Last summer Steve and I traveled up the coast while the kids were away at camp. We took advantage of our child free time and explored the Alameda Antique and Collectible Fair . One of our favorite finds was a pair of rusty umbrellas. I wasn't sure what to do with them but they were too wonderful to leave behind...
Last week I finally placed them in the garden.
Next to each one I planted a large white floribunda rose vine...
with images of blooms winding through the rusty arms by mid summer.
They sit on either side of my bird house, which will be filled with new foliage soon!
Next to my umbrellas I've planted kumquat trees. Underneath my little trees I've covered the earth with lime colored oregano.
My strawberries plants are starting to bear fruit in my raised beds...
I thought this was a lime tree, but it seems just as confused as I am!
My lavender plants add a hint of Provence to my garden.
The forecast predicts rain for the next several days, so the chicks enjoyed a few hours of fun before the rain began!
No matter what the forecast, the chicks and I hope your week is sunny!
xo
Brooke
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