left
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Cannasleft.jpg

sunfish

05-31-2009, 03:44 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17903&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17903&ppuser=2868)

Malaysian guava

john_ny

06-01-2009, 09:05 AM

Weigelas

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17912&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17912)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17913&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17913)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=17914&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17914)

john_ny

06-04-2009, 02:28 PM

Kousa dogwood (Cornus kousa). This blooms about a month later than the more common C. floridae.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18006&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18006&ppuser=826)

saltydad

06-06-2009, 06:50 PM

My hardy water lily 'Black Princess'. It didn't bloom last year, so I'm thrilled to see it. Well worth the wait IMHO.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3329/3601335799_bafb719f3a.jpg?v=0

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2482/3602148700_9dea1f0302.jpg?v=0

:woohoonaner:

saltydad

06-06-2009, 07:28 PM

Hey Scuba Dave, love your spring garden!

Caloosamusa

06-07-2009, 07:36 PM

Two of my passion vines have started to bloom heavily, not usual for this time of year, and I'm thankful! While viewing the splendor I found a very large passion fruit on the ground. It was delicious!! :2239:

CValentine

06-08-2009, 11:52 AM

My roses are Blooming!!!

http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z48/chebaby77/IMG_6525-1.jpghttp://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z48/chebaby77/IMG_6530-1.jpg
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z48/chebaby77/IMG_6513-1.jpghttp://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z48/chebaby77/IMG_6520-1.jpg

My Peace & Tropicanana are doing great!! They smell wonderful!!

Other than that, I have your 'standard' flowers around the yard...

Geraniums, Vinica, Impatiens...

Patiently waiting on my Hydrangeas!!

Have a great day! ~Cheryl

Tog Tan

06-08-2009, 12:06 PM

Plumeria Yellow Indon Hybrid
<a href=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17990><img src=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18127 border=0></a>

I am big sucker for yellow colored flowers and this one's not bad considering I am not a big plumeria fan. The hi-yellow flowers are medium sized and good form.

Bob

06-08-2009, 12:13 PM

Cheryl are some of those David Austins? They're looking great.

Tog , I'm not the biggest plumeria fan myself and always claim to be getting rid of mine........till I smell the flowers, then my position softens a bit.

CValentine

06-08-2009, 12:24 PM

Bob,

Those are Jackson & Perkins, HTR, Tropicana & Peace.
I have the Pink Promise, which is new for 2009, there are buds...but no blooms yet...
Patiently waiting!

The David Austin roses are beautiful though & thank you for the compliment, my roses are doing do well here in Texas! :) ~Cheryl

Bob

06-11-2009, 05:11 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18233&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18233)

Not in my garden but always exciting to see an orchid blooming in the wild.

CValentine

06-11-2009, 05:31 PM

I have my Pom's...

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/IMG_6630-2-1.jpg
Turning into fruit... :)
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/cid__0608091046-1.jpg

Beautiful pics everyone!! :) ~Cheryl

musaboru

06-11-2009, 07:53 PM

Nice poms! Beautiful. Makes me want to get one. Can they fruit at least barely ok in a 5 gal pot?

CValentine

06-11-2009, 08:36 PM

Nice poms! Beautiful. Makes me want to get one. Can they fruit at least barely ok in a 5 gal pot?
Other than the dwarf Pom's, I've not had good luck growing Pom's in a pot.
I have a 'Wonderful' that I've tried to be successful with for 2 years...no go...just green stuff...

Mine older ones LOVE to be neglected on the scorching side of the house, LOL!

Just spent the time for about 2 weeks after planting them, watering & lovey-doveying them & 'Boom' they took off on their own.

:) ~Cheryl

The Hollyberry Lady

06-11-2009, 11:52 PM

Here are my 320 Spring bulbs that I planted last Fall, around the apartment building I live in. I am the gardener here. They were so pretty all of May...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0168-1.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0171-2.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0198.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0204-1.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/026.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0203.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-11-2009, 11:59 PM

Hope indoor gardens count too...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/072.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:07 AM

These are my indoor 'rose pink' lilies that just finished blooming. This is when they were at their best...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0262.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0313.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0323-1.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0385.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0384.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:10 AM

This is my African daisy hybrid, grown from seed, blooming inside...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0325-1.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/025.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:17 AM

My white French Vanilla marigold, also grown from seed, now blooming...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0328.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0290.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0312-1.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/002-1.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:20 AM

My Martha Washington 'berry swirl' Pelargonium...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0251.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:27 AM

Some of my indoor hot peppers that have been producing fruits in my windows for over two months now...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0291.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0289.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0288.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0394.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0389.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0153.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0150.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:34 AM

My seed grown Nelumbo Nucifera (Lotus) plant, in my indoor container pond...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0082.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/003-2.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0388.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:36 AM

My cyclamen...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0387.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

06-12-2009, 12:38 AM

My 'black velvet rose' geranium, grown from seed - bloomed all summer last year, just had to show...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/Picture002814-1.jpg

saltydad

06-22-2009, 09:49 PM

I just posted updated pix of the bloomers in my garden now in my gallery, along with some other cool plants.

The Hollyberry Lady

06-22-2009, 10:37 PM

Well, I must say - you are one awesome gardener, Saltydad! Wow! Those pictures are absolutely, outrageously stunning! Thank you for showing us.

A photo gallery, huh? I like that. I may have to begin my own soon, too...

Anyway, just had to comment - those pictures were fabulous!

: )

malaekahana

06-23-2009, 06:20 AM

Today, (well yesterday) My little Be-still tree (Thevetia peruviana) was blooming. This is the second time, the first time the flowers fell off before I could get a good picture. I was really surprised to see it bloom this year, it is only about 3 feet high.
This is also the same plant from the discussion we had about Nikki's Mystery plant (http://www.bananas.org/f8/nikkis-mystery-fruiting-plant-7539.html)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18665&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18665&ppuser=4995)http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18666&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18666&ppuser=4995)

The Hollyberry Lady

06-23-2009, 03:58 PM

Some more shots of some of my stuff. My indoor garden, if you will:

My new 'musa basjoo' pup now producing a new leaf...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0440.jpg

Next 2 shots are my long red cayenne pepper - although not red yet. These were grown from seed and are producing in my living room window! I have an outdoor garden too but enjoy indoor production as well...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0438.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0439.jpg

This is my purple cayenne also grown from seed and producing inside as well. The peppers are such a dark purple that they appear black...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0437.jpg

My seed grown Aquilegia double blue and white Columbine, from the winky series, brand new for 2009. No one believes it's actually a Columbine because the second pic is what the flowers will look like! Mine is still a seedling yet, but will bloom all next Spring.

I assure you, it is Columbine despite how unusual the flowers are...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0419.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/Aquilegia_Double_Winky_Blue_and_Whi.jpg

Some very interesting marigolds - seeds given to me in a trade. It is called 'tagetes lucida' - blooming in my kitchen window...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0426.jpg

Lastly for now, 2 shots of my seed grown 'Jerusalem Cherry' (Solanum Pseudocapsicum)...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0414.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0415.jpg

Alright, one or two more! My 'berry swirl' Pelargonium, and my 'black velvet rose' geranium...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0404.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0408.jpg

: )

saltydad

06-23-2009, 04:52 PM

Beautiful! I must single out that columbine...stunning! Those peppers look delicious. I can taste the salsa now. :-)

The Hollyberry Lady

06-23-2009, 07:19 PM

Thank you Saltydad!

