[Bon of Babble]

I've grown basil in the past - but it doesn't do well in our hot, dry climate and tends to bolt quickly.

Meanwhile, we're enjoying a cooler summer in So Cal than last year - I've only had to run the a/c twice and it only goes on if the temp is over 90.

Plants are loving the cooler weather as well, I've even got cool weather pansies that are still blooming:

I'm having better luck with liles this year:

This is a Lucifer Lily:

And Hisbiscus:

"Sunset Blvd.":

Have no idea what this double hibiscus is called, I got it off the dead table at Lowe's years ago:

And, my helpers:

Happy Summer to All!

[Pete from Shawnee Mission]

Bon! Emphasis on Red this week! The magenta rose mallow (hibiscus) and blood red asiatic lily are incredible!

[MomwithHope]

Who is that handsome doggie! He looks great,

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Looks like someone got his summer haircut! So cute. Your lilies are fantastic. :)