Barberry Royal Burgundy December
I have two types of Barberry on my property, Royal Burgundy and Rosy Glow. They are both displaying the last of their bright burgundy foliage and are starting to form small red berries in preparation for winter.
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| Birdbath |
Here in a small garden under a window is one of the several birdbaths I have on the property. There are numerous evergreens and dense shrubs where birds seek shelter and I always try to have a supply of fresh water for them. Also they are fun to watch gathering and splashing around! The only thing is that the water has frozen over the past few days and I have no electric source for one of those birdbath heaters, so I have to add a little water daily to keep it drinkable. |
| Birds Nest Garden Art! |
Look a birds nest! While strolling in the garden to take these photographs I spotted this beautifully constructed and well hidden birds nest in my Wisteria tree. Now that the leaves are all gone the nest is finally visible to see and I believe it was built by the Mockingbirds that were so abundant this summer.
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| Blue Star Juniper and Dwarf Fountain Grass |
Around to the side yard the dwarf ornamental grasses are finished for the season but form contrast against the evergreen Juniperus Blue Star.
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| Blue Globe Montgomery Spruce, Gold Mop Cypress and Barberry |
Here are more of the evergreens on the property. I enjoy combining the blues and golds of Montgomery Globe Blue Spruce and Gold Mop Cypress with the burgundy of the Barberry in the backdrop. A Weeping Pussy Willow cascades over the rest of the garden. The differences in texture and color of the contrasting foliage help to keep interest in the landscape over winter.
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| Dwarf Butterfly Bush Lo & Behold Blue Chip December |
Speaking of foliage, the dried blooms of my Dwarf Butterfly Bush do provide some nice interest for the wintertime...
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| Endless Summer Hydrangea Faded Blooms |
as well as the Endless Summer Hydrangea with their dried mop heads. I focus on having as much structure in the garden as possible especially at this time of year.
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| Iris Seed Heads |
The Iris are in winter mode displaying their interesting seed heads. Since I have been photographing I have learned to appreciate them even when they are not blooming.
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| Lambs Ear and Astilbe Seed Heads |
This Lambs Ear was an addition to the perennial garden years ago as a border and I am always amazed how it supplies interest to every season of the year with its fuzzy white foliage.
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| Royal Star Magnolia New Buds in December |
Come take a look at the Royal Star Magnolia already forming its flower buds for next year. It is a pleasant sight to see a hint of spring even though winter isnt even officially here yet with more significant snow on the way.
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| Dwarf Maiden Grass Yaku Jima in December |
Here are the the Yaku Jima grasses and their plumes adding some movement to the garden.
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| Nandina domestica Berries |
Poking over the side fence, the color of the berries on this Nandina are a vibrant red that lasts all throughout the winter months. They provide a dual purpose of adding both color to the landscape as well as supplying a food source for the birds.
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Sedum Brilliant Dried Flower Heads
And last but not least...here is a close up of the Sedum with my new camera lens.
Here It Comes!!!
As the garden goes to sleep for winter there will always be something new to be found with each changing season and a true gardener always has something to look forward to. Thank you for visiting my gardens and you are always welcome! I am glad I was able to get these photographs before the snow and hope you enjoyed the tour. Drop a note to let me know youve been here and I will be sure to visit you as well. Also please visit our hostesses Carol at May Dreams Gardens to see what is blooming for December Garden Bloggers Bloom Day and Pam at Digging for Foliage Follow Up.
As Always...Happy Gardening and Happy Winter in one week!
Author: Lee@A Guide To Northeastern Gardening, Copyright 2013. All rights reserved. |
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