The whites take center stage

Have you been enjoying all the May flowers?
 
I sure have. Even though I see the changes of color in my garden every year I still get surprised by how each color seems to have its own time to stand out. Early spring always starts with a flood of sunny yellow from the daffodils and forsythia. Summer moves into the hot and bright oranges.

I’ve been outside doing a little weeding and prepping so I can plant my veggies this week. As I walked around, I saw pops of white everywhere. White flowers are certainly taking center stage in my garden right now.

​I saw my first hummingbird of the year along with a butterfly and a bunch of bees enjoying the blossoms on this white azalea. I look forward to this shrub blooming each year. The flowers have a special glow, especially towards the end of the day.

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​5 reasons to have white flowers in your garden

• The color white is known for its sense of peace and hope. Having white flowers in the garden can offer a feeling of tranquility. 
• White flowers reflect light which makes them great for brightening up shady areas of the garden. Their brightness makes them stand out and are especially lovely in the evening. 
• Even though white flowers don't have bright pigments, they still attract pollinators such as butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
• Just like painting a room white to give an illusion of space, white flowers can be used to make smaller gardens appear more airy and expansive. 
• White flowers create a neutral backdrop, working well with other colors you may want in your garden.

Balansae - from the hyacinth family

Candytuft

Mrs. Bateman Clematis

                  Blueberry blossoms

Tiarella

"The white flowers of spring
are the dreams of winter."
 - Khalil Gibran