08.23.2023 | Ordinary Wednesday

The heat wave continues here in the Carondelet Garden.  Up before dawn again to continue the watering regime.  We are having pretty good luck with the plants. The Million Bells are looking quite lovely.  While Calibrachoa Million Bells may be a fairly new species, this dazzling little plant is a must-have in the garden. Its name comes from the fact that it features hundreds of small, bell-like flowers that resemble miniature petunias. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for use in hanging baskets, containers or as a small area ground cover. We use them as small area ground cover here in the Garden and they are doing very well.

It's mid-week and the doldrums of this heat wave have hit.  I'm ready for Autumn.  I'm ready for some cooler temperatures.  I'm ready for some porch sitting and a lovely beverage in the evening.  I'm trying to be patient but I'm ready for Fall!  How about you?  I have no complaints.  We are cool and comfortable.  We have no real needs unmet.  We are beyond fortunate.  It's time to count your blessings old man!  

It's another Ordinary Wednesday in late August in South Saint Louis.  The heat and humidity are hanging around for a few more days but the weather folks tell me we shall have some relief by the weekend.  Be careful and take care of yourself as you journey about today.  That's all the news from here in the Carondelet Garden.