Tag: daylily
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What a Beautiful Spring
Spring is such a wonderful time of year. The grass turns green. The leaves return and the plants emerge and grow. At first it is a slow process, then it quickens pace. Now, it is marvelously and rapidly changing. We continue to get regular rainfall which is aiding the process. I am seeing more and…
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Middle of May
The garden continues to progress. The spring flowers like the daffodils and pansies are now wilted as the temperatures rise. The summer bloomers like hydrangeas, daylilies and sunflowers are beginning their reign. The days continue to lengthen and the nights are definitely warmer. As the soil warms, more shoots are emerging. I have planted my…
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Heat Wave 17 June 2022
Greetings from the sweltering Southeast USA. We have been in a heat advisory for the past few days. It is expected to continue for another week. Highs are in the upper 90’s and heat index is topping 100 every day. My plan is to limit outdoor work to early morning and just before dusk. Plenty…
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Shade and sun
We have been through a few rainy days brought on by a tropical depression coming off the Gulf of Mexico. The sun has returned today and the garden will now burst forth. The trees and shrubs are fully arrayed in their leafy glory so there is plenty of shade. The shade will protect the more…