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
Oh, I'm jealous! I'm going to have to copy your wish list!
ReplyDeleteHi Phillip, love the photo of you two. I can vouch for Hydrangea 'Little Honey', it is worthy. :-)
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How nice that you got to see her in person and see her pictures! I'll have to get those books you mentioned. I have her Perennials book and it's one of those I always go back to. I have Toothwort and Phlox 'Minnie Pearl' from her list and they are both beautiful performers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great evening. Nothing like a jolt of inspiration after a long hot summer.
ReplyDeletePhillip, How wonderful to meet her~I love the little evergreen azalea and would love to have it in my garden! gail
ReplyDeleteThis must have been a great experience for you. If you are interested in growing your own loofah sponges, drop by.
ReplyDeleteVery nice that you got to meet her!
ReplyDeleteLucky you! I loved her book "Color Echoes," which has been very influential in the development of my garden. If I lived in Zone 7, I'd buy all her books.
ReplyDeletePamela certainly knows her plants. Did you see her on a Gardener's Diary?
ReplyDeleteGreat photo!
I have Pamela's book! I remember seeing her on a garden show and went right to Amazon and got the book! I bought it when I was up in the NY tundra, I'll be heading right up to get it out and start planning my wish list!!
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