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
Lucky! Lucky! Shoals Wildflower Society members! What gorgeous gardens! Your photos are beautiful Phillip... I particularly love the first two gardens. I am happy to wish you luck ... but I do not believe you need it. I am certain they will all be delighted!
ReplyDeleteHere's a giant good luck wish and a big hug too! I wish I could see your slide show and hear the talk. Those gardens are amazing, but the azalea wonderland really caught my azalea fairy attention! BTW, I bought that cast iron half urn, just because you said I needed it! I am too easy! :-)
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Wonderful photos Phillip. Love the rustic log arbor. Wish I lived closer, would love to see your presentation.
ReplyDeleteMarnie
Good luck Phillip! I wish I could be there! I love the pictures. The wooden arbor is stunning!
ReplyDeletePS. I hope you received foxglove and poppy seeds!
Break a leg!
ReplyDeletePhillip... These gardens are dream gardens and you've captured them so beautifully. I know that you will do your usual wonderful best! Wish we could be there! gail
ReplyDeleteWish I could be there for your presentation as well, Phillip. What amazing gardens you've captured.
ReplyDeleteWishing you luck and a good turnout.
Ooh, nice! There's nothing better than looking at photos of beautiful gardens you don't also have to weed! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Phillip
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots.
I really like Dee Hubbert's garden. That structure is terrific.
Good luck for the talk!
So much lovely inspiration, I know you will do a great job. Best of luck.
ReplyDeleteYou must live in gardening heaven! What beautiful gardens in your photos!
ReplyDeleteCameron
What beautiful gardens and lovely photos. I'm sure the audience will enjoy your presentation!
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