Thursday, March 22, 2012

Azaleas

Late Wednesday afternoon I remembered rain was headed our way, and I had not taken pictures of my azaleas this year. I knew if it rained as much as predicted, it would beat them down, so grabbed the camera. Had to wait between gusts of wind to try and get a decent picture - still most turned out a bit blurred.

They are prettier than last year, but not as full as they were 2 years ago - the color is a little different this year also.
April, 2010
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Linking up with Cindy @ "Show and Tell Friday"
Mary @ "Mosaic Monday"
Susan @ "Outdoor Wednesday"
I would like to say "Welcome" to the new readers who have joined in. Have not been posting and visiting around the "land of blog" very much recently - other things going on . We all know how that goes. :) Hope to catch up before long.
"They" are saying we are suppose to have great weather the next few days, so plan on spending a lot of time outside. A bit more "winter debris" cleanup outside is in order, along with a shopping trip for annuals. Flowers !! I need flowers !! :-D

What ever your plans - Have a great week!
Glenda
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30 comments:

  1. Brenda PruittMarch 22, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    I do miss my pretty azaleas back in East Texas...
    Brenda

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  2. DonnaMarch 22, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Your azaleas are gorgeous! Mine are blooming too but we had rain this evening ... hope the blooms aren't gone. I bought ferns and a Gerber daisy the other day. I can't wait to buy annuals!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  3. Our Hopeful HomeMarch 22, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    Azaleas are some of my favorites. We've had trouble growing them here for some reason but we try. Love your collage! And good luck with the flowers, I know the feeling of just having to go and get some!

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  4. Crafts a la ModeMarch 22, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    Here in Connecticut the daffodils are in bloom and they are very early. It's wonderful! Waiting for the trees to bloom now. Thanks for sharing your pics of prettiness. I love flowers, don't you? So nice to meet you. I'm following now..Linda

    http://twosucculentsisters.blogspot.com

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  5. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMarch 22, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    They're gorgeous, love the vibrant color. We could use a little bit of that around here:-)

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  6. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 23, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    Oh girl, what beauties they are!! Don't ya just love the show they put on. Mine are a ways from bloomin'.

    I have three scattered at the back of my cottage garden.

    Thanks for sharin' you bloomin' pictures.

    Have yourself an awesomely blessed spring weekend sweetie!!! :o)

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  7. momto8March 23, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    mine have buds!
    yours are beautiful! flowers just make everyone a little happier!

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  8. MonicaMarch 23, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    I always love to see your lovely courtyard!
    xo

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  9. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 23, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Azaleas are so pretty! I wish we could grow then here. My husband always loves to watch the Masters golf tournament and the azaleas are usually in bloom then but I think everything is earlier this year.

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  10. Richard CottrellMarch 25, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    i love them so, I have trouble getting them to do here. Your's are beautiful. Happy Spring. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  11. eileeninmdMarch 25, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Your azaleas are pretty and I like the color. Thanks for sharing and I hope you have a great week ahead.

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  12. SnapMarch 25, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Lovely, lovely azaleas! Happy Spring!

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  13. A Garden of ThreadsMarch 25, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    How I wish I could grow azaleas. The squirrels are always eating the buds in the spring. Yours are gorgeous.

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  14. black eyed susans kitchenMarch 25, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    How beautiful....I can't wait till ours are in season...soon.

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  15. VeeMarch 25, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    My azaleas will not be out for another month or so. Yours look great! Hope that the rain doesn't get them. They have such a short time as it is...

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  16. xinexMarch 25, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    Your azaleas are beautiful, Glenda. Your courtyard is coming alive again. So sorry about Judy, will offer prayers for her and her family....Christine

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  17. AnonymousMarch 26, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    Your Azaleas are gorgeous Glenda. We are a tad far north to get the same growth as in the south, but we keep trying!:-)

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 26, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    They are beautiful! Isn't it funny how the color can be a little different. If we didn't have photos, we would wonder! ♥

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  19. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 26, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    Beautiful, Glenda. I'm so sorry about Judy. laurie

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  20. SueMarch 27, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    Azaleas are so pretty...I love the color of yours. We are heading south in a few days and I hope to see them in masses, I love it when that happens!

    It is gorgeous here...a bit cooler than it has been but I'm good with that. I'm still struggling with allergy headaches, but I have good days and bad. On the good days I'm still cleaning and throwing away things! I'm almost done with the main floor-but the basement storage room scares me!

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  21. Gardening in a SandboxMarch 27, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    The azaleas are gorgeous and I love that rich colour. V

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  22. Tina´s PicStoryMarch 27, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    so beautiful pics! :)

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  23. UnknownMarch 27, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    They are beautiful! Joann

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  24. The Old ParsonageMarch 27, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    I love azealas the are so vivid when in bloom.

    Thanks for stopping by my friend.

    Leann

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  25. Leslie's GardenMarch 27, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    Your azaleas are so pretty. I'm looking forward to The Masters this weekend and seeing more! I can grown a lot of things, but Azaleas have never done well for me, I just haven't found the trick. After seeing everyone else's, I want to try again.

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  26. Kim, USAMarch 27, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    I tried planting Azaleas but it died. Yours is beautiful.

    Outdoor Wednesday

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  27. SueMarch 28, 2012 at 5:14 AM

    I love their gorgeous color, but sadly, azaleas don't do well up here. We'll be in NC in a few weeks so I'll get to enjoy them for a few days. Glad you were able to capture them with your camera before the rain! Sorry to hear about your friend's passing. ~Sue

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  28. carol l mckennaMarch 28, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    awesome, colorful and creative photos! ~thanks, namaste, ^_^ linked w/ Outdoor Wednesday

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  29. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 28, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Oh my, they are stunning. I love how they are just bursting with blooms. Beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  30. Deborah Kay at The Paint SplashMarch 29, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Glad you got the shot before the rain. They are beautiful. Blessings, Debbie

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