As the Wisteria starts to drop it's petals the Banksiae Banksiae Rose comes into it's own. This is an amazing thornless rose that keeps most of it's leaves through winter and flowers very early, in the late spring. It grows rampantly and being a native of China really needs a protecting wall to help it through the winter. It has the bonus of a beautiful perfume. It is best grown near where you walk because the flowers are tiny they can be enjoyed more close up, as well as the perfume.
Just as well Mike does an excellent job of pruning many times during the summer.
As the Wisteria starts to drop it's petals the Banksiae Banksiae Rose comes into it's own. This is an amazing thornless rose that keeps most of it's leaves through winter and flowers very early, in the late spring. It grows rampantly and being a native of China really needs a protecting wall to help it through the winter. It has the bonus of a beautiful perfume. It is best grown near where you walk because the flowers are tiny they can be enjoyed more close up, as well as the perfume.
Just as well Mike does an excellent job of pruning many times during the summer.
As the Wisteria comes to an end the Laburnum comes into it's own.
Isn't gardening a delight? 
Gorgeous photos ! Your garden looks beautiful, take care, Gina
ReplyDeleteJust magnificent!! The wisteria was drop dead gorgeous when you showed the photos last time ... now these photos show just how beautiful the rose is ... and your Laburnum is a showcase!!! Your garden is truly delightful!
ReplyDeletePretty Magnificent..every photo is art!! Just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteKiki~
Oh my goodness, your pictures are breathtakingly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the loveliness and the scents that are surrounding you.
FlowerLady
All three of those are high impact plants. They seem to transform their area. I love the pairing of small white rose flowers with the Wisteria. They make a delightful entrance way. Your Laburnum is another 'Wow' plant, such long strands of jewels on the tree.
ReplyDeleteIt is a delight, Joanne! What beauties you have there! The rose is fabulous! Love all the plants that you showed today.
ReplyDeleteHow striking! Your rose is lovely and what a combination! I love Love Love the Laburnum! Wow! What a gorgeous display... and this is just one section of your wonderful garden! ;>)
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to decide which is responsible for the gorgeous pictures you post
ReplyDeleteThe magnificent flowers or your photographic talent!
regardless
the end result are pictures that make me feel like I am right there in your garden and not 6000 miles away!
The vining plants are so full of magic, Joanne! I admire the pruning job Mike has done and agree that you didn't have to go all that way to see Monet's wisteria when you have such as that at home. But I thoroughly understand, and am so glad you visited that iconic garden anyways. The Laburnum almost seems artificial with those dripping golden racemes, just perfect! :-)
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A delight indeed!
ReplyDeleteHi Joanne~~ Somehow I lost track of your blog. Thank you for commenting on mine so I could trace my way back to you.
ReplyDeleteI've got the white Banks rose too and it's just finishing up. You're right in that the fragrance is just outstanding, like violets. I like to bring in little nosegays for my bedside table.
Interestingly the Laburnums are in full bloom right now too. Although I'm not a huge fan of yellow, there is no denying this tree is will stop you in your tracks.
Gorgeous photos!!!
Hi Joanne, your photo's are so lovely and the front of your beautiful house looks stunning. I hope you are keeping well. M x
ReplyDeleteMy gosh! The smell(s) must be heavenly! I so miss the gardens over there! We just don't do gardens the same here in the US! LOL!
ReplyDeleteWhat a show your garden is putting on. I used to think laburnum was a yellow Wisteria until I finally learned the difference. How lucky to be able to grow both of them in your garden.
ReplyDeleteFlowers, flowers everywhere! On the rooftops, up the tree and all around. This is magic.
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