Went for a walk in the yard this morning and took a few pics. This is the stone retaining wall that we had put in 2 years ago. The Stella d Oro's are almost all out now. The racoon proof Guara protector. The bottom hole is the woodpecker nest. I stood out there for about 15 minutes hoping mama would come and feed her babies, but the mosquitos were eating me alive so I gave up. The Husker Red in bloom. The leaves on this plant are a reddish purple.
Your retainer wall is very elegant! I'm so glad you managed to protect your Guara, even though it doesn't look quite as elegant as the wall, but needs must, eh? Your blooms are lovely, especially the last one. *off to Google*
Your retaining wall looks better every time I see it and the planting is all coming along nicely. Let's hope those pesky racoons stay away from your Guara now you have the crate to protect it. What a pity the woodpeckers didn't feed their young while you were outside. I take it that the squirrel hasn't attempted to get to the babies again or has it?
Fantastic! My husband sure would like your 3 bay garage I sure would like your retaining wall ... that turned out gorgeous Capt! Is that Cocoa Bean Mulch?
Very nice-looking retaining wall and little bed at it's foot. It's a pity that you have to take steps to protect your Gaura. Tch! Bad coons! Here's wishing you success with it now.
Netty, that is black dyed hardwood mulch. I buy it bulk from a local nursery. It's a lot cheaper that way. I paid $38. US per yard. That garage is 36 ft by 30 ft. Holds 3 cars a work shop and all kinds of collected junk!
