A Closer Look at Winter Damage
But first, take a look at this gorgeous rainbow that we had on Friday! The five-day stretch of warm temperatures last week really jump-started the garden. Now that plants are putting out new growth, it is easier to see what kind of damage the winter left. Back in mid-January, we experienced five straight days of below-freezing temperatures. This caused much damage in Portland and areas where frigid winds were a factor. Here, we were fortunate to not get the wind and the cold temperatures were dampened by a blanket of snow. That said, it was a tough time for the garden and there are noticeable casualties but no outright deaths that I have seen. The bottlebrush ( Callistemon 'Woodlander's Red') did not like the cold at all. It was planted six years ago, in the north-facing garden no less, and I've not experienced die-back on it until now. A local expert said to cut it all the way back so that is what I did. If it doesn't make it, I won't be too distraught. It is
Great colors, and awesome picture all together.
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ReplyDeleteNo words needed. That tree is a stunner! Great photo.
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What a beautiful sight.
ReplyDeleteLovely! Both the blooms and the sun are pure delight. Our spring has barely begun in Maine.
ReplyDeleteSo very lovely~
ReplyDeleteI think your photos should go to gardening magazines coverpage!
ReplyDeleteAh!!!! How lovely Phillip!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful garden! I'm so glad I stopped by! I'll be following you so I will stop in often.
ReplyDeleteHappy Bloom Day!
Thanks so much for the "eye candy" it's Jan. 31, 2011 and gloomy-your picts are like a get-well card for my Spring Fever.
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