Cut backs

Finally able to spend some quality time in my garden today, I went in and did some deadheading, as well as cutting back anything looking remotely ratty. Feeling vicious, I clipped out bunches of Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum' and trimmed out the tops of some salvia and coleus.

A fantastic plant with great form and a wonderful wildlife attractant. I love the scent of the foliage when I happen to rub up against it at the opening of my path and am beginning to think this cultivar may be one of the best.

Dahlia 'Bishop of Llandaff' continues to bloom...

A look at my garden after my little hack session. I'm especially curious to note how quickly certain plants flush back or set blooms. I feel much better knowing there is more air and light circulation in my garden so as to avoid pests like white fly.