Lionhearts Homestead

06/12/2026

✨ Every year, I’m surprised by what I planted the winter before.

Well… “planted” might be a generous term. I scatter seeds all over the garden in the fall and then wait to see what decides to show up in the spring! 🌿

This year, one of my favorite surprises has been the White Lace flower. I’ve been taking photos every day since it first emerged so I can learn to recognize it at every stage—from its first tiny leaves, to the developing flower bud, and finally to that magical moment when it opens.

The garden is always teaching me patience, curiosity, and the beauty of surprises. 💚

06/10/2026

So many beautiful butterflies visiting the pollinator garden at Chatham Mills 🩵

06/09/2026

Praying for rain this week - the ground is cracking…

05/31/2026

First season successfully growing ranunculus!

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Lillies be poppin!

05/26/2026

Our hydrangeas are turning from pink to blue - one of the benefits of red clay / acidic soil here in NC 💙



https://www.southernliving.com/hydrangea-color-6532081

05/20/2026

There’s something special about stepping into the garden early in the morning and discovering the first pink lily has opened.
These little surprises remind me to slow down and appreciate the beauty that unfolds in its own time. The lilies are beginning their show, and I can’t wait to see what the coming days bring.
Now…. Back to watering this dry, dry land! 💔 Rain PLEASE 🌦️

05/14/2026

May peace be with you today, and always 💕