Category Archives: My garden

Late summer/autumn garden report

Posted on November 18, 2019 by

It feels like an eternity since I’ve posted an actual garden report. I am the Queen of Unrealized Intentions, and big jobs that hurt—like removing shrubs, curbing ever-expanding bamboo, building paths, or pruning trees—tend to get pushed on the future. … Continue reading →

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Wide vistas and wet closeups

Posted on April 1, 2018 by

We had the most wonderful long Easter weekend with friends in their log cabin on the Deschutes River, near Mt. Bachelor. The weather was wonderful, and over the course of our stay, we both skied and paddled, ate and toasted … Continue reading →

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The Pod invasion and a few other fun things

Posted on March 25, 2018 by

Let’s take a look at what is brewing in the garden, shall we?    

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Snowy February garden photo-op

Posted on February 19, 2018 by

Okay, so it snowed… I suppose that means it will be less difficult to stay inside and do paper work, but still… I had to venture out at least a little bit, and take some pictures. It’s interesting how similar … Continue reading →

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All lit up

Posted on December 14, 2017 by

For as much as a Grinch as I am, the one thing I really appreciate about Christmas on our side of the globe, is all the lights glimmering in an otherwise darkened world. I find the idea of an evergreen … Continue reading →

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New acquaintances and old addictions

Posted on February 25, 2017 by

So, I meant to report on the Northwest Flower and Garden Show, which is happening this weekend. My friends and former co-workers Gina and William, and I went up to see it on Thursday when it opened. This is our … Continue reading →

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The last rose…

Posted on December 9, 2016 by

Every so often, Portland gets hit with a little snow, and sometimes even an ice storm. Over the past two days, we got both – a double whammy. Once again, I am thankful for the roof over my head, and … Continue reading →

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My very own fertility goddess

Posted on July 11, 2016 by

Standing in a field, outside the little town where I grew up, is an ancient cairn, said to be a Bronze Age tribute to the  fertility cult of Freyr and Freya. It has been there longer than anyone knows, and is … Continue reading →

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First rain of summer

Posted on June 23, 2016 by

 

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More little white flowers…

Posted on June 5, 2016 by

A month or two ago, I decided to take out my Japanese Snowbell. But, not until after flowering. The heavenly scent that envelops the neighborhood when it does, is marvelous! Of course, now that it is in full, exuberant bloom, … Continue reading →

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