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
Somehow I missed this, I know how I haven't been able to read the paper the last several days. He had a spectacular garden, and you're right it's hard to grow them that large here. I tried bring some of the larger varieties back from Auburn with me on my trips home. I think 2 are still living at the old house. I hope his garden is handed down to a garden lover. Too many beautiful gardens are turned into yards. Mary
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your friend Phillip. He obviously has a green thumb. What a sight his garden must be during the blooming season.
ReplyDeleteThis is spectacular and I always feel bad when I hear about the end of a marvelous gardening career. Also, it was nice to see photos of your garden on the Fine Gardening site... Larry
ReplyDeleteMary, I do hope that someone can take care of the garden. It would be terrible if it went to ruin.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa and Larry!
How sad he is gone, but it is rather inspiring that he started plants from small cuttings when he was older. Shows such a great attitude.
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Always Growing
Too bad he is gone. I'm really sorry to hear that Phillip. The garden is really lovely and fully bloomed!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear of Mr. Perry's passing. He led our Master Gardener group through his beautiful garden several years ago, and it was such a treat learning from such a fascinating man. I will pass on this news to our group, as many will remember him.
ReplyDeleteThats a beautiful place with so many azaleas. Sorry to hear of the loss of this fine gardener.
ReplyDeleteLovely photo and lovely tribute.
ReplyDeleteHe sounds really inspiring. I do hope the garden continues - it's gorgeous.
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