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
This was always my favorite growing up. We'd put it in a bread bowl using good San Francisco sourdough. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteyumm...sounds like a winner to me!
ReplyDeleteI loooove spinach dip and have a recipe that will knock you bloomers off!
ReplyDeleteWhoo hooo, sounds like a good time and the dip looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteHeavenly!!!! Thanks Phillip! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteDarla, I'd love to try it!
ReplyDeleteI make this dip too, and it is sooo good. I like to put it in a bowl of bread.
ReplyDeleteOur spinach crop has continued even with the 20degree nights we have had. Now I know what we can do with some of the harvest!
ReplyDeleteYummy...It's important to have a few excellent dip recipes to serve visitors and residents on cold wintry days! gail
ReplyDeleteI so love that stuff. I've never made it but have eaten PLENTY!
ReplyDeleteHope you are having fun! I just took a picture of a red bird in the snow and it made me think of you.
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