Yes, that is a stunning Columbine with those blue and white carnation-like blooms. When I saw it in the catalog, my eyes nearly popped out of my head! Unfortunately, I will have to wait until next Spring to see blooms, but by the looks of that picture, it will be well worth the wait!

Here is my seed grown 'Trifetti Variegata' hot pepper plant, producing in my kitchen window. I obtained this variety back in the winter, through a seed trade with someone in Portugal. The peppers are hot and delicious.

Time to make some Chili...

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0455.jpg

Bob

06-24-2009, 05:30 AM

Great stuff HBL. All these are in your house during summer? Are they getting only sunlight through the windows?

The Hollyberry Lady

06-24-2009, 08:37 AM

That's right, Bob - just sun through the windows. Yes, they are all growing inside. Some of them will go outside, and some will continue to stay in.

I also have a 400 W metal halide HID system for the colder winter months.

Thanks.

: )

Bob

06-24-2009, 08:42 AM

You're hardcore alright. I don't know if it's practical for you or not. If you don't have a "mover " for your lighting look in to one. Mine is a 6'( can be extended) metal strip that moves the light end to end every 20 minutes.You can almost quadruple the amount of plants growing under it. I'm not suggesting it looks like you need more though!:ha::ha::ha:

The Hollyberry Lady

06-24-2009, 08:57 AM

Neat suggestion, Bob, but I don't think I have the room to move the light anywhere. I live in a one bedroom apartment, and the fixture is stationary in a corner of my bedroom. I am able to grow tons of stuff under it over the winter, including strawberries!

I get many plants under it - you'd be surprised. I've had the lamp for over 3 years, and it is just terrific. I use a warm deluxe SunMaster full spectrum bulb, that is just amazing. I just keep shifting the plants around, instead of the lamp.

Great suggestion though, for someone with more room.

: )

CValentine

06-24-2009, 11:05 AM

Yellow Hibiscus opened today...Blooms all over!! :) ~Cheryl

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18726&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18726)

snc

06-24-2009, 11:57 AM

forget what they are called, taken with phone so not that great of pic but you can zoom in on it.

The Hollyberry Lady

06-24-2009, 03:43 PM

Oh wow, CValentine, those are one of the nicest I've seen! Gorgeous bi-colored blooms.

: O

Scuba_Dave

06-24-2009, 05:24 PM

Wow, I have lots of hibiscus but not yellow
Some of mine are the tree/shrubs - reseed readily
Other grow from roots (tubers) every year
Which is the yellow - tubers?

Ah - its a warm weather plant - zone 10

musaboru

06-24-2009, 06:37 PM

forget what they are called, taken with phone so not that great of pic but you can zoom in on it.

Hymenocallis (Spider Lily). Too bad they only bloom for about a week once a year. Do you notice a very very faint scent? Its enchanting. :)

CValentine

06-24-2009, 07:06 PM

Just bought it this year Dave...

Am going to cross-pollenate with a like yellow & a double red I have,(below :) )
Have taped/marked the stems of the yellow/yellow pollenated combos & will start the yellow/double red here next week.
Doubtful of the outcome on the double red(was told it was tropical)...but I dunno - so here goes nothing!

Will keep y'all posted on how it's going! :) ~Cheryl

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18731&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18731)

Thanks for the compliments everyone, I LOVE my hibiscus!! :) ~Cheryl

The Hollyberry Lady

07-01-2009, 08:23 PM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/thumbnailCAESUBJ3.jpg

Ok, the 1st shot is my just beginning to bloom, 'Hagley' clematis vine...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/148.jpg

These next two shots are my seed grown 'Jerusalem Cherry' - a poisonous but extremely ornamental houseplant.

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/152.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/153.jpg

The following few shots are my lily garden, filled with asiatic and oriental lilies, just beginning to bloom. The type you see in the picture is asiatic 'lollipop'...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/134.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/138.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/132.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/tn_191.jpg

Alright, one more!

: O

This is my very first ripening 'Tennessee Cheese' sweet pepper - said to be as sweet as candy! I am so excited to try it. I grew this plant from seed also...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/150.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/a_woman_planting_plants_in_a_garden.jpg

browndrake

07-01-2009, 11:28 PM

I got my garden in very late this year. My vegetables are just now starting to bloom.

I was up on the mountain Saturday. The elderberries are in full bloom. Looks like it will be a good crop this year. ...Looking forward to some more elderberry jelly.

No pretty pics like everybody else...No camera until we find which box it is in.

aaron

saltydad

07-02-2009, 11:58 AM

Hi Cheryl- Your beautiful yellow hibiscus looks very much like my Summer Wind Tropical Hib.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/data/500/thumbs/DSC002741.JPG

I also have 2 others in bloom now, Purple Magic and a peach noid:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18914&size=1

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/data/500/thumbs/DSC02132.JPG

I love hibiscus, both hardy and trops. Will post pics when the hardies start to bloom.

Yellow Hibiscus opened today...Blooms all over!! :) ~Cheryl

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=18726&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18726)

The Hollyberry Lady

07-02-2009, 12:31 PM

Just beginning to open for me this morning - my 'Cappuccino' lilies...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0547.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0548.jpg

CValentine

07-02-2009, 02:03 PM

LOVE the lilies HBL!!

Howard...the Hibiscus are addicting too, yes? :D
I am looking for a Fais do do,Susan Schlueter, All Aglow, Black Dragon, Hawaiian Salmon...((Sigh)) the list is long.. :)

Keep the pics coming!! LOVE IT!! :) ~Cheryl

The Hollyberry Lady

07-02-2009, 10:32 PM

Where the obsession all began...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/1156-2.gif

Ok, although these are bad shots, here are my very first gardens from over 6 years ago, now...

: O

I need to get the negatives developed so you can see the best shots (they were given to my grandmother), but these were the crappy peeks that were left. I will get the negatives developed soon. For now though, just so you can get an idea, here are my 1st gardens.

Nearly everything was grown from seed, except for the red roses and the gladiolas...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0001.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0005.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0003.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0008.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0006.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0002.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0007.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/scan0004.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/3570-1.gif

Bob

07-03-2009, 06:31 AM

Are you sure you're posting from Canada? Other than Vancouver nothing grows there, it's the frozen tundra isn't it?:ha::ha::ha:

The Hollyberry Lady

07-03-2009, 08:27 AM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/1157-1.gif

The proof is in the pudding Bob, that plenty grows here!

musaboru

07-03-2009, 10:40 PM

Those Jerusalem cherry make my mouth water...makes me think of a nice salad with cherry tomatoes and frensh dresssing.

I love the cappuccino lilies! Awesome.

The Hollyberry Lady

07-04-2009, 08:44 AM

Yes, the Jerusalem Cherry is very appealing to children and animals also, but they are completely and utterly POISONOUS!
It would be the last salad you would ever eat!

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/32702340fd92660a26d0dfc7156d425a.gif

I love those Cappuccino lilies too - so different. I have another variety opening today also. If I have time, I'll try to get a shot of it. I planted an assortment of colors.

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/149069-5.gif

Caloosamusa

07-04-2009, 11:53 AM

Miracle Fruit! :2239:

The Hollyberry Lady

07-04-2009, 12:09 PM

Ok, here are my new 'Jacqueline' lilies that are just beginning to bloom this morning...

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0555.jpg

saltydad

07-04-2009, 04:58 PM

Stunning!

