Memorial Day weekend is upon us which signifies the beginning of “the summer season” for many in the gardening world. Spring was a roller coaster weather wise – hot, then cold, then dry, then rainy. It always seemed windy though. The gardens and weeds loved the rain, but it has been challenging getting out there to do the necessary spring maintenance. However, the garden is lush, peonies are ready to pop, the iris, lupine, and azaleas are blooming and its pretty darn gorgeous at the moment.

However, I have decided that it is time for me to stop writing the blog. I began writing it in December of 2013. Grandchildren have arrived to play in the garden, we lost one dog and gained another. My shoulders, knees and back creak a bit more than they used to. I have really enjoyed taking photos of my garden and sharing them with you, but it has become one more box to check on the never ending to-do list.

I will keep the domain name so the archives will always be accessible, there just won’t be any new posts. I will, of course, keep gardening. That will not stop. There are always plants that have outgrown their location and need to be moved. Others that didn’t make it through the winter need replacement. The battle with voles, chipmunks, deer and other varmints will continue.

There are also the special moments to savor with friends, family and the dog. Its a place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine and just take in the glory of the outdoors. Gardening is my life. I hope you enjoy these photos of Gramma Penny’s garden taken in May 2025.

Thank you, dear readers. Happy gardening.