Deer Resistant Plants
Deer inhabit almost every part of the American continent. They are adaptable and may change their feeding preferences over time. During times of hunger, deer will eat almost any plant to survive. Following is a list of plants that are usually deer, and rabbit, resistant. Annuals Alyssum Alyssum Calendula Calendula offininalis Dusty Miller Senecio cineriaria Floss Flower Ageratum houstonianum Lemon grass Cymbopogon citratus Licorice Plant … Continue reading Deer Resistant Plants
Japanese Maples…Deer Candy in Sammamish
Recently I watched as this deer tore off big bites of these luscious Japanese Maple leaves. Freshly unfolded this spring, they were green and tender, just like a new spring salad. Our small Washington city of Sammamish, home to almost 46,000 people, is surrounded by green. We residents of the Northwest love/hate our green. We demand that it stays, even though we continually try to fill … Continue reading Japanese Maples…Deer Candy in Sammamish
Four Season Containers
I planted these containers for a client last fall. The topiary arborvitae was in place, but she wanted color for the winter (we are so lucky to live in the Pacific Northwest where we can have color in the winter!). I added heuchera, a variegated carex sedge, a small heather, variegated lonicera (bush honeysuckle), pansies and chrysanthemums. The mums didn’t make it beyond a few … Continue reading Four Season Containers
Wisteria All Grown Up!
Wisteria the double agent. It pretends to be a vine, but it’s really a tree. This one is growing in my friend Lory’s garden and is quite spectacular as it winds its way up a Western Red Cedar. She said this wisteria has been growing here for about 17 years. Chinese wisteria (Wisteria sinensis) is the most popular form. It twists in a counterclockwise direction … Continue reading Wisteria All Grown Up!
Everyone Needs a Tree
Everyone needs a tree to call their own. Trees are all around us, but have you ever picked a favorite? One special tree to watch through the seasons. To photograph and spy on? It’s like posing with a member of the family. A tall member, with really good hair. Trees are fun. We walk among them and find shade under their branches. We hug … Continue reading Everyone Needs a Tree
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