The Hollyberry Lady

07-06-2009, 03:07 PM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/92d525d8595cb9fa2dae2d66cba6a1ed-1.gif

Just did up this pot of succulent cactus cuttings and plants and put it outside by the backdoor.

Among them are 'string of pearls', burro's tail, 'burrito' (baby burro's tail), jade, echeveria, and a couple others. I thought I'd show a pic...

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0558.jpg

CValentine

07-08-2009, 11:49 AM

Taken just this morning!!!

A 'Red Wave' to say good morning!!

http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/IMG_7372.jpg

Beautiful!! :) ~Cheryl

CValentine

07-11-2009, 12:27 PM

Just a minute flower, but pretty...
Tradescantia pallida
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/cid__0710091211.jpg
Plant dug up from my Best friend Rebecca's front yard on post before she moved to Fort Lewis, WA 3 weeks ago.
She gave it to me, because it was the only this that she could grow without killing it!! LOL!!

Next...my hydrangea is in full fluff!!
Has a little friend crawling on it too! :)
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/IMG_7267-1.jpg

AND the hibiscus' this morning!!!
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/IMG_7408.jpghttp://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv49/valentines12/cid__0710090945.jpg

Brings me joy as we are stripping and painting the intake manifold & headers for the truck today.
Feeds a little different side of me.
LOVE my plants!!!

Hope y'all are having a great week-end too!! :) ~Cheryl

musaboru

07-11-2009, 03:01 PM

Cheryl, be careful where you plant that Tradescantia. Even if you pull them out and put a weed cover over that ground, they will still come back! XD

island cassie

07-11-2009, 03:08 PM

Cheryl - lovely hibiscus!

CValentine

07-11-2009, 10:15 PM

Cheryl, be careful where you plant that Tradescantia. Even if you pull them out and put a weed cover over that ground, they will still come back! XD
Thanks musaboru!

Good thing I have them in a contained box!
My Mom always did the same thing in her herb beds with her spearmint & peppermint plants.
Planted them in the coffee can...something about how it likes to inbreed, it bastardizes it.
LOL, I dunno, just what i've heard. :)

Thanks for the tip! ~Cheryl

MediaHound

07-12-2009, 08:13 AM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19206&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19206)

Aerides houlletiana x sib
Click on the image twice to view a larger image.

In this pic only half the buds are open. It was absolutely stunning when they all opened.
And the smell is the most delicious thing you have ever smelled in your life.

Pic taken just a couple weeks ago. The buds have since fallen off. The three pendants now remain, the one on the left with one seed pod, the center and one on the right have two seed pods each.

The Hollyberry Lady

07-12-2009, 08:46 AM

MediaHound:

All I can say is...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2-4.gif

The Hollyberry Lady

07-12-2009, 06:25 PM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/149069-6.gif

Finally getting around to posting some more lily varieties that bloomed today in my garden...

1st is oriental 'Acapulco'
2nd is asiatic 'Conneticut King'
3rd is oriental 'La Reve'

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0581.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0587.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0583.jpg

Although I know I showed these lilies before - wasn't sure if I showed this particular shot of my 'Cappucino' asiatics when they were in bloom...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0562.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/rainbowflower.gif

saltydad

07-14-2009, 05:57 PM

My blackberry lily is blooming today!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19304&size=1

http://www.bananas.org/%5Burl=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19304&ppuser=1040%5D%5Bimg%5Dhttp://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19304&size=1%5B/img%5D%5B/url%5D

The Hollyberry Lady

07-14-2009, 06:08 PM

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/flower204.gif

Those blackberry lilies are absolutely stunning! Makes me glad I sowed some seeds. Are they perennial and do they enjoy shade? I don't know much about them but they look gorgeous.

Here are my blackberry lily seedlings...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0569.jpg

: )

saltydad

07-14-2009, 06:19 PM

Definitely perennial for me here in zone 7, and I have them in a section of the yard that gets sun until around 3 PM. They are beautiful, aren't they? I'm a sucker for all kinds of lilies. Unfortunately, so are the rabbits. :-(
They are in a bed that has turned 'orange'. Blooming now are the remnants of orange hot pokers, tiger lilies, double tiger lilies, orange crocosmia and the blackberry lily. I'll see if I can get a pic to post. BTW, yours are gorgeous!

The Hollyberry Lady

07-14-2009, 06:24 PM

Yours are totally gorgeous!

I don't know what color mine will be. Someone gave me the seeds in a trade from another forum. A whole lot of them. The seeds are very ornamental on the plants too, and look like blackberries. Do you collect seed from your plants?

Great to hear they are perennial. I was told they would be here also, but wanted a second opinion. I just love the leaves. I'll be sure to post pics of my blooms next year...

: )

island cassie

07-18-2009, 02:51 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19517&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19517&ppuser=628)

Now that the weather has turned hot, dry and humid (contradiction in terms methinks) the gingers are loving it and the torch gingers are full of flowers.

The Hollyberry Lady

07-18-2009, 02:55 PM

Beautiful!

: )

saltydad

07-18-2009, 05:57 PM

The latest- a group of Stargazer lilies, a red hardy hibiscus, and a group shot

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19546&size=1

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19547&size=1

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19545&size=1.

The Hollyberry Lady

07-18-2009, 06:44 PM

Gorgeous!

: )

Mark Hall

07-19-2009, 05:49 AM

Brugmansia Snowbank,Roscoea Beesianum,Daylily Summer wine.

saltydad

07-19-2009, 02:33 PM

I was over visiting a friend yesterday who has the most amazing garden. He lives in Washington, DC, and his backyard is a narrow steep hill. Yet in spite of this he has a beautiful garden. I took a few shots and they are in my Gallery labeled "Visit to John Boggan's Garden". Enjoy.

The Hollyberry Lady

07-22-2009, 07:59 PM

Another lily bloomed for me just today...http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/0133.gif

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0691.jpg

paula

07-24-2009, 07:09 AM

My sunflowers. and unknown banana
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19807&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19807&ppuser=1005)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19806&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19806&ppuser=1005)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19803&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19803&ppuser=1005):woohoonaner:

Musa

07-24-2009, 09:42 AM

Malva sylvestris-zebrina
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19702&size=1

Black Hollyhock filled Blossom
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=19512&size=1

Delphinium Belladonna - "Atlantis"
http://www.xtrem-kites.com/190720092142.jpg

saltydad

07-24-2009, 12:05 PM

Hey Musa, what's the name of the black double hollyhock? I have a single, but yours is stunning!

neferset

07-24-2009, 01:56 PM

Cucumbers
Mango Melons
Thai Peppers
Habeneros
Datils
Tomatillos
Wax Beans
Heirloom Rose

saltydad

08-02-2009, 08:34 PM

saltydad

08-04-2009, 05:30 PM

NEED SOME HELP

Here are 3 different hardy hibiscus plants blooming today in my yard. All are 'red', although A and C have more 'fuchsia'. None has an ID. Note the different petal arrangement. Flowers A and C both have petals that tend to be separately displayed, while B tends to have overlapping petals.The distinguishing characteristic is the color of the stigma....yellow in C, red in A. Can anyone help me in ID'ing these hardy hibiscus? C reminds me of Texas Star, but it has a huge flower, up to a foot wide. I appreciate any help here. (Note- if desired I can also post pics of the leaf for each.)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20476&size=1
Hibiscus A

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20477&size=1

Hibiscus B

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20478&size=1

Hibiscus C

The Hollyberry Lady

08-04-2009, 05:35 PM

Gorgeous!

