Friday, May 18, 2012

Purple and Blue Sneak Peek

Hi Folks..

 I hope everyone is well and enjoying beautiful weather like we are having in NC..  I just want to stay outside all day and half the night and I would but, Duty Calls and I answer:)
 I made the before photo 29 days ago and even though I have watched this happen day by day, there nothing like looking at the 2 photos together..

Joining Marty's Party      Here

   My birdbath finally arrived today and I got it put together.. I LOVE it.. I've wanted one with a little bird on it and found this one on Amazon.com...  39.00 and free shipping- happy dance goin on here lol..


I cant show the finished patio yet cause I cant make up my mind about a rug-- I havent recieved my wicker chair and ottoman cushions and I still have 2 Large pots I want to put trees and flowers in.. Yea, I know , I'm slow, go ahead and say it .. I really am and I know it..

Here's the before of this area..   Only a few purple blooms on the flowers and the hydrangea wasnt in the ground yet..  New mulch wasnt down either..  I had a lot to do, can ya tell..
and now, less than a month later..... I am so happy with it , I cant even tell ya.. I grab my coffee and out I go every morning to see if there's a new leaf  or bloom on anything.. These are the things that bring me JOY..
 no round the world trips, fancy smanchy parties-- been there- done that:)  Now and for several years its all about Home and Yard and Family and Friends and I can honestly say I have never been happier with Life.
 I feel so extremely blessed , I cant express it.
 Just looky at all those pretty blooms..  wooohoooooo  This was just one 3.99 plant and its grown 5 times its original size....  The thunder has been talking to all the plants and trees and saying " Grow little sweeties, Grow~!"
This is one section of the side adjacent to the back patio.   I hope to have more sections done in a couple weeks.
Oh Yea, I learned something so I am passing it on..   When I bought the hydrangea- it had some small blooms but they were a pale green- sorta no color really.  Then I was reading a murder mystery and it said if you added 10 penny nails around the roots- the hydrangea blooms would be blue and holy macarony - they are... 
 Thanks so much for coming to visit me.  You are appreciated and it makes me smile to read your comments..
Have a safe and wonderful weekend...
I'm wishing it for Ya..

Posted by Sonny G at 1:47 PM

31 comments :

  1. Michele M./ Finch RestMay 18, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Your garden is really coming along, how lovely!!

    I can't wait for your "Big Reveal" it will be so awesome!

    Have a fabulous weekend!

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  2. DonnaMay 18, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Beautiful! I the birdbath and all the flowers especially the purple ones :)
    I had never heard the nails around the hydrangeas ... I may have to try it!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  3. DebbiedoosMay 18, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Hi Sonny! Your gardens are looking beautiful. Who knew that tip with the hydrangeas..glad it worked!

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  4. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 18, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    Oh Sonny, such a beautiful area. It really has grown. Wow, everything is so beautiful. I would sit there all day too. Hugs, Marty

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  5. Brenda PruittMay 18, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    You did a fantastic job! We must be kindred spirits. I don't care about world travel, shopping for clothes, or fancy cars. Let me walk out and find a new bloom or bit of green coming up, and I'm one happy camper!
    Brenda

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  6. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 18, 2012 at 2:28 PM

    It looks great so far, Sonny! I'm sure a month from now it will be even farther along and full of blooms!

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  7. PATMay 18, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    It looks beautiful Sonny!

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  8. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 18, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    Sonny your garden looks BEAUTIFUL!! Love the new birdbath! Enjoy your weekend.

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  9. Barb @ The Everyday Home May 18, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Love the birdbath. Isn't it amazing to watch a garden grow. We have had rain all week and not only have my veggies literally exploded but the ivy in front of my house is going crazy. I literally see a difference everyday. I know this rain won't last and soon we'll be begging for it. :(

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  10. ParsleyMay 18, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    The birdbath is TOO CUTE! I'd love to have an oasis in my back yard but so many dogs would scare my birds.

    I've reopened my blog and look forward to catching up with everyone.

