110 days ago
by GrandmaT |
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I bought two sizes of cement baskets many years ago now, for our old home, and have had fun over the years filling them with different flowers. The smaller of the two baskets has always been somewhat of a challenge to grow flowers in because the basket truly will only accomodate one plant. Well this year I made a wonderful choice when I planted ONE “neon raspberry” Petunia within it.
So while my other containers and baskets are dying back, this little Petunia is blooming like c...
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119 days ago
by GrandmaT |
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This past Saturday I headed to our local Farmer’s Market and found a great sale on Mum’s. So picked up 4 for the front porch. So many colors to choose from, I had a difficult time; but finally chose the yellow/white and mauve colors. Thought they would show up best from a distance.
I may add a few pumpkins in the coming weeks; but have to say this is about it for me this year. It has been a truly enjoyable year gardening; one I won’t soon forget. So now on to beautiful Fa...
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210 days ago
by GrandmaT |
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Despite all the ups and downs with our weather, my baskets and containers are doing just great. Most have at least doubled in size. It has been exciting to watch. Here are a few of them …
I am hoping you can see this … this is an all white Petunia Basket that has been in my Container Garden since late Spring. Today I discovered that two of the flowers have gone bi-colored. A little pink anyone … How cool is that!!!!!!!
This Sheppard’s Hook is in the backyard. The...
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