: )

CValentine

08-04-2009, 06:18 PM

Looks like(A & C) are 'Disco Belle Red' hibiscus to me Howard!
B looks like a tropical Red Hibiscus with the ridged-edged leaves.

BEA-utiful!!! :D
:) ~CHeryl

CValentine

08-05-2009, 09:36 AM

A 'Red Wave' variegated hibiscus!!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20506&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20506)

Maybe a Cairo Red on B Howard? :) ~Cheryl

Richard

08-06-2009, 02:25 PM

White Sapote 'Sue Bell' !

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20571&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20571)

Sixwing

08-14-2009, 12:51 PM

Serrano peppers!
Pretty little nodding flowers. They look shy, almost.
Also, Portulaca. I love the stuff. It does not love my balcony, but at least it's still trying, unlike the sorry excuse for globe basil.
Lemon-lime basil is also blooming, much to my dismay. All my efforts to keep it cut back (yum) just make it throw more flower heads.

musaboru

08-14-2009, 08:20 PM

Updated my Gallery with new bloomers, etc., such as my Chawan Basu water lotus

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20348&size=1

Once the petals fell, here's the seed pod.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=20475&size=1

This one is similar in appreance to Chawan Basu, but its actually called 'Empress'. They're both beautiful. :goteam:

Chawan Basu has more of a solid pink edge (but gradient) and the lines of the petals are more visible.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-14-2009, 08:35 PM

You and I have got to trade seeds!

: O

My pink Nelumbo Nucifera seedling...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0907.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

08-14-2009, 08:39 PM

Also...

White Swan echinacea coneflower, 'Tiger Eye Gold' Rudbeckia, red geranium with 'string of pearl' cuttings, mixed pot of hot peppers, 'caerulea' passion flower vine on trellis, musa basjoo with succulent cuttings, lotus container pond with fish...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0898.jpg

saltydad

08-14-2009, 11:14 PM

This one is similar in appreance to Chawan Basu, but its actually called 'Empress'. They're both beautiful. :goteam:

Chawan Basu has more of a solid pink edge (but gradient) and the lines of the petals are more visible.

So you think this was a mislabel when I got it? Thanks for the info., musaboru.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-14-2009, 11:22 PM

My yellow Foxglove...

: )

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0876.jpg

penJ.

08-17-2009, 04:01 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21357&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21357&ppuser=1693)
passiflora victoria. Waiting allardii and incense to bloom. Does anyone have advice how to make mollisima to flower???

The Hollyberry Lady

08-18-2009, 07:54 PM

Assortment of my ornamental/edible hot peppers...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0936.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0939.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0937.jpg

: )

Bob

08-18-2009, 08:07 PM

HBL, do you actually eat all these hot peppers? You should post some recipes (lemon balm tea turned out a winner).

musaboru

08-19-2009, 01:16 AM

So you think this was a mislabel when I got it? Thanks for the info., musaboru.

Yes, definitely a a mislabled one. From what I've noticed online, many people do receive the wrong lotus through mail order. Quite understandable due to the nature of this plant. The tubers get mixed up easily.

Compare the pictures in these links:
Nelumbo Cultivar Gallery (http://www.victoria-adventure.org/lotus/cultivar_galleries/chawan_basu.html)

Nelumbo Cultivar Gallery (http://www.victoria-adventure.org/lotus/cultivar_galleries/alba_striata.html)

malaekahana

08-20-2009, 06:24 AM

The other day my Hibiscus clayi finally bloomed. It's a Hawaiian native plant. It is about 3 feet tall and I have grown it from seed. This is the second year and I put it in the ground earlier in the spring. We will see if it will last through the winters here in Houston.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21417&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21417&ppuser=4995)

Caloosamusa

08-20-2009, 07:55 AM

It will freeze to the ground in the winter. In zone 9 Central Florida they would sometimes be killed outright by the cold. It gets colder in Houston. Create an outdoor green house on the south side and it will do better. I think you already know this. Best wishes!!! :2239:

Eric

08-21-2009, 03:28 PM

White Habinero (finally), Jalapeno, Chili, etc peppers. Mexican sunflowers (attracting green Hummingbirds). Orange & Lipstick 6' cannas. Also, 2 new blooms starting on one of my Colocasia Illustrus! .... And my girlfriend cause she Luvs Illustrus :).
Will add pics as soon as I get some time.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 04:24 PM

Sorry I missed your post before, Bob!

: O

Yes, I actually do eat all of the hot peppers I grow! Great the lemon balm tea was a success - I've been drinking it for years now.

Oh you want a recipe for the hot peppers, do you? Well here it is...

INGREDIENTS:

~ pair of scissors
~ 1-2 hot peppers of any variety
~ one plate of hot food

METHOD:

Take the 1-2 chili peppers and using the scissors, cut small rings into one plate of hot food. Enjoy!

Simple like the lemon balm tea - but how I enjoy them best.

: )

Bob

08-21-2009, 05:05 PM

Sounds simple enough.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 05:12 PM

Jack Daw

08-21-2009, 05:25 PM

It was actually just my attempt at being a smart-ass again, Bob! I don't really have any exact recipes, so I just cut the peppers into my plate of food, but I also cook them in sauces, soups, chilli, etc.

Anything you want to add spice and heat to, is how I use them. On just about everything, basically. No, I do take nights off from the heat but not many.

: )
Cool. Precisely what I need to know right now.
I have... LOTS and LOTS of chilli peppers right now and I'm curious:
What is the best way to prepare the chilli pasta? You know, the Mexican one, with some unknown additives (like what makes that pasta so special and fleshy)...
Do you have any special recipe for that?
Sauces would be another interesting topic in the recipe section. ;)
Thanks.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 07:00 PM

Sorry Jack - I've never even had it, let alone have a recipe!!!

: O

All I know is whatever you're making, you add enough hot peppers to satisfy your personal taste. It's different for everyone. I usually add 10 little hot peppers to a pot of sauce, but for most that would be just way too hot, so it's whatever you like. Experimenting is everything when it comes to chili peppers.

Whatever you're making, just use scissors to cut little rings into the dish, or right into the pot. I even fry up hamburger, strain off the grease, then add 2-3 chilies and a couple cloves of garlic. Then I add some fresh tomatoes crushed up with my fresh grown basil, and pour it over pasta. A quick and easy, but delicious meal!

: )

P.S. Note: 2-3 chilies in this recipe would burn the lips off most!

: O

Bob

08-21-2009, 08:12 PM

It was actually just my attempt at being a smart-ass again, Bob!
: )

You don't say! .......... I use a lot too.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 08:22 PM

Oh yeah, I forgot - you know me well by now!

: )

I usually have to make a separate 'hot' dish for company, because they are a bunch of hot pepper wussies! Can't take the heat. Good to know you like it hot also.

I should send ya some bhut jolokia seeds, Bob. Then talk to me about hot!

Mamma mia, now thatza spicey meatball!!!

: O

Bob

08-21-2009, 08:34 PM

You cant be that old to remember the old alka seltzer commercial.............sorry , forgot you're in Canada:ha:
By all means send some seeds................I think?..........Sounds like they're for cooking , not eating. Ever try making home made hot sauce? Other than the usual poppers etc. that everyone does this is pretty satisfying and lasts long after harvest. Food process them add salt, and just enough vinegar to cover. Let it sit a few months( I can never wait longer) strain and you have your own yearly vintage. Depending on your blend or single pepper concoction it can be excellent.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 09:00 PM

I usually freeze them in my freezer and eat them all winter long, but thanks for the suggestions because I love hot sauce, Bob.

