Dirt, gorgeous photos! And you are so very masterful at color harmony and textural contrast!
JoAnn, I'm surprised David gets mildew, it's touted as mildew resistant. The only one I have that ever gets mildew is an old one called Prime Minister.
"...and don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous." Rumi