The Garden Project

When I initially started my garden, I was quite worried about killing things. To tell the complete truth, I’ve killed my share of plants (all by accident, of course), but one plant that never ceases to amaze me is the moonflower.

Since planting my first few moonflower seeds, I was worried that they wouldn’t sprout and when they finally did sprout, I worried that they would be too cramped in the container I was using, and when I realized they would grow without hindrance once I’d placed some stakes in there, I worried that the unforgiving South Florida would do them in for good.

Nothing, and I do mean nothing, that I may have done (or not done) could wipe out these darling flowers. Then, one evening after a long dance class and work out at the gym, I came home to the most beautiful sight: two full moonflower blooms beckoning me with their sweet fragrance. Continue reading »

Tagged: climbing vines, moonflower

The one thing I’ve wanted for my home is a fragrant floral assortment. Sweet peas were my first option, but while doing some research, I came across a flower called the moonflower.

It’s name was the first thing to draw me in — moonflower — it seems so ephemeral. So, mysterious and mystical. On top of it, everything I read about the flowers said they smelled divine and as a bonus they bloom at night. Who could ask for more?

So, I set out to pick up some sweet pea and moonflower seeds. When I got home, I immediately planted the sweet peas and set the moonflower seeds aside. (Which reminds me, I still need to write about the sweet peas. I’ll do that in the next entry.) Continue reading »

Tagged: climbing vines, moonflower