I plan on doing more things with my peppers later - if I can get off of these gardening forums long enough to do something else!

: O

Bob

08-21-2009, 09:14 PM

Get away from the computer.........yeah talking to other gardeners can be addictive.........The peppers freeze well aye?..........never tried. Didn't grow any this year since I dedicated the space to bananas. The local organic farmer at the weekly farmers market takes good care of me though. I'll try some in the freezer if there's a glut of something that's interesting this fall when they come in.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 09:21 PM

They freeze great - they're just soggy when ya thaw them. With hot peppers though you don't mind, because they just go into your food. I like to cut them into rings when they're still frozen and firm. The freezing doesn't affect the heat whatsoever.

: )

musaboru

08-21-2009, 11:03 PM

:ha:Oh yeah, I forgot - you know me well by now!

: )

I usually have to make a separate 'hot' dish for company, because they are a bunch of hot pepper wussies! Can't take the heat. Good to know you like it hot also.

I should send ya some bhut jolokia seeds, Bob. Then talk to me about hot!

Mamma mia, now thatza spicey meatball!!!

: O

Its sucks living with hot pepper pussies especially if you have to cook for them too! I wish they would all get off the face of this planet. JK! :ha:
I love peppers too! Oh gosh my mouth is watering just thinking about them. Better go get some jalapenos from the fridge now:03:. Bye!

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 11:18 PM

That reminds me - I am growing a cross right now. It's called "Purple Cayenne Jalapeno" because it's a blend of the two!!!...

: O

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0944.jpg

: O

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0949.jpg

: O

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0948.jpg

Here they are when they turn red...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0771-1.jpg

: O

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0769.jpg

Mmmmmm, they're delicious ~ and hotter than hell!

: )

Eric

08-21-2009, 11:41 PM

Awesome! Thanx for the info & Pics, Hollyberry Lady! I'll definitely want to check into that purple Cayenne Jalapeno! Luv hot salsas almost as much as I Luv tacos :).

There's no such thing as too hot... just spicier :) !!

The Hollyberry Lady

08-21-2009, 11:54 PM

It was supposed to be just a purple cayenne plant, but I see my friend grew her purple cayenne a little too close to her jalapeno last season, so this is what her seeds labelled 'purple cayenne' produced!

I am not complaining though, because I love cayenne as well as Jalapeno - So a blend of the two is awesome and kind of unique. Very hot though. They are for the more advanced hot pepper lover.

So you serious about wanting to grow the Bhut Jolokia, Bob? It is considered the hottest pepper in the world! You'd have to be careful with them - they don't kid around, so long as you understand. I would send ya a couple other hot pepper seed varieties too.

PM me with a mailing address, will ya?...

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

08-22-2009, 12:03 AM

You know Jack, way back when you mentioned pasta that's special and fleshy....are you talking about 'rotini' - the sort of spiral pasta? Or 'penne' which is like a tube shape?...

: )

CValentine

08-24-2009, 03:08 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21528&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21528)

My Carnation of India looking beautiful today! :) ~Cheryl

sbl

08-24-2009, 05:31 PM

My peppers are doing great--I have half a dozen jalapenos and some Giant Marconis and one that I don't know what it is--never had a pepper that had a fuzzy leaf--but it looks kinda like a jalapeno. I just put up a quart of jalapeno peppers today--we use about 2 gallons a yr.

I am a big fan of peppers--I really think they have protected my stomach from the medication I take--many people get ulcers from taking it. I also use them for pain and itch relief--works great.

The Hollyberry Lady

08-24-2009, 05:46 PM

Well, where are your pepper pics, Sbl?!!!

: O

southernbanana

08-24-2009, 08:22 PM

We had our 1st Datura Bloom. It was about 5" across and has now become a seedpod.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21537&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21537&ppuser=5975)

The Hollyberry Lady

08-24-2009, 09:33 PM

Ohhhh that is so gorgeous!

: O

Someone just sent me some seeds for that - they call it moonflower.

: )

john_ny

08-25-2009, 09:03 AM

Datura is a shrub; see Brugmansia. Moonflower is a vine; see Ipomea (Morning Glory)

jnstropic

08-25-2009, 12:10 PM

<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=onc450725082.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/onc450725082.jpg" border="0" alt="Milt. moreliana 'Lizzie' AM-AOS"></a>
This is Milt. moreliana 'Lizzie' AM-AOS that I bought 20 years ago. Seven years ago I had it judged and it received award of AM/AOS.
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=lizzies.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/lizzies.jpg" border="0" alt="'Lizzie' AM/AOS"></a>
I keep selling or giving plants away and I still have a yard full of Lizzies.

sbl

08-25-2009, 12:17 PM

here are some of my flowers (sorry the pictures are a little bleached).
Mexican Petunia:http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21551&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21551&ppuser=5736)
Glory Bush:http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21553&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21553&ppuser=5736)
red flower hummers love--not sure what it is called--It was give to me as a Cardinal Flower, but I have been told that is wrong:http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21555&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21555&ppuser=5736)
Giant Marconi Pepperhttp://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21554&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21554&ppuser=5736)
Pineapplehttp://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21552&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21552)

Eric

08-25-2009, 08:12 PM

Found 3 (not 2) big, new yellow flowers on one of my Colocasia Illustris! Took pics already and will add them to this post very soon. They're not opened up yet but I'll add another pic to the post when they are.

UPDATE : This was taken August 26, 2009.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21800&size=1

The Hollyberry Lady

08-28-2009, 05:55 PM

White Swan coneflower (Echinacea)...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0980.jpg

'Mammoth Dark Pink' Chrysanthemum (mums)...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0982.jpg

Osteospermum African Daisy...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI0985.jpg

: )

Blake09

08-28-2009, 07:16 PM

Someone just sent me some seeds for that - they call it moonflower.

: )

meeee ;)

We had our 1st Datura Bloom. It was about 5" across and has now become a seedpod.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21537&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21537&ppuser=5975)

So pretty, Yours looks like a bush? Heres mine:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21810&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21810&ppuser=5852)[/IMG]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21809&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21809&ppuser=5852)[/IMG]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21808&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21808&ppuser=5852)[/IMG]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21807&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21807&ppuser=5852)[/IMG]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21806&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21806&ppuser=5852)

The Hollyberry Lady

08-28-2009, 07:54 PM

I know - thanks Blake.

I already have some in soil - along with the chilly chili seeds!!!

: )

P.S. Beautiful pics!

Steven Valys

08-30-2009, 05:06 PM

Now that the cooler weather is approaching, my dwarf lime has decided to bloom, for the third time this year. No viable fruit, the first round. Round 2 is growing strong, a tad larger than golfballs. What a crazy growing season!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21930&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21930&ppuser=5860)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21928&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21928&ppuser=5860)

saltydad

08-30-2009, 05:12 PM

My tropical hibs are blooming away! The first pic is my first bloom from this variety.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21937&size=1

Hoochie Coochie Cajun Tropical Hibiscus

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21936&size=1

Blake09

08-30-2009, 07:51 PM

nice pics. everyone! :)

Heres tonights blooming moonflowers:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21949&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21949&ppuser=5852)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21948&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21948&ppuser=5852)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21947&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21947&ppuser=5852)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21946&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21946&ppuser=5852)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21945&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21945&ppuser=5852)

Jananas Bananas

08-30-2009, 09:02 PM

My hibiscus is blooming today. The name of it is Mrs. Jimmy Spangler.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21954&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21954&ppuser=5614)

southernbanana

08-31-2009, 10:48 AM

<center>
Beautiful plants yall. I have a few Alocasia plants that growing seed pods. They were given to us by a friend but we're not sure what type they are. Any ideas? 

