Daffodils are such cheerful flowers.
Each fall I put in a few more irresistible varieties.
Each spring I decide there's room for more.
These are all blooming in the south flowerbed, on the backside of the house.
The flowers out front are at least 3 weeks behind.
Mini daffodils make my heart happy.
I have just a few full-size varieties.
I need (ahem, yes, need) to add a few more.
The contrast between them and the minis is delightful.
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Queen'
These were added to this flowerbed last fall.
They have at least 2 stalks per bulb so far and of course that heavenly hyacinth fragrance.
Sometimes, if my day has been stressful, I go outside in the warm spring air and take a few deep breaths of the hyacinth perfume.
A tight place inside me eases up a bit and I can go back in to face the day.
This blue violet hyacinth is about done.
It was one of the first to bloom back here, actually.
Just 2 shy tulips blooming so far, but many others getting close.
And out front, all we've got is one lonely daffodil and these striped squill.
That's okay. It spreads the season out a bit to have the front beds so far behind.
Perhaps it's no coincidence that I was born in April.
I love spring!
See what else is blooming at May Dreams Garden.
April is my favourite month too. The flowers this month are the most beautiful and there are so many that are fragrant too.
ReplyDeleteHappy GBBD! Cheerful blooms and sunshine are just the right recipe for easing stress! I'm so glad April is here to welcome us :) Cheers, Jenni
ReplyDeleteOh, it looks so warm and sunshiney! I enjoy the cheeriness of Daffodils, too, especially after this Winter and I cannot wait for any of mine to open. I plant more each Fall. I found a nice variety pack at Bluestone Perennials that blooms over time - early to late, and includes many varieties. I will probably plant it again this Fall. Some are even quite fragrant. I want to walk through the garden now but it is quite cold here today - again. I am thankful there isn't any s*** on the ground, though! I love the miniatures - you have a wonderful mix.
ReplyDeleteI love daffodils, too, Linnae. They bring a smile to the spring garden. Yours are beautiful. P. x
ReplyDeleteP.S. I don't know why my latest posting isn't appearing in your blogroll.