Dorothy's is full of wild columbine this year. The iris are just starting, and the peonies are out. And the June roses are almost here!
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Monday, March 30, 2020
Flower Chorus by Emerson
Flower Chorus by Ralph Waldo Emerson
O such a commotion under the ground,
When March called, "Ho, there! ho!"
Such spreading of rootlets far and wide,
Such whisperings to and fro!
"Are you ready?" the Snowdrop asked,
" 'Tis time to start, you know."
"Almost, my dear!" the Scilla replied,
"I'll follow as soon as you go."
Then "Ha! ha! ha!" a chorus came
Of laughter sweet and slow,
From millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
"I'll promise my blossoms," the Crocus said,
"When I hear the blackbird sing."
And straight thereafter Narcissus cried,
"My silver and gold I'll bring."
"And ere they are dulled," another spoke,
"The Hyacinth bells shall ring."
But the Violet only murmured, "I'm here,"
And sweet grew the air of Spring.
Then "Ha! ha! ha!" a chorus came
Of laughter sweet and low,
From millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
O the pretty brave things, thro' the coldest days
Imprisoned in walls of brown,
They never lost heart tho' the blast shrieked loud,
And the sleet and the hail came down;
But patiently each wrought her wonderful dress,
Or fashioned her beautiful crown,
And now they are coming to lighten the world
Still shadowed by winter's frown.
And well may they cheerily laugh "Ha! ha!"
In laughter sweet and low,
The millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
https://allpoetry.com/14653511
O such a commotion under the ground,
When March called, "Ho, there! ho!"
Such spreading of rootlets far and wide,
Such whisperings to and fro!
"Are you ready?" the Snowdrop asked,
" 'Tis time to start, you know."
"Almost, my dear!" the Scilla replied,
"I'll follow as soon as you go."
Then "Ha! ha! ha!" a chorus came
Of laughter sweet and slow,
From millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
"I'll promise my blossoms," the Crocus said,
"When I hear the blackbird sing."
And straight thereafter Narcissus cried,
"My silver and gold I'll bring."
"And ere they are dulled," another spoke,
"The Hyacinth bells shall ring."
But the Violet only murmured, "I'm here,"
And sweet grew the air of Spring.
Then "Ha! ha! ha!" a chorus came
Of laughter sweet and low,
From millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
O the pretty brave things, thro' the coldest days
Imprisoned in walls of brown,
They never lost heart tho' the blast shrieked loud,
And the sleet and the hail came down;
But patiently each wrought her wonderful dress,
Or fashioned her beautiful crown,
And now they are coming to lighten the world
Still shadowed by winter's frown.
And well may they cheerily laugh "Ha! ha!"
In laughter sweet and low,
The millions of flowers under the ground,
Yes, millions beginning to grow.
https://allpoetry.com/14653511
Saturday, June 8, 2019
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Madame Hardy Rose
Madame Hardy is in full bloom at Dorothy's this week and hopefully will last at least another week. What a wonderful rose! It's hard to find for sale, but worth looking for. The scent is lemony and sweet. Here's more information from the experts at the Royal Horticultural Society.
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Roses!
Every June at Dorothy's is special, but this one is particularly so! The rose bushes are so full, so lovely - it's really worth a trip.
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Hooray for roses!
The roses are still going! We have some gorgeous Maiden Blush roses still blooming. The Madame Hardy's are about gone, but the plants themselves look terrific still.
Check out the blog Hedgegrow Rose for some wonderful rose pictures and lovely varieties!
Check out the blog Hedgegrow Rose for some wonderful rose pictures and lovely varieties!
Saturday, June 15, 2013
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