<img src=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21979&size=1 border=5></a>
 
larger pic of plant
 
<img src=http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=21978&size=1 border=5></a>
</center>

PennyG

09-01-2009, 06:51 AM

Absolutely beautiful pictures everyone.

PT DUffy

09-01-2009, 07:15 AM

Looks more like a Xanthoma, not sure of the sub-species. All my Alocasia/Colocasias have crm/white inflorescences, the Xanths have the more Yellow. Hope that helps...
Cheers,
pat

PT DUffy

09-01-2009, 07:18 AM

Looks like the Red form of a Firebush, at least if those are it's leaves in the back. I did have a Cardinal Flower(a Lobelia)and it's leaves are lance-shaped....
Cheers,
Pat

CValentine

09-01-2009, 10:59 AM

Good Morning!!!

I awoke to glorious blooms in the yard!!! :)

Unknown canna~!
http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_9781.jpgHUGE Apricot Brandy~!http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_9794.jpg

Have a beautiful day!! :) ~Cheryl

momoese

09-01-2009, 11:53 PM

Our Night Blooming Jasmine is going off right this minute. OMG the fragrance is intoxicating!! I just love this plant! :)

PennyG

09-02-2009, 06:31 AM

That flower is so pretty CV.

I can imagine the smell momoese......they are such a nice plant.

The Hollyberry Lady

09-02-2009, 07:23 AM

Oh how I love plants that charm your nostrils.

I am trying to germinate some Ylang Ylang seeds right now (perfume tree). I understand they can take up to 4 months to germinate but if the smell is as nice as they say, it will be well worth the wait.

: )

CValentine

09-02-2009, 03:14 PM

These are beautiful Canna lilies... :)

But does anyone know the 'name' of them?

Is the yellow/orange - Florence Vaughn?

I don't have any idea for the red canna... Thanks! :) ~Cheryl

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=22078&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22078)http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=22076&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22076)

saltydad

09-02-2009, 03:37 PM

Cheryl-the canna on the left looks like my Yellow King Humbert.

http://thumb8.webshots.net/t/96/96/4/94/66/2788494660052048808RbdUED_th.jpg

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=22080&size=1

JaNan- that hibiscus Mrs. Jimmy Spangler is stunning!

http://www.bananas.org/%5BURL=http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2788494660052048808RbdUED%5D%5BIMG%5Dhttp://thumb8.webshots.net/t/96/96/4/94/66/2788494660052048808RbdUED_th.jpg%5B/IMG%5D%5B/URL%5D

Jack Daw

09-02-2009, 03:45 PM

Very very very nice, all of you. I wish I had bigger garden now. Nice job everyone.

Scuba_Dave

09-02-2009, 08:27 PM

My hibiscus have been blooming for a few weeks now
I have dozens all around the house - tuber variety
Red, white, & pinkish from the rooted version
White, White w/red center, Purple from the tree version- literally hundreds now
Funny I don't have many pics of them, actually only 1 of the red

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y105/Daveywb/Plants/Hibiscus.jpg

saltydad

09-02-2009, 10:08 PM

"Was the Yellow King Humbert renamed the Florence Vaughn?"
Cheryl- the 2 names are of the same canna.

momoese

09-04-2009, 03:23 PM

Today in the garden.

Cape Honeysuckle
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/10-1.jpg

Variegated Shell Ginger
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/1-1.jpg

Pink Canna (Taylor, this is the one you have)
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2-1.jpg

Plumeria
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/11-1.jpg

Not Pink Futurity
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/5-1.jpg

Heliconia
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/4-1.jpg

Red Canna of some sort
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/7-2.jpg

Pasiflora Ruby Red
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/9-2.jpg

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/8-1.jpg

Succulent flowers
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/6-1.jpg

And last but not least, my favorite flower in the garden right now, Night Blooming Jasmine :)
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/3-1.jpg

saltydad

09-04-2009, 03:56 PM

Oh, I can smell it now....

bencelest

09-04-2009, 04:18 PM

Our Night Blooming Jasmine is going off right this minute. OMG the fragrance is intoxicating!! I just love this plant! :)

Were can you buy this plant Mitchell?

momoese

09-04-2009, 04:28 PM

I'm not sure up your way Benny, but down here pretty much any decent nusery/garden center will have them. The trick is to get a large one because once you smell the frgrance you'll wish it was a bigger tree! The air around the Hollwod area is thick with the fragrance on Summer nights. Not sure why so much has been planted in this one area but I sure do love it!

jnstropic

09-04-2009, 06:28 PM

Today I have two adeniums blooming.
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=45093091.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/45093091.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
This is a seedling that I bought 5 years ago (not yet flowered when I bought it).
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=45093092.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/45093092.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
This one is a grafted clone from Thailand
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=45071091.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/45071091.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
This is another Thailand clone that bloomed last month. This is a double and it will take a bit of time for the flowers to be full double.

saltydad

09-05-2009, 03:01 PM

I love Adeniums! Beautiful. Anyone groeing one called "Black Fire #2"? How is it? Seems just stunning to me.

sunfish

09-05-2009, 04:32 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=22338&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22338&ppuser=2868)

Barbados Cherry

jnstropic

09-05-2009, 07:32 PM

I Googled Adenium 'Black Fire#1', and this is all I could find.
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=Adenium.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/Adenium.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
Most of these come from Thailand and some of the pictures have been through Photoshop to make them a bit better.
<a href="http://s337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/?action=view&current=Adiniumdesktop1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n399/jnstropic/Adiniumdesktop1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>
This is a picture of my seedling from last year, when it was at its best. I Don't use Photoshop, but I do use Gimp and no color was changed in the picture. I use it for the background on my computer.

Blake09

09-05-2009, 07:35 PM

wow thats just beautiful!! I wish I had that plant!!

ccandela

09-14-2009, 10:01 AM

praying hands bananas

Eric

09-15-2009, 04:11 PM

Well, actually yesterday, Passion Flowers! One Flower open so far and lots more buds on the vines! Had to over-winter, here in zone-7, for one winter. Took 2 summers to bring them to bloom stage.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23103&size=1

Also found a new Water Hyacinth bloom:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23100&size=1

And also found a ninth flower (this year so far) on one of my Colocasia Illustris:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23090&size=1

The Hollyberry Lady

09-15-2009, 05:52 PM

What did you do with your passion flower vine over the winter, Eric? I have a Caurulea I grew from seed and I don't think it's going to give any blooms this summer, so maybe next...

: )

Caloosamusa

09-15-2009, 06:57 PM

Passionfruit and Firebush (Hamalia patens), I'm not getting much fruit but looks like later this fall I'll have quite a lot of Passionfruit. The Firebush is full of fruit and still blooming. I have over four birds at a time eating the fruit and they don't even bother to fight over it anymore!! :2239:

The Hollyberry Lady

09-15-2009, 07:03 PM

Very exciting!

: )

Eric

09-15-2009, 08:32 PM

What did you do with your passion flower vine over the winter, Eric? I have a Caurulea I grew from seed and I don't think it's going to give any blooms this summer, so maybe next...

