…but foliage endures. I notice flowers first, but even in the midst of the May riot of bloom, there are beautiful leaves to be found. Here is the result of last year’s hosta upgrade program, plus a lovely, cool, wet spring. Akebia, May apple and kirengeshoma are included in this slideshow.
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