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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

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Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy

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  1. I wonder if any birds are brave enough to go into the birdhouse with kitty so near!

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  2. My old yellow tom packed his bags and left home. His mama the "kitten machine" is still here. I miss old tom. I like your pics.

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  3. What animal abuse! How dare you make life so hard on the kitty!!...

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  4. Looks like what each of us wishes he had spent this weekend doing!

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  5. I bet that fella really enjoyed this warm spring weather this weekend! Love the photo!

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  6. Every garden needs a cat! He's a beauty. gail

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  7. We all need a spot just like it. Lay down and relax!!!

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  8. What a handsome kitty. He knows just where to relax and let the birds come to him.

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  9. What a relaxed and pretty kitty! Just enjoying the day in the garden. Thank You for the Birthday greeting. Have a great week....Ray

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  10. Are you sure you didn't pose that kitty? Maybe bribe him with some catnip? His color matches so perfectly with the wall ornament above.

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