Tag: Gulf Coast
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Five for Friday 30 Dec 2022
The New Year is upon us and as always I am looking upon it with great expectations. In many ways, this has been a trying year and I am not regretting its passing. The severe weather that we just experienced in Central Alabama has caused visible damage and to our plants untold damage yet unseen. …
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Grasses and Such 20 Oct 2022
Since the garden is entering hibernation, I was searching for photos to post today. I found some photos of grasses and such. We have visited the Alabama Gulf Coast often over the years and I have a selection of photos I have taken there. First is a pampas grass against a backdrop of palm trees. …
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Bird Project 15 July 2022
I noticed that my bluebird houses have attracted pairs of Eastern Bluebirds for the second time this year. I have several houses at home and one at the Mens Garden. I have followed the recommendations of the Audobon Society in building them in order to keep other birds away. I built them out of…
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Summertime
The song says that the living is easy. It is hot here so its easy if you are indoors. Rain is forecast tomorrow which will break the heat for a while. In the meantime, it is sufficient just to keep the outdoor plants watered. Had to take care of the vole problem today. Applied a…
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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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Some Gulf Coast Photos 13 May 2022
I have been away at the Beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast. It has been marvellous weather. I am including some photos from there as well as some from home in Central Alabama. No matter where you travel in Alabama, you will be blessed with natural beauty. This first photo is a Solomon’s Seal in bloom. …