The art of slowing down

Now that the spring rush is over I enjoy taking the time to notice the small, subtle views around me.

The red stems and faint blush on the leaves of Silver Anniversary abelia.

Here's the delicate, yet beautiful flowers on a cleyera shrub.

In spring I love the look of Taxus, true yew, sprouting out its new growth.

It's important to appreciate the rewards of all your work in gardening. Be sure to take the time to see the small details of nature, pick a few flowers to bring inside, and smell the roses.