Blooming Now
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Allium millenium
Allium ‘Millenium’ This allium has never been the focal point of my garden, but today it took center stage. They were planted in an undesirable spot, too close together. I rarely watered them. I didn’t fertilize. They were left to their own devices. There wasn’t much to recommend it. But today, as I was casually walking by I sensed a movement. I heard a … Continue reading Allium millenium
I Beg Your Pardon, I Love My Rose Garden
This year I committed to really taking care of my roses. I weeded, watered well, added compost, added organic fertilizer regularly and monitored pests. It’s been a good year for roses. The first flush of blooms was in June and it was glorious. I felt like my friends who had been away all winter had returned for a summer party. I enjoyed their colors the … Continue reading I Beg Your Pardon, I Love My Rose Garden
Rudbeckia Indian Summer
Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ is a robust summer flower. I just snipped one from my garden and the stem is almost half an inch wide. It’s like holding a chunky wand with a ray of magical golden color on top. My plant is only one year old, but the flowers rise up almost three to four feet from the ground. Each plant has up to 12 … Continue reading Rudbeckia Indian Summer
Thuja Pest Control
Today I tried something new in the garden for natural pest control. I’m trying to use the resources that are readily available to me, so I thought to start with Thuja plicata, or Western Red Cedar. It produces a strong aroma when crushed and I heard that it might have qualities that repel insects. I snipped a few new leaves from the trees in my … Continue reading Thuja Pest Control
