{"id":3106,"date":"2025-05-07T07:03:23","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T14:03:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wrwofficial.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/07\/carlas-mid-spring-foliage-in-pennsylvania\/"},"modified":"2025-05-07T07:03:25","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T14:03:25","slug":"carlas-mid-spring-foliage-in-pennsylvania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wrwofficial.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/07\/carlas-mid-spring-foliage-in-pennsylvania\/","title":{"rendered":"Carla\u2019s Mid-Spring Foliage in Pennsylvania"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/p>\n

\n

Hi GPODers!<\/p>\n

Yesterday we enjoyed the colorful array of mid-spring flowers in Carla Zambelli Mudry\u2019s woodland garden (if you missed that post, check it out here: Part 1<\/a>). Today we\u2019re back in Malvern, Pennsylvania, to see the new foliage that has emerged since the start of the growing season. While flowers often steal the spotlight\u2014particularly in early spring when bulbs and flowering woodies reign supreme\u2014Carla\u2019s foliage proves it can be just as colorful and exciting.<\/p>\n

Greetings from mid-spring in my garden! This is the time of year when it feels like something new is happening every hour of the day. It\u2019s a busy time of planting and early weeding (which I hate) and feeding plants like my roses. The birdsong is a joy every day. My favorite birds, which are the bluebirds and Carolina wrens, are back and nesting, and I am waiting for the ever-sociable catbirds to make their appearance. Happy gardening!<\/em><\/p>\n

<\/a>Hostas are an easy way to bring color to your shade beds, but they can be even more fun in a cool container! A concrete swan makes a lovely home for this brightly variegated variety.<\/p>\n

\"may<\/a>Mayapples (Podophyllum<\/a> peltatum<\/em>, Zones 3\u20138) have pretty white flowers, but I think the carpet they can create with their umbrella-like foliage is just as captivating. Carla\u2019s mayapple colony is shimmering and shining in the sunrays flooding out between trees.<\/p>\n

\"cluster<\/a>And this sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum<\/em>, Zones 4\u20138) will soon be covered in lovely clusters of bright white flowers but is already providing interest with its bursts of bloom-like foliage. As a bonus, you don\u2019t need to wait for the flowers to enjoy this plant\u2019s unique fragrance. When crushed, the leaves also produce a lovely scent, which is why this plant is often used commercially in perfumes and potpourri.<\/p>\n

\"Japanese<\/a>Perennials are providing lots of foliage interest for Carla this spring, but it\u2019s her Japanese maple collection that really sings. \u2018Orange Dream\u2019 (Acer<\/a> palmatum<\/em> \u2018Orange Dream\u2019, Zones 6\u20139) might as well be cascading blooms over bright green fern fronds.<\/p>\n

\"dwarf<\/a>Clusters of serrated leaves glow with varied shades of green, orange, and red that also provide unparalleled texture. Just about anyone can find the room to squeeze this beauty as a small focal-point tree into their garden.<\/p>\n

\"Japanese<\/a>The deep red of \u2018Crimson Prince\u2019 (Acer palmatum<\/em> \u2018Crimson Prince\u2019, Zones 5\u20139) provides great contrast for many of the lighter and brighter colors of the season. It also does a little bit of double duty with its tiny red flowers.<\/p>\n

\"lace-like<\/a>Of course, I had to sneak one spring flower into this post. This double daffodil is absolutely darling but even more interesting when paired with the dark burgundy laceleaf maple behind.<\/p>\n

A final video shows how all this fresh and colorful foliage looks mixed together in Carla\u2019s woodland wonderland. What a magical moment when winter\u2019s sea of brown transforms into a lively canopy of green.<\/p>\n

Spring fever is reaching its peak, and the only cure is more garden photos! Whether it\u2019s your 1st time submitting or your 15th, we would love to see your spring garden on the blog this year. Follow the directions below to submit photos via email, or send me a DM on Instagram: @agirlherdogandtheroad<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

We want to see YOUR garden!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Have photos to share? We\u2019d love to see your garden, a particular collection of plants you love, or a wonderful garden you had the chance to visit!<\/p>\n

To submit, send 5\u201310 photos to\u00a0[email\u00a0protected]<\/span><\/a>\u00a0along with some information about the plants in the pictures and where you took the photos. We\u2019d love to hear where you are located, how long you\u2019ve been gardening, successes you are proud of, failures you learned from, hopes for the future, favorite plants, or funny stories from your garden.<\/p>\n

Have a mobile phone? Tag your photos on\u00a0Facebook,<\/a>\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0with #FineGardening!<\/p>\n

Do you receive the GPOD by email yet?\u00a0Sign up here<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

Fine Gardening Recommended Products<\/p>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n\t\t\t\t\"\"\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n
\n

ARS Telescoping Long Reach Pruner<\/p>\n

Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.<\/p>\n

Telescopes from 4 to 7′. Cut and Hold (160) Blades. Drop forged blades for unsurpassed long lasting sharpness. Lightweight, 2.3 lbs., for continued use. Perfectly balanced for easy pruning.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

\n
\n
\n\t\t\t\t\"\"\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n
\n

Razor-Back Potato\/Refuse Hook<\/p>\n

Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

\n
\n
\n\t\t\t\t\"\"\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n
\n

Ho-Mi Digger – Korean Triangle Blade<\/p>\n

Fine Gardening receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.<\/p>\n

Versatile Tool: The Easy Digger Korean Triangle Blade Ho Mi Ho-mi is a versatile gardening tool designed for leveling and digging in home and garden settings. Efficient Design: Its unique triangular blade shape allows for easy soil penetration and efficient leveling of garden beds or landscaping areas. Durable Construction: Crafted with sturdy materials, this tool ensures long-lasting performance and reliability.
\nErgonomic Handle: The comfortable handle provides a secure grip, reducing hand fatigue during extended use. Compact Size: Its compact design makes it easy to maneuver in tight spaces and store when not in use.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section><\/div>\n<\/section><\/div>\n