We bought two new trees last fall and it was fun to watch them bloom this spring. I really didn't realize that either of them were going to have spring blooms. The first pic ( LT ) is of a Chokecherry tree, different from the Chokecherry bushes in Saskatchewan, it does not have any berries on it. It came out green in early spring a few weeks ago, and shortly after developed these pretty white blossoms. It will eventually turn a dark purplish/brown color and remain that way until fall.

The picture above RT is a beautiful tree that has green leaves thoughout the year and has these lovely pink carnation like blossoms in the spring. I don't even remember what type of tree it is - but sure wasn't expecting such nice blooms.

The pic to the RT is a Redbud. They are indigenous to KY so you see them scattered through the countryside in the spring. I love the color of the blooms. They only last a few weeks and turn to a nice large leaf that offers a lot of privacy.

These pictures were taken a week or two ago. Most of the trees are out in leaf now.

I am hoping to plant some flowers this week end. I have accumulated so many, and have been trying to get at it but couldn't today and we are having possible severe storms here tomorrow.

Below are some of my petunias, daisies and geraniums ready for planting !