What’s Wrong With This Picture?
I took this picture today, August 29th, 2012. Who knows what isn’t quite right? Continue reading What’s Wrong With This Picture?
Category: Garden
Driftwood Garden
At a coastal garden I saw this very efficient and creative use of local materials, a garden fence made out of driftwood. I thought it was beautiful, and now I want a garden at the beach! Continue reading Driftwood Garden
Beautiful Blueberries!
This variety of blueberry is one of the best. Reka has a sweet and rich flavor. It produces lots of berries even when young, and even when in a container, like mine. Reka was developed in New Zealand for it’s vigor and adaptability to a wide range of Northern climates and soil types. Berries are medium in size and delicious. Tomorrow, blueberry pancakes! What is … Continue reading Beautiful Blueberries!
Mulch
Nothing shows off a plant better than a fresh layer of mulch. Today we spread a thick layer in one of my clients yards. The dark color really brings out the brightness in the grass and heather, as well as covering up the surface roots and rocks that have appeared over the winter. This is a happy job. As I spread the mulch today I … Continue reading Mulch
NW Flower and Garden Show—Dan Hinckley
I love Dan Hinckley. I just heard him speak at the Flower Show and it was fascinating. To see plants growing in their native habitats adds such an understanding of their culture. He discussed the plants in his garden at Indianola, Washington, especially those that survived the last few deathly cold winters. I loved hearing of these brave new plants that can not only live … Continue reading NW Flower and Garden Show—Dan Hinckley
Rainyleaf 