Panicle Hydrangea, Hydrangea paniculata

It was late in September when you took me To that amazing garden, hidden in the city, Tranquil and complicated as an open hand, … … Continue reading
Ferns
Pokin’ round ‘mid ferns and mosses, Like a hop-tail or a snail, Somehow seems to lighten crosses Where my heart would elsewhere fail. … Continue reading
European Beech, Fagus sylvatica

I find joy in the cemetery trees. Their roots are in our hearts. In their leaves the soul Of another century is in ascension. -Rodney James Of all our cemetery trees, there are few that are more majestic, and beautiful, … Continue reading
Mountain Laurel, Kalmia latifolia

The mountain laurel in bloom Constructed like needlework Tiny half-pulled stitches piercing Flushed and striped petals… … Continue reading