We had a nice overnight rain and I have a rogue poppy with an all yellow center. I'm not complaining but I was a little surprised since all the other centers are black. We shall see if blonds have more fun.
My Lady's Mantle was very happy this morning after capturing so many raindrops from the overnight showers. It is drought tolerant but was looking a little puny as it always does after showing off so in the spring. It is prized more for its leaves than for its flowers. Have a great weekend. xo
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Now that yellow centered poppy is interesting! Makes you wonder if it was a result of a different type of seed or simply Mother Nature doing her thing. I've always liked the way the fuzzy buds bow their heads before blooming. Glad to hear you got some rain. We are getting a much needed shower right now, and we really need it.
I have to tell you that I am as excited as you are about the poppies! I am stuck in a city apartment and need to move so I have some kind of outside - I really miss it.
I love that little rogue!
XO
S
Pam, I was wondering the same thing about a seed of another variety being in the packet. I have one photo that leads me to believe another poppy with a yellow center is on the same stalk with a jet black centered poppy. I must go out and look closer. I love watching the buds that are bowing down start to straighten up before they bloom. My poppy bed is exploding after a day and night of off and on rain. Glad you're getting some too.
xo, Rosemary
SuSu -- I am glad you like my little rogue poppy too. A gardener shouldn't be stuck in a city apartment and here's hoping you find a place to do outside gardening soon.
xo, Rosemary
Oh how delightful! A new poppy.
we love poppies but they do not seem to love us back. -smile- Well, they do not multiply. But we love what we get.
Beside a babbling brook -- I think I got lucky planting mine in a spot they like. I am not leaving anything to chance for next year so I will save some seeds and plant them again in the fall or very early spring in the same spot and maybe some new ones.
xo, Rosemary
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