State of (The Original) IB2DWs Bed - May 2024

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The last time that I published a "State of the IB2DWs" was in Summer 2022 - just about two years ago. Back then, the bed was just getting established; after being transformed from turf grass to a mulch bed.  Today, it is longer, bigger, more-planted and presents a more full-figured profile to visitors.  I thought it was time to update the garden diary with a new State of IB2DWs.   

First, the original part - closer to the garage.    Below are a few photos that show the current state - featuring some Serendipity Alliums, Karl Foerster Grasses, Cat's Pajamas Nepeta, some Elijah Blue Fescue clumps, creeping jenny, sedums, All Gold Hakonechloa grasses, a couple of Agastache Blue Fortune, a Prairie Dropseed, some Peonies, a couple of conifers, some boxwoods, a Cardoon and a couple of trees.  Things are doing well, but the Summer heat hasn't arrived.  

Landscaping with grasses, flowers and conifers in narrow strip between two driveways

Landscaping with grasses, flowers and conifers in narrow strip between two driveways

Landscaping with grasses, flowers and conifers in narrow strip between two driveways

Landscaping with grasses, flowers and conifers in narrow strip between two driveways

Landscaping with grasses, flowers and conifers in narrow strip between two driveways







Location: Downers Grove, IL, USA

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