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AN ARIZONA RAINFOREST...........................................




Who says you can't have a rainforest in Arizona?

I am out to prove them wrong.  These are pics of my front court yard this summer.  Full of palms, trees, shrubs and flowers.....


The spider plants you see in the foreground....are mostly volunteers.  I started with one plant about three inches tall....and they just keep multiplying over the years.

The huge ferns in back I have had for over 20 years.

What always amazes me is how with ll5 degree summers and freezing winters these things just thrive and multiply.


Another peek through my palms....painted the chairs this summer...fun...fun colors.

This little sign is always on my porch.  It hangs about my fountain that runs 24/7....maybe it helps...who knows?  LOL LOL

I hope everyone is having fun with their summer gardens this year....you know what they say...."more is more".

hugs,

Jo




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  1. mxtodis123May 7, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    Oh it is so beautiful. I'd love to see it in person.

    Hoping all is well with you.
    Mary

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  2. SandyMay 7, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Beautiful. Are you spending the summer here this year?

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  3. Debra She Who SeeksMay 7, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    So lush and green! You must do a lot of watering.

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  4. JeanieMay 7, 2013 at 7:38 PM

    Oh, my -- this is absolutely stunning. I envy your skill and green thumb!

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  5. It's Just DottieMay 7, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Hi friend!! I know it is wonderful.
    Smiles,Dottie

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  6. FranMay 7, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    Your garden looks amazing, lush and green, perfect xxx

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  7. Winkel's Crazy IdeasMay 8, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    Beautiful summer garden you have, such fresh vibrant colours. Still waiting for everything to wake up after a long winter here. Pam xx

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  8. BohemianMay 8, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Jo your Garden is so lush and green that it is a Testimony of being able to make the Desert look like a little slice of Eden!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  9. UnknownMay 10, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Oh my, and such a beautiful rainforest it is.
    It is like your own little kingdom of peace.

    a work of art.

    applause
    Sharon

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  10. PalomaseaMay 11, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    Oh WOW! Dear Jo...this is extraordinary! What a paradise! That is truly a gift...to be able to grow such lushness. We finally have warm weather, and I am anxious to get started on my container gardening...our balcony may even see something larger this year...you have inspired me!
    Blessings, sweet friend...
    - Irina

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  11. Here I Am CarrieMay 15, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    How wonderful to have the climate to create such a beautiful tropical haven. I think you have a for sure micro climate happening there in your patio. If I lived in the desert year round I would create something like this as well in a small protected area.

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