how does my garden grow?.....

below a peek at a garden inspired mandala i worked on this spring, the jasmine in full bloom around the garden gate, and fresh mint added to a cup of detox tea.

potted herbs

today's painting:

it's a miracle that my little herbs have survived this blistering summer we've had. the nice thing is they'll probably make it thru most of the fall now as it doesn't get too cold here till late november. time will tell.

floppy eared bunny and flowers

today's painting:

and some flowers for the back steps: hibiscus, bougainvillea, and geranium

spring equinox bunny

happy first day of spring!!!

today's painting:

this was going on in my little garden today:
clematis

camellia

hosta unrolling

dogwood

azailia

lila

today's painting:

this is my friend margaret's dog, lila.

the purple in the ground was inspired by the dark violet irises blooming in my back garden. they have a strange and lovely scent.