Summer solstice evening

June 21, 2017


A pink sunset through the trees drew me outside this evening, but then I got sidetracked by the garden, including this pretty combo of ‘Color Guard’ yucca, Mexican oregano (Poliomintha longiflora), and ‘Vertigo’ pennisetum, which has been a successful trial plant from Proven Winners for me, returning more faithfully each spring than regular purple fountain grass ever did.


Nearby, like outstretched hands, our native Texas dwarf palmetto (Sabal minor) waves hello.


As the garden goes to sleep on the summer solstice, our shortest night of the year, I give thanks for summer’s official arrival…and shorter days to follow. Take that, Death Star!

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10 responses to “Summer solstice evening”

  1. Happy Solstice to you too Pam. Your garden and house looks lovely in the twilight.

  2. Mark and Gaz says:

    Your home looks lovely Pam!

  3. Laura Munoz says:

    Great color combination and your house gives off a warm modern vibe.

  4. Chris Watkins says:

    I enjoy your newsletter so much – thanks for all the inspiration! Your home looks so beautiful; the tall planter with the spikey (succulent?) is gorgeous!

  5. Heidi says:

    The eye-catching combo in the first pic is a good color choice for Texas summers, as it has a calming effect.
    I also wanted to comment on your recent book review, seems the subject of foliage driven plantings for hot climates would be right up your alley! Intriguing topic for your third publication perhaps? I would buy a copy!