Peony

I've always loved these giant flowers. They smell just wonderful. But the true reason for my love is a memory of buckets of these on my grandmother's front porch - just placed all over, in every imaginable color. If I could have them all year 'round, I would!

Columbine

This plant appeared this year, much to my surprise. I don't remember planting it, but then again, who knows!? My neighbor has some beautiful blue ones. I'll try and get a photo of those soon.

Cocoon - revisited

Still no activity from it, but it's hidden further these days by green leaves.