Beyond The Patio Doors. . .

As I share my tablescapes On Crooked Creektt,
I often mention the view through the patio doors.(here)

Follow me today and I'll share what lies beyond the patio doors. . .

May 2014

No fancy chair cushions or throw pillows,

for this Spring and Summer On Crooked Creektt we have had ample rain.

Refreshing rain, that continues to keep the grass and landscape green! 
The cushions remain within the garage for storage until needed.

Most years in the Gardens On Crooked Creektt,
I choose a subtle color palette of creamy ivory, soft buttery yellows,
heathery lavenders and variegated greens.

May 2014

This year, I chose vibrant colors to awaken and contrast 
the grassy greens of the various Gardens.

Mexican Heather and Zinnias 
are a harmonious combination for our viewing pleasure beyond the patio doors.

Although the bakers rack is somewhat difficult to view from the patio doors,
it, too carries the color scheme of the Gardens.

May 2014

New to On Crooked Creektt's Gardens 

are the African Queen Fern and a Firecracker Plant.

May 2014

Off the back deck 

is a stone path that leads to the On Crooked Creektt's Herb Garden.

July 2014

With our harsh Winter of 2013,

I lost most of the herbs that normally Winter~over.

The only ones that survived were the onion chive 

gifted to me by my Joy Circle Sister, Pam. . .

some Lemon Thyme and a Garlic Chive.

Newly planted Basil, Dill, Parsley, Rosemary and Sage

have been added to the Herb Garden since May 2014.

Along with the Sage,
I've added a purplish Sweet Potato Vine for added variance to the Herb Garden.

Along the border of the Herb Garden On Crooked Creektt

set landscaping timbers that feature heirloom vintage wagon wheels.

Among the wagon wheels are years of continuing addition of vinca vines.

A bird feeder hangs from the tree

as well as bird seed in a pie pan on the ground and seed upon a stone.

"Mr. Ed" generously feeds 

the many birds that frequent On Crooked Creektt's Gardens,

a neighborhood squirrel affectionately named "Fred"

and our resident rabbit called "Pee Wee".
Below is a comical photo of the Mourning Dove Trio. . .
Maude, Claude and Todd.

"Pee Wee" was born in the Gardens On Crooked Creektt

in the Spring of 2013 and stayed through the Winter beneath our deck.

He shows little fear of "Mr. Ed" or I.

I was approximately three~to~four feet 

from "Pee Wee" in the above photos. 

And while I have no photos of "Fred",

our son and daughter~in~law gifted us with this adorable look~alike 

for On Crooked Creektt's Gardens this past Christmas.


"Mr. Ed's" Dragoon Soldier 
keeps daily and nightly watch over the Herb Garden and its "residents".

Retirement affords one with time to gaze upon the wonders of our World.

"Mr. Ed" and I hope that you've enjoyed a bit of our world . . .

with a tour of the Herb Garden . . .
                                                              beyond the patio doors.

Until next time. . .

On Crooked Creektt will be joining

Jody & Stan @ Rooted In Thyme for Sweet & Simple Fridays!

And. . .

Susan @ Between Naps On The Porch for Metamorphosis Monday!

And. . .

Brooke @ Creative Country Mom for Home Sweet Garden Party!

And. . .

Marty @ A Stroll Thru Life for Inspire Me Tuesday!

Be sure to visit each of these amazing host and hostesses 

for inspiring decor ideas for your own home!