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  11. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 18, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    Your garden is so lovely and everything looks so healthy. Love the bird bath.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  12. Grandma Yellow HairMay 18, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    Ah honey I am glad I came by here tonight to see your beautiful yard and darling birdbath. That was a bargain for that price.
    I am delighted that you are finding so much happiness in your life and that it brings you the JOY you so deserve. I too don't need anything but what your talking about. We are blessed aren't we friend
    Love ya
    Maggie

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  13. Granny AnnieMay 19, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    It is looking good! I keep waiting for for you to run out of spaces for your artistic decor designs. I have been dreaming in Purple and Teal. Amazed at these colors in your post, plus Pat MacKenzie of Pat's Ramblings posted her favorites today and her favorite colors included teal.

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  14. The Decorative DreamerMay 19, 2012 at 5:43 AM

    Love your outdoor area! Everything is really coming along great. It's so nice to enjoy the simpler pleasures in life isn't it? I am glad you are enjoying your yard! I've heard that before about the nails but never tried it. Nice to know it really works, sounds much easier then adding lime all the time. Have a great day!

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  15. Linda (Nina's Nest)May 19, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    The garden is so pretty...love the bird bath. And you just can't beat hydrangeas! I like the paint color you mentioned in your comment and can't wait to see the painted sofa! Linda

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  16. SusieMay 19, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    Sonny, I have a birdbath with a birdy sitting on it. I got it years ago at Tuesday Mornings. It was copper...I should have put a protective coating oon it, but didn't. Your garden is looking very pretty. Smiles, Susie

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  17. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMay 19, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    Your garden is looking wonderful Sonny!

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  18. bjMay 19, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Everything looks fantastic. I love the mulch you added ...I need to do that.
    Your birdbath is precious, too.

    Yes, those flowers change color according to the elements in the ground...that's why, I am told, some are blue, some green, some white. The iron you added made the color change, I guess.

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  19. busanalayaliMay 20, 2012 at 1:49 AM

    Thanks, it's a lovely post.
    toko busana muslim

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  20. On Crooked CreekMay 20, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    Sonny,
    WoW...that is such a lush and beautiful plant!!! Your yard is lovely and I'm smitten with your birdbath!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  21. AnonymousMay 20, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    Hi Sonny! Your garden is so pretty and neat! It really shows that you love it!
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  22. Maine LadyMay 21, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    Oh Sonny, I can see why you want to spend all day and night out there! You have done a beautiful job! Aim eagerly looking forward to more pics of your progress!
    Hugs,
    ML

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  23. chateau chicMay 21, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    Sonny, your birdbath is perfect with all your beautiful plantings.
    Mary Alice

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  24. SoniaMay 22, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    What a lovely garden and view to spend time in! Gardening is therapy for me and I love sitting back and enjoying the fruits of my labor all season! Happy Gardening...looks wonderful!
    Miss Bloomers

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  25. The French TangerineMay 22, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    NO WAY! I can't believe it's true! 10 penny nails around the roots.. I'm doing it!
    XO
    Jan

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  26. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)May 22, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Great tip on the hydrangea girl, I've used this method for years!

    Your place is lookin' mighty beautiful there. 'Just wait 'till everything really fills out!!! Woohoo!

    I'm quite smitten with that new birdbath of yours. That's quite the find!

    God bless ya and have an amazin' day Miss Sonny!!! :o)

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  27. Judy BiggerstaffMay 22, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Beautiful garden, can't wait to see it as the summer progresses. Also love your header, it has my favorite colors.

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  28. PamelaMay 22, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Sonny your garden is going is starting to look beautiful! Thanx for linking up to THT!

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  29. AndreaMay 23, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    your gardens are so pretty! We are working on putting in some new gardens in our home, and I can't wait to watch them grow and change.

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  30. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaMay 25, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Your garden is gorgeous! It is so fun to watch everything bloom.
    XO
    Kristin

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  31. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMay 25, 2012 at 6:39 PM

    Sonny, What a great price on that pretty bird bath. Your flowers look so pretty. I feel the same way. It's so much fun to go see if there is a new bloom on something each day. Can't wait to see your deck, and oh, I love those privacy planters in your previous post. laurie

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Sonny

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