Tag: perennials
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Petals At The Corner 3 April
Since last week, so much more has emerged in the garden. It’s like meeting friends that you have not seen in a while. The weather forecast shows no frost chances so I think its safe to plant tender plants now. So once my tomatoes and peppers are ready, into the ground they will go. Most…
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Petals At The Corner 27 March
The weather is sunny and the temperatures are pleasantly warm. The frequent question comes to mind “Is it time to plant?” The grass is green and it could be mowed if only to remove the seed heads from unwanted grasses and broadleaf weeds. I have already begun to add some fertilizer and broad leaf applications…
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Petals At the Corner 20 March 2026
It’s Spring. It’s beautiful weather. The grass is waking up and the predominant color is quickly becoming green. We had frost early this week and even a snow shower but the next ten days will be frost free. In fact, our likelihood for any more frost is very low. The birds have been very active…
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Petals At The Corner 14 March 2026
There are many new petals to see at the Corner Garden this week. The pine pollen is blowing pretty freely the last few days. I washed my car and it lost the yellow look but it was just 2 hours later that my car was covered with it again. The water oak is also putting…
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Late Winter 20 Feb 2026
This has been a beautiful week of weather. It has been warm with several mostly sunny days. There is a cold front coming. It will bring some frosty nights for 2 days so winter still has some punch left in it. It is so wonderful to have the increasing amount of daylight. The plants have…
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Late Winter 13 Feb 2026
There has been such a dramatic change in the weather this week. It is spring-like with a gentle breeze and warm sunny days. There is no frost in the forecast for at least the next 10 days. The spring bloom display has begun. The daffodils, the crocuses and the snowdrops are full. There are some…
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Late Winter 6Feb2026
The winter season has been much colder than usual here in Central Alabamal. Since there has been such cold, I have not posted in several weeks. We are coming through 12 days with frost but the forecast is for much milder weather next week. Rambling through the garden today, there is much more interesting photos…
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Autumn Colors 21 Nov 2025
The leaves are falling rapidly. Soon the tall tree canopy will be bare. I am gathering up the leaves and they will be composted with the perennials that have finished blooming. Of course, I am leaving enough leaves under trees and shrubs for the insect life, birds and other critters that use it as habitat.…
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Autumn Colors 14 Nov 2025
We had frost 2 nights this week. It was a light touch so only a few very tender plants are done for the season. We are in a stretch of warm days and cool nights so the autumn color will persist for at least the next 10 days. This week the feature is the Camellia…
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Autumn Colors 7 November 2025
As autumn’s first frost approaches, temperatures are set to drop, prompting preparation for tender plants. This week showcases peak fall colors, particularly from Hydrangea quercifolia and Vaccinium ashei. Observations include various blooms and wildlife. The writer looks forward to sharing more photos and encourages participation in the Six on Saturday community.