And that says it ... gardening is a such a palette of newness, surprise, joy, freshness. It also presents confusion, disappointment. A surprise around every corner .... all the colors, smells, feels. Yes, gardening is
"a new gift, everyday".
Want to say "Happy Mother's Day" to all the Moms in the world. This special day is celebrated in the USA on the second Sunday in May to honor Mums, Mom, Ma, Momma, Mammy, Mama'. Hope everyone has a good day, shared with family and friends.
We have had about 2 tenths of an inch of rain since midnight. A light shower, cool temperature, no breeze. Good day for the daylilies. Good day for an umbrella for those of us, "nondaylilies".
Want to showcase the daylily, Siloam Art Moore. This daylily presents on a short scape
with a small bloom: 18" tall, 3" bloom diameter. Is dormant (dies back in the winter in our area), and blooms during midseason. Siloam Art Moore is a light peach pink with a burgandy eyezone. Very showy, with its short self. :) It is on sale for $4.00 per double fan here at Oakville Farm, www.oakvillefarm.com. Check out the "Specials" Section on the righthand side of the Online Store page of our website.
Ever wonder about the naming of daylilies? That was a curiosity to me. I have asked many folks and read online. Was told by another daylily grower, that "Siloam" daylilies were hybridized and registered by Pauline Henry. She began hybridizing in 1963 and had over 400 registered daylilies with the American Hemerocallis Society, each beginning with the title "Siloam". She has passed away and her legacy is living on, as many new cultivars are using Siloam daylilies as a parent partner.
Again, hope everyone has a good day. Until next time, Happy Gardening.
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