Looking for Leprechauns

 

My fake "shamrocks" are easier for me to pronounce than Oxalis. 

Oxalis are shamrock-like plants that produce a profusion of dainty flowers and unique foliage. commonly called false shamrock is a species of perennial plant in the family Oxalidaceae. It is native to several countries in southern South America.

 The shamrock, a three-leaf clover, has been associated with Ireland for centuries. It was called the “seamroy” by the Celts and was considered a sacred plant that symbolized the arrival of spring. According to legend, St. Patrick used the plant as a visual guide when explaining the Holy Trinity. By the 17th century, the shamrock had become a symbol of emerging Irish nationalism.

Just a while ago, I went out to the yards to look for Leprechauns - I saw the dreaded Vinca coming in on the hill. Here it is an invasive weed that chokes out everything in its sight. 

It's a deceiving little booger - because it's so pretty. Do not be lulled in by those bluish petals. 

It was only 6-7 days ago, and we had several inches of wet snow. This white and

 blue hyacinth has been flattened down by the snow. They are trying their level best

 to get upright. I don't know if they will, this year. 

Grape hyacinths (Muscari) are not directly related to true hyacinths, but also bloom in mid-spring and have the same care requirements. This tiny wonder has small clusters of bell-shaped, cobalt-blue flowers.

And of course my loyal California poppies - that no matter what - through rain, sleet, hail, and snow - are always a performer for me. 

I have 4 blooms on the hill - soon I will have many more blooms and no fuss at all. I can't say I have done anything to them - they just grow. 

They were all smashed down a week ago - They are a hardy wildflower here in California. 

I like to have yellows, and hues of yellow in my yard, along with blues. I am not much in for pinks. Not that they aren't beautiful in their own right - I just love the way yellows and blues coordinate. 

I bought 9 primrose plants yesterday and planted them in my 3 flower boxes that are attached to the fence. Okay, so there is a "pinkish" flower or violet-colored primrose. Or would that be considered blue? 

I'm thinking the color violet is part of the blue family with some red in it. 

Yikes, I remember learning this in elementary school - primary colors, and secondary colors...and mixing primaries with secondaries create tertiary colors, and then when you mix...oh forget it. 

Nothing like hopping down a bunny trail...which I might add is April 17, exactly one month from today! 

Take Care until next time - 

May you escape the gallows, avoid distress,
And be as healthy as a trout.

Happy St Patrick's Day! 

PS.  I never found the Leprechauns!