Lilacs

A view of the harbour through lilacs.

Monkshood~ Aconitium Napellus

Monkshood growing in my maritime garden. Although very beautiful,this is a highly toxic perennial plant. It is extremely poisonous and should absolutely NEVER be ingested. Even a small taste can be fatal. Monkshood can also be absorbed through the skin, and so handling should be done only with gloved hands. Since discovering the highly toxic nature of this plant, I have chosen to remove it from my garden. My children and pets roam the garden, and we will not be risking any accidental poisonings.

Fossil Hunting

Fossil hunting at Arisaig Provincial Park in Nova Scotia has become a yearly adventure for our family. I would highly recommend it as an exciting day trip for budding archeologists:). Our province is very rich in fossil sites. The kids always have a fantastic time, and it never fails to produce some fantastic treasures, and of course memories to cherish as well! We are so fortunate to live so close to such an amazing place.


Fossil hunting ~ summer 2010.

Fun On The Beach

The appeal of a buoy, an amazing new toy! Who would have thought that an old washed up buoy would be such a hit with the kids and dog alike?! Missing the fun of last summers frolics on the beach at Big Island Nova Scotia!

Skeletonized Chinese Lanterns (Physalis Alkekengi)

Physalis alkekengi,or commonly known as Chinese Lantern, is a European perennial garden plant often grown for it's autumn fruit and colorful orange pods and is frequently used in flower arrangements in the fall. The pods or calyces which surround the fruit change from green to a brilliant red orange color when they are ripe . If left on the plant, the can become skeletonized, and provide a remarkable subject to photograph:).I find it interesting how the fruit or berry can be easily seen through the skeletonized Chinese Lantern pod.

Daylilies Are Our Passion

Here are a few of our seedlings from 2010.See His Glory x Fluff And Stuff
Winter Memories x Puffer Fish
Bordello Queen x Bass Gibson

Daylilies are our passion, and new daylily seedlings in the garden are our pride and joy. The feeling of anticipation when awaiting the opening of the fat daylily bud for the first time never gets old. Every day during daylily season there is always something new to see. How fortunate we are to have such a glorious passion!!!:)

Spring Is In The Air In Nova Scotia

Spring is in the air. Although the fields are laden with snow, the light of the day has changed and brings an air of anticipation for the new life that will burst from the ground in a few short months.

We live along the beautiful Merigomish Harbor in Nova Scotia. Corn grows in the fields right to the shore. Daylilies are our passion, and gradually the cornfields will be replaced by fields of daylilies. One by one the fields will be filled with our hybrid seedlings, and we will be able to share our dream with all those travelling along the beautiful Sunrise Trail.

Blossoms Of Spring

The harbor through blossoms. Nothing is quite as calming as capturing the beauty that surrounds us, and living in the moment. If one just stops and takes note of what's actually there, an amazing world opens up right before your eyes.

Wild Mustard

Wild mustard, also known as Indian Mustard (brassica juncea) growing in the ravine by my house. This plant can be seen growing as a weed throughout the province.

Coltsfoot

Interesting display of coltsfoot, ready to disperse it's seed.