: )

Hi HBL :), I grew them in a big pot the first summer then just brought them in and put them in the indoor garden. They lost some leaves over the winter but recovered when I put them in the ground in the spring. The plant was about 1 1/2 foot tall when I got it spring before last. Guess I'll dig it up this fall and bring it in again & just hope for the best.
Hope ya post some pics of the Caurulea when it blooms :) !
Never seen one of those before.

Scuba_Dave

09-15-2009, 09:24 PM

Bloomin's over here
Almost time to start cutting back the dead stuff

island cassie

09-15-2009, 09:40 PM

Passiflora caurulea are very hardy - we grew them outdoors in England for many years with no special attention. Left them outside for the winter and cut them back in the spring when they started to sprout. It used to flower like mad and set lots of orange fruits - quite tasty to eat but not as good as the commercial tender kinds.

The Hollyberry Lady

09-15-2009, 10:08 PM

I am growing my vine more for the ornamental beauty than anything.

Thanks for the information Eric - I was hoping you'd say that! I am growing mine in a pot also, but was going to bring it indoors over the winter as well. Here is how it looks currently...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/650.jpg

Eric

09-16-2009, 05:44 AM

The Hollyberry Lady

09-16-2009, 07:41 AM

You may have been misinformed because I was told that they bloom in the summer and produce fruits into the Fall. Sounds to me like yours is right on schedule!

: )

The Hollyberry Lady

09-16-2009, 07:43 AM

By the way...

Thank you, about my vine! I grew it from seed and it is over 7 or 8 months old now! I just keep weaving the vines back down the trellis and it has gotten really thick. I love the dark green leaves. Can't wait for flowers!

: )

Richard

09-16-2009, 11:35 AM

Fantastic job, Hollyberry :) !! Never expected to see Passion vines in Ontario, especially some that awesome!! BTW, I was told that Passion vines were only supposed to bloom in the spring. Not sure why mine are blooming this close to Autumn. Guess they just got a mind of their own!

There are many species of Passiflora from both tropical and subtropical environments. The bloom and fruit (or lack of) varies quite a bit. My Passiflora edulis cultivar "Frederick" blooms non-stop from late spring through Fall here in San Diego. This time of year it is also raining fruit -- over a gallon a day.

jack hagenaars

09-16-2009, 03:34 PM

My Hedychium gardnerianum "Tara"...first bloom. See my photo gallery.

Eric

09-16-2009, 04:50 PM

There are many species of Passiflora from both tropical and subtropical environments. The bloom and fruit (or lack of) varies quite a bit. My Passiflora edulis cultivar "Frederick" blooms non-stop from late spring through Fall here in San Diego. This time of year it is also raining fruit -- over a gallon a day.

Thanx for the info Richard :) ! Need to study these Passion Flowers a lot more. Till now, all I knew was that they were Passion flowers and looked awesome. Oh, and that they don't like winter.
Will definitely check "Passiflora edulis" out & learn more. Sounds like lots of fruit! Is it edible?

Thanx Jack :) ! I'll definitely check out your pics!

Richard

09-16-2009, 05:48 PM

Will definitely check "Passiflora edulis" out & learn more. Sounds like lots of fruit! Is it edible?

"Frederick" is the cultivar developed by CRFG founder Paul Thomson. Established vines are hardy in zone 9b -- provided there is no sustained freeze. The fruit sells for $4 each in New York.

Blake09

09-16-2009, 07:09 PM

My Hyacinth Vine is MASS blooming, and its now making beautiful seed pods!
:woohoonaner: :woohoonaner: :drum:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23177&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23177)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23176&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23176)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23175&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23175)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23174&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23174)

:woohoonaner:

Blake09

09-16-2009, 07:22 PM

Some other flowering flowers...

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23180&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23180)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23181&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23181)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23182&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23182)

I just have to show this heart shaped flower...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23183&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23183)

May not be the place but, I have 4 of these frogs that love my pond...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23184&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23184)
:woohoonaner:

The Hollyberry Lady

09-16-2009, 09:45 PM

Nice Cosmos, Blake!

Adorable frog!

: O

bikoro child

09-18-2009, 06:51 AM

Brugs are blooming just now here...
http:
//www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23232&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23232)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23229&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23229)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-18-2009, 06:57 AM

My Fall Asters...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1132.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1130.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1131.jpg

: )

cherokee_greg

09-18-2009, 10:19 AM

Wow thats nice. I have frogs too. Nice pond. I have a small goldfish pond.
Greg

Some other flowering flowers...

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23180&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23180)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23181&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23181)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23182&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23182)

I just have to show this heart shaped flower...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23183&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23183)

May not be the place but, I have 4 of these frogs that love my pond...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23184&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23184)
:woohoonaner:

Blake09

09-18-2009, 11:17 AM

Not the best shot but heres a climbing cypress...

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23245&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23245)

saltydad

09-18-2009, 02:53 PM

Jananas Bananas

09-18-2009, 04:21 PM

Here's a couple more of mine:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23250&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23250&ppuser=5614)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23253&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23253&ppuser=5614)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23249&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23249&ppuser=5614)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23252&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23252&ppuser=5614)

planetrj

09-18-2009, 04:38 PM

I'm beginning to doubt that this is the real manzano apple.
I agree with you. I've never seen any of my manzano's open the inflorescence before bending back down. How tall is it?

planetrj

09-18-2009, 04:39 PM

Brugs are blooming just now here...

How's the nighttime fragrance?

planetrj

09-18-2009, 04:41 PM

I am growing my vine more for the ornamental beauty than anything.

Is that Caerulea? Aggh! I can't grow that one here at all, because it will grow through the cracks of the sidewalk and cover the entire neighborhood in vines.. .lol

Blake09

09-18-2009, 04:43 PM

Jananas Bananas

09-18-2009, 05:03 PM

It is a datura (more info in my photo gallery). Yes that is a cat. Sorry for the picture quality. The flash really glared on his white coat, but I couldn't resist snapping the picture with him smelling the roses and his eyes closed liked he was really enjoying the scent of it. Too cute!

The Hollyberry Lady

09-18-2009, 10:14 PM

My morning glory vines that I grew from a seed mix of different colors. I planted them late in the season, and they just began to bloom for me this week! There are two more different colors yet to come still...

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1144.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1146.jpg

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/DSCI1145.jpg

: )

Patty in Wisc

09-19-2009, 12:08 AM

Be careful what you wish for. I planted one little plant of Passiflora incarnata (maypop) 3 years ago. It now covers over 20 feet of fence, tries to cover all the plants in front of it (buddleia, lavender, balloon flowers, iris, phlox, etc.), and grows into the lawn. It's terribly invasive; beautiful...just know what you're getting in to.

Howard, I would love to have some seeds from your Maypop if I may. I ordered a plant from a nurserey 5-6 yrs ago & it gave the most beautiful flowers I ever saw. It died over winter. I bought passion fruit 1 1/2 -2 yrs ago & planted the seeds, & the vines are growing like crazy but I can't get a flower. Could I trade you something for some seeds? Thanks! Or, could I pay you for sending them to me?

The Hollyberry Lady

09-19-2009, 07:06 AM

Bob

09-19-2009, 07:10 AM

I've got plenty of fence!:woohoonaner:

The Hollyberry Lady

09-19-2009, 07:12 AM

Me too!

