...... and a few close-ups

By eirlys

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Some of the bloom are quite large

I believe this one is called Peach Fantasy.I think it’s beautiful.

….and here’s another favourite of mine. It becomes more white as it ages.

20 May, 2013
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Dianebulley

Lovely. Thank you for sharing.

21 May, 2013

Xela

Beautiful!
It seems there are a fair few at Chelsea this year too; they were very popular when the first show took place 100 years ago.
Mine isn't looking so good this year, fewer buds than last year and I am still waiting for them to break.
Do you know the name of the last one, eirlys? It is gorgeous.

21 May, 2013

Eirlys

Xela: I don't know the name of practically anything in our garden, I have to confess. I am the "creator" : the one who creates when the garden and the house are full of plants! I love the "finished" product and I like to suggest "improvements".

I did ask about Peach Fantasy and I will consult the oracle about the one you mention. All the garden plants are labelled but the labels have an odd habit of disappearing in the foliage!

21 May, 2013

Eirlys

Xela: I have been told that it is Rhododendron Loder's White. I believe we bought it at Leonardslee Gardens when they were open to the public.

I believe the new owners are considering re-opening the gardens to the public and have applied for many changes to the car park, house, stables etc. Good news!

21 May, 2013