The wide variety of planters in the backyard follow this original creation. Read about Building the Masterpiece. This year, I exclusively have Nasturtiums in the cone-shape hanging baskets; Begonias in the base planter. Second year Calibrachoa (Miracle Bells) in planter lower left. Honeysuckle directly behind Calibrachoa.

Superfluous information: That’s a $37. recycled-plastic made-in-America Bluebird house. In the beginning, I was totally ignorant regarding Bluebirds. Concerned about our environment, I believed “recycled-plastic” was a good purchase. Hear ye, hear ye, Bluebirds don’t adopt plastic birdhouses!!  In fact, not a single bird has taken residence the last two seasons. That bird house is an expensive decoration. All the original purchases (January 2012) are long-gone (except plastic)!! FYI: A bluebird house made of cedar wood, with adequate ventilation, for as little as $10. is a good start.  ~~  Retail stores selling items regarding backyard birds don’t always volunteer helpful information. I’ve learned **valuable** information by searching the Internet.