I needed some filler plants - I bought these three.
All of them were on the "clearance table" at Lowes. $3.00 each.
The sunflowers are starting to get really big now -
and forming their future flower.
The other day, I found a flying beetle infestation
covering my sunflowers.
Used some Neem oil and so far so good.
I placed these in a pot - If I plant them directly in the ground, they could die, due to the extreme heat. Although they are drought lovers, I still want to give them some time.
Can't beat Petunias -
probably not the best filler plants to have in the 105+ heat
here in Shasta County.
Pretty little Zinnia
This just sprouted in my garden bed.
Is it a weed? It is big. Is it a tree?
Oh I LOVE sunflowers! They are my most favorite flower along with Zinnia's ....I was shocked when I learned last year just how hardy marigolds are in the heat... As for what sprouted in your garden bed I can't really tell what it is but it looks kind of pretty even if it is considered a weed :)
ReplyDeleteYeah I hope it didn't come from one of those seed packets from China.
DeleteI googled your photo and it came up as the invasive teasle. I have a problem here with buckthorn. It grows all over and it will kill other plants growing near it. Constantly pulling it out.
ReplyDeleteOh shoot - I will pull it up.
DeleteI cannot imagine the heat you are having, and yet your plants carry on giving you pleasure in the midst. Love the zinnia -- such a bright gem.
ReplyDeleteI know, aren't they?
DeleteSunflowers look nice from a distance
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blooms.
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