Category Archives: Planting Time

Rejoice!

Posted on March 14, 2019 by carolee

  The long-awaited first crocus “Cream Beauty” has finally opened!  There is cause for celebration in the land!  It was formally greeted and welcomed, intently inspected, and the rejoicing began!  And THEN THE PLANTING commenced!!! Let’s just pause here for … Continue reading →

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Phenology?

Posted on March 9, 2019 by carolee

Good gardeners are observant.  As soon as the weather begins to moderate, gardeners can be found studying their gardens for signs of life, watching the skies for “V’s” of birds flying north, and searching trees and shrubs for tiny leaves.  … Continue reading →

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Anticipation!

Posted on April 20, 2018 by carolee

  The birdbath is frozen solid and frost covers the lawn, but the sun is shining and the forecast is wonderful:  above freezing and no snow or rain for the next five…that’s 5, FIVE fabulous, fantastic, freeze-free days ahead!!!!  It’s … Continue reading →

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