It seems that spring has fled by us, leaving the daffodils and tulips behind and the next crop of flowers not quite here yet. Here are a few pictures of that early crop, a few because they were so magnificent it was hard to pick out just one or two or three. For reference the statue of St. Joseph is just over two feet tall.

More or less, in order of appearance, these are: Tulipa vuylstekeara Tangerine Dream, one of the most brilliant mid- to late season small tulips I've found and a spot of bright color that truly attracts attention; a large grouping of Rembrandt tulips, grape hyacinths and white pansies greet you as you go through the entrance to Beth's front yard; the entrance to my home guarded by St. Joseph and what I think are Tulip Mrs. John T. Scheepers; and the last photo is a cluster of Tarda tulips that has done exceptionally well at the front corner of the bed.

I could post another dozen pictures of tulips and daffodils but it is almost summer so the next post, which I will try to do this weekend, will bring you those.