Le jardin des fleurs

Lest I complain about the rain too much, color is bursting all over our yard.  Dutch Irises, which are tiny, grow in large groups and are brilliantly colored and Peonys are the recent bloomers.  Inspired, I took some macro photos this morning.

This spring has been cool, but that means perfect bike riding weather!  I got to ride this morning before work.  I also hope the rain can hold off some this weekend so I can get some more veggies in my garden.  Its about time to plant tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini and maybe some peppers.  I would also like to plant some cilantro out there, but have trouble with it just sending up the long woody shoots and not really becoming full.  Time to research…