I recently had the pleasure of attending the annual Cornell Plant Sale at Cornell Plantations on June 7th. Attendees are able to buy some of the Cornell Plantations' gardeners' top picks...some of which are new introductions. The prices were great! Needless to say, I purchased quite a few plants. After the sale I toured some of the gardens. The primrose path, as I call it, is my favorite place at Cornell Plantations.
Peonies and iris surrounded the greenhouses where the plant sale was held. Here are a few of my favorite pics (above)
Primula japonica bordered by Rodgersia and hostas. Lovely combo even when not in bloom.
Interesting splashes of color in this Primula japonica
Darmera peltata, also called Indian rhubarb or Umbrella plant. I love the beautiful flower spikes that precede the leaves in the spring. One of my new favorite shade plants.
A boardwalk path meanders along the stream bead with Primula japonica, ferns, Darmera peltata, Chinese skunk cabbage.
Chinese skunk cabbage
If you are in the area of Ithaca, NY, Cornell Plantations is a lovely place to visit any time of year. The gardens are always open for the public to enjoy. A truly remarkable place! For more information visit their website www.cornellplantations.org
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