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| June, 2018. The Crepe Myrtle has benefited from pruning and lavish attention paid to its base: leaves, mushroom compost, red wiggler earthworms, wood mulch, grass clippings, and plant clippings. |
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| Fall, 2012 - Mrs. Ichabod laughed at the size of the Crepe Myrtle, six years ago - by the mailbox. Notice how short it is: plenty of Eastern sun, no shade, but no blooms. |
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| Joe Pye is ready to bloom and attract butterflies. |
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| Chaste Tree attracts bees with its flowers: it was grown as a medicine to keep monks in line. Fox Valley should order a truckload. |
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| Shasta Daisies expand in clumps and provide cheerful flowers. The moment they bloom, beneficial insects stop by for food. |
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| Crepe Myrtle flowers litter the mulch around the Calladium leaf. Sixteen will sprout under the plant and add color to the base. |
