Some of the perennials we bought about 4-5 years ago were asiatic lilies, of various colours. Since the birches by the pond have basically claimed that area as their own, the lilies we planted there need to be moved to a new area this fall. However, the ones at the front of the house have grown from single stem potted plants to large clumps - I suspect I'll have to split them this year. The ones in today's shot are nearing their full glory and bring beautiful colour for us to enjoy as we sit on the front porch. When I made some photos earlier this evening I had Eva Cassidy's version of 'Fields of Gold' playing in my head (even though the song refers to barley fields) - if you're not familiar with it, have a listen - I think you'll like it.
(18-55mm f5 1/80 sec ISO200)
24 comments:
Estou ouvindo Fields of Gold... linda! A flor é linda! E linda é a vida!
Beijos.
What rich, golden beauty.
@teca - Sou feliz você gosta de ele. agradece-o.
@S. Etole - yes, a summer favourite!
Wow, you sure have done a lot of work to beautify your property and this single photo shows that every last bit of energy was worth it. All the photos you have shared of your property are astounding Rick, you've done some amazing work! Magnificent shot and thank you for the inspiration, I WILL NOT give up on that one large flower bed which is mostly overgrown with grass and weeds!
Happy Canada Day!
Hello Rick - A gorgeous image of this flower - I think that all around your home it's so beautiful now ! thank you for the song !
belle journée
bisous de france
yes..very beautiful!! regards
Rick I am listening to Eva's song as I write this to you, it is a beautiful song. I do like it!
And the slide show of photos that accompany it are also beautiful.
Your photo of your glorious golden flower is equally as beautiful...thank you again for sharing!
That is pure gold. You've done such an awesome job with your surroundings and thanks so much for sharing it.
A lot of hard work Rick, but its paid off for you, look at all these shots you captured.
Looks like some of the same as are growing in our gardens.We love lilies and they seem to do well here.Beautiful flower.
BLessings,Ruth
@darlin - thank you; just like Rome though, it wasn't done overnight, nor in 1 year ;-) I too tackled a flower bed this spring that was totally overgrown - we had removed a piece of lawn there and I guess we didn't get all the grass roots. I salvaged some creeping phlox which I moved to near the cabin (where all my 'past best date' plants go). Good luck with yours! Have a great weekend.
@Marty - merci beaucoup! I'm glad you enjoyed the song - Eva is one of my favourites! Have a wonderful weekend.
@Costea Andrea Mihai - thank you Costea; fine weekend.
@Katherine - yes, Eva's songs are wonderful for those late nights when I'm visiting blogs. She does an absolutely amazing version of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' - haunting! Thanks Katherine, and hope you're already enjoying your weekend.
@Scott - thank you Scott; we've been given so much to work with in creation - each plant has a beauty of its own if we look for it. I hope you're already enjoying your retirement!
@imac - that's why I did it mac, so I didn't have to travel for my shots ;-) LOL. Have a great weekend!
@Ruth's Photo Blog - yes, they're gorgeous; we have a few varieties, including very fragrant ones - the scent wafts up on a quiet summer evening. Thanks for stopping by Ruth.
I used this one as my new desktop picture!!! Very nice!
@Julia - royalties are 5Ȼ per day ;-) Haven't you taken one from your garden you can use for your desktop ?
Beautiful photo. Thanks for the link. I'd never heard Eva Cassidy. She has an amazing voice.
@Jeanne Klaver - thanks Jeanne. Yes, she is amazing! You should hear her sing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'!
Pure gold is right. Wow, so calm and soothing. The lighting you've captured is just right! I like it!
@Krista - thanks! Evening light can be so flattering.
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