Backyard Inspiration- Shade plants

	Hosta Dancing in the Rain- bold white centered leaves nicely edged in blue-green. In spring, creamy white leaves curl & twist in a pleasing way gradually turning all white in the center.
	Hydrangea Snowflake- Flowers begin appearing in mid summer and emerge a pristine white then quickly change to pink.
	Hosta Hadspen Blue- This is the perfect Hosta for underplanting beneath shrubs at only 15 inches high and 20 inches across.
	Golden Lights Hardy Azalea- Growing up to 3-5' high and with foliage that changes to red in fall, this shrub makes an excellent border or addition to a naturalized area.
	Hakonechloa All Gold- Slender arching stems have bright gold-yellow leaves that stay attractive from spring thru fall as along as it receives ample moisture. Leaf color will vary depending on light.
	Purple Wintercreeper- Fast-growing evergreen ground cover turns purplish in fall and retains color through winter.

Backyard Inspiration- Patios

Our backyard is in a sorry state- between kids and the dog, a botched irrigation project- it is a barren wasteland. This must change. I would love a cozy patio to sit and socialize, a bubbling water fountain, some nice shade loving plants to provide privacy and a a small patch of grass. This backyard renovation will be my 40th birthday gift to myself!