Last spring, my sister Elaine selected a wide range of perennials for a garden surrounding the patio of our mother’s apartment. Now, a year later, it’s a thrill to see most of the plants emerging from the ground. The Korean lilac, Miss Kim, is loaded with buds. In addition, in spite of a nocturnal visit from some neighborhood deer, there are some vibrant pink tulips to accompany the miniature daffodils. We’re awaiting the peonies, iris, Shasta daisies, phlox, pinks, sedum, tiarella, monarda, hens and chicks, sidalcea, hosta, columbine, lavender, and hydrangea.