Doing my best to capture the beauty

Due to the fact that my backyard space is limited, I had to get creative this year. I've eaten my last store bought rubber tomato! No more!!!
This year, I constructed a system of planter boxes in my yard. It's really proving to be a success providing not only fresh produce, but beauty and functionality while serving as a base for the fence to keep my cherished boys in the yard. (I have 3 wonderful rescue dogs.) We were able to harvest many strawberries already. They actually just finished putting off. Now, my black-eyed susan vine has really taken off. I just love the pop of unexpected color it gives! My tomato plants are no disappointment either. They now have towered over me and are abundant with fruit. My mouth waters while waiting for them to turn red.







Although I've really enjoyed the planter boxes, I'm thinking of adding something new next year. I've been reading up on strawbale gardening and just might give it a shot along another fence in the far corner of the yard. Until then, I'll be researching!
Oh, and how could I ever forget the beautiful Rose of Sharon bushes that line the property. Aren't they gorgeous?