: )

saltydad

09-19-2009, 03:56 PM

saltydad

09-19-2009, 03:57 PM

Howard, I would love to have some seeds from your Maypop if I may. I ordered a plant from a nurserey 5-6 yrs ago & it gave the most beautiful flowers I ever saw. It died over winter. I bought passion fruit 1 1/2 -2 yrs ago & planted the seeds, & the vines are growing like crazy but I can't get a flower. Could I trade you something for some seeds? Thanks! Or, could I pay you for sending them to me?

If I get fruit, you get seeds!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23329&size=1

The Hollyberry Lady

09-19-2009, 04:35 PM

Oh thank you Saltydad - nice to see the beauty that Bob and I will be in for. Those flowers are stunning!

: O

mjdsinsacto

09-19-2009, 06:58 PM

Close ups of my starter canna collection:

Canna Pretoria
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23343&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23343)

Canna Australia
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23353&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23353)

Canna Futurity Rose
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23357&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23357&ppuser=5841)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-19-2009, 07:32 PM

Simply gorgeous!

: O

mjdsinsacto

09-19-2009, 07:41 PM

Long shot view of the cannas:
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23358&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23358)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23342&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23342)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23361&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23361&ppuser=5841)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23357&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23357&ppuser=5841)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-19-2009, 07:51 PM

So healthy and beautiful. Nice job!

: )

CValentine

09-19-2009, 08:17 PM

My vincas have gone crazy!!

http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1404.jpg
http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1414.jpg

:) ~Cheryl

mjdsinsacto

09-19-2009, 08:20 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23373&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23373)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23371&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23371)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23368&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23368)

saltydad

09-19-2009, 10:05 PM

Beautiful! I love bougainvillea.

The Hollyberry Lady

09-20-2009, 12:15 AM

Stunning flowers and plants!

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2-7.gif

mjdsinsacto

09-20-2009, 12:26 PM

My vincas have gone crazy!!

http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1404.jpg
http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1414.jpg

:) ~Cheryl

Those are neat border plants; I'm going to give them a try. :)

Is that rosemary I see?

Blake09

09-20-2009, 03:06 PM

New pictures of my Hyacinth vine:

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23446&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23446)

The smaller red flowers are my Climbing Cypress vine... getting smotherd by the huge Hyac.V :D
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23450&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23450)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23449&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23449)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23448&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23448)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23447&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23447)

The underside of a huge leaf...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23445&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23445)

lol, the two vines are fighting over a small space...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23443&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23443)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23442&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23442)

To show how big ONE vine has grown...
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23441&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23441)

:D :) :woohoonaner:

The Hollyberry Lady

09-20-2009, 03:28 PM

So ornamental, Blake. Good job.

: )

sbl

09-21-2009, 06:24 PM

Glory Bush
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23526&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23526&ppuser=5736)
Marigolds:http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23524&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23524&ppuser=5736)
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23527&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23527&ppuser=5736)
Jacobina
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23528&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23528&ppuser=5736)
Ginger
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23525&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23525&ppuser=5736)
Heliconia
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23523&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23523&ppuser=5736)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-21-2009, 06:57 PM

Very nice - colorful.

: )

CValentine

09-21-2009, 08:12 PM

Firetails Anyone??? :) ~Cheryl

http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1526.jpghttp://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae56/bananas513/IMG_1531.jpg

The Hollyberry Lady

09-21-2009, 08:32 PM

Those are absolutely stunning!

: O

harveyc

09-24-2009, 11:03 AM

Here is my plumeria with the exotic name of 'J4' :P

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23754&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23754&ppuser=775)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-24-2009, 11:36 AM

OMG, that is just absolutely, positively, stunningly gorgeous!!!

: O

Someone recently sent me a Plumeria branch cutting, and I noticed last night that it has begun to take root! Mine will have the yellow and white flowers.

: )

Eric

09-24-2009, 06:58 PM

jnstropic

09-24-2009, 08:02 PM

Here is my plumeria with the exotic name of 'J4' :P

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23754&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23754&ppuser=775)
Keno
<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UwGkeJ84ueM/ShcoxileX2I/AAAAAAAAC0s/px2BP2acJfw/s1600-h/xkemo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 303px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UwGkeJ84ueM/ShcoxileX2I/AAAAAAAAC0s/px2BP2acJfw/s400/xkemo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338780714833698658" border="0" /></a>
I have 6 and this is my best. When the weather is right it's orange. I posted it on my blog on May 22 09. You can see it at: http://togofcoralgablesdailyphoto.blogspot.com/

jnstropic

09-24-2009, 08:14 PM

Jeeps!! With all the Fabulous flowers posted by Howard, Blake, Mary, Sbl, Cheryl, & Harvey, I really hate to break in!! But I really do need to get an ID, if possible, on a new flower I got that was already in bloom. Nothing compared to what I'm seeing here, but here it is. If anyone can help, I'd sure appreciate it :) cause I really do like them. That's a U.S. dime I'm using for size-ref.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23771&size=1

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23772&size=1

I think you have Zephyranthes Candida - Fairy Lily or White Rain Lily. I posted it on my blog this June 10 09.
<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UwGkeJ84ueM/Si-mpwlTYkI/AAAAAAAAC5I/pnJOxQhdr8Y/s1600-h/xcrocus.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 302px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UwGkeJ84ueM/Si-mpwlTYkI/AAAAAAAAC5I/pnJOxQhdr8Y/s400/xcrocus.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345674519058276930" border="0" /></a>In June we had 22 days out of the last 23 days with heavy rain. The poor rainlily was getting tired of all this blooming.

Jananas Bananas

09-24-2009, 08:21 PM

My sages are blooming, they always tell me when it is going to rain.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=23789&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23789&ppuser=5614)

Eric

09-25-2009, 12:58 PM

Thanx :) JnsTropic!! I just opened my blossem & checked, same number of petals & stuff! And thanx for the rain/bloom info, too!!

adrift

09-29-2009, 06:02 PM

Many things. The one I'm most excited by are my (false) Blue Gingers.
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24090&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24090&ppuser=1597)

Worm_Farmer

09-29-2009, 06:24 PM

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24094&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24094)

Blake09

09-29-2009, 06:50 PM

adrift, your (false) Blue Gingers look alot like my Pickerel Weed (pickerel weed plant pictures - Google Images (http://images.google.com/images?sourceid=navclient&rlz=1T4GGLD_enUS318US318&q=pickerel+weed+plant+pictures&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=TZfCSrO0L5WJtgfm3KDuBA&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBcQsAQwAA)), my plant was blooming more and looked better a few days ago, but I lost my camera. heres todays pictures of it...

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24100&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24100)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24102&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24102)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24103&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24103)

Other blooming plants I have...

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24101&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24101)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24099&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24099)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24112&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24112)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24109&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24109)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24111&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24111)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24110&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24110)

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=24108&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24108)

The Hollyberry Lady

09-29-2009, 07:21 PM

Worm Farmer - that is just stunning! What is that?

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2-7.gif

Very beautiful pics too, Blake!

: )

Blake09

09-29-2009, 07:28 PM

Worm Farmer - that is just stunning! What is that?

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo193/hollyberrylady08/2-7.gif

: )

They are Angel Trumpet

angel trumpet plant pictures - Google Images (http://images.google.com/images?sourceid=navclient&rlz=1T4GGLD_enUS318US318&q=angel+trumpet+plant+pictures&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=A6bCSpn2Ep6Ntgfe-NjjBA&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBsQsAQwAA)