God ~ Our Sunlight
Psalm 84:11
June is the perfect month for the four petaled Sundrop - Latin Oenothera - to fully bloom in shade or sun. This hardy perennial is an excellent addition to all types of gardens where a burst of yellow is needed. Also called the Evening Primrose, it is easy care, drought resistant, not fussy with soil types and does not seem to attract pests. This is a perfect fit for Midwest gardens as it holds up to long, harsh winters and gladly welcomes the sunshine in spring. All varieties seem to multiply quickly and can easily be divided then replanted. The name Sundrop was given as the flower seems to open fully while the sun is high in the sky and as the evening begins to settle, the yellow petals will drop and slowly begin to close.
A scriptural reference to the sun is found in Psalm 84:11 "For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory ..." Once again something as simple and lovely as the canary colored Sundrop can portray the true Source of earthly Sunlight, our Light from the darkness of sin and that Light which shines in and through our individual life. It is only by His grace and glory that we can enjoy the benefits of his beautiful creation. "Lord thou has been favorable unto thy land" Psalm 85:1.
