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Planting Autumn Crocus (Colchicum)

I don't believe I have ever grown autumn crocus ( colchicum - I love to say that word) -  although we did inherit one when we moved into this house. I moved it, and apparently it did not like that because I never saw it again. I have always wanted to grow it, but I always think about it at the wrong time of year. Plus, I never see it at nurseries (not even at Yard N' Garden Land). When a friend offered me some, I said YES. She gave me one special one called "Waterlily" and several that I guess we would call the  "average one".  'Waterlily' The question then was where on earth would I would plant them. I read that they are nice in grassy areas so I then decided to plant them along the grassy pathway in front. (This pathway is about to become a gravel pathway as I am refusing to water it daily. Michael wins this battle and gets to do the "told you so" dance .) I decided to tuck the primo one at the corner of the path next to this pot. Diggin...
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Postcards from Santa Rosa Beach




We are back from our annual beach vacation. This year we were at Santa Rosa Beach again (between Destin and Panama City Beach, Florida). The weather was beautiful, sunny days in the 70s and mild mornings and evenings. Only one day of rain - the last day we were there - but I enjoyed it because we were in a house with a tin roof and I was curled up with a good book. Our house also had walls of windows overlooking the beach. It was very cozy.

The photo above was just one of many beautiful sunsets we enjoyed. Here are some more photos taken from our deck -










Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy
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  1. David OliverNovember 8, 2013 at 3:49 PM

    Beautiful pictures Phillip! Looks like you and Michael had a great time.

    Welcome back to hell! :)

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  2. Lisa at GreenbowNovember 8, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    What a beautiful vacation site. I know you enjoyed it.

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  3. AlisonNovember 8, 2013 at 8:04 PM

    Lovely! I can almost feel the warmth and the coziness.

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  4. chavlinessNovember 9, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    What a fantastic spot for a relaxing vacation! I was feeling quite relaxed just looking at your gorgeous photographs on Saturday morning even without the soft sand and the warm temperatures.

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  5. Shenandoah KeplerNovember 9, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    Phillip,
    Florida is a really big state, but do you ever get down there in Jan thru Mar? We spend those months in central Florida and would love to visit if you are anywhere nearby - like I said, I know it is a huge state, but...
    Best to you,
    Shenandoah

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  6. JenNovember 9, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    Nooooo, I'm not jealous at all? Why do you ask?

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  7. aquablueroseNovember 9, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    Such Beautiful photographs, Phillip!!

    Am thinking of you both and sending my love!

    Gerri XXXOOO

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  8. Cerberus German shepherdsNovember 10, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Very pretty...

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  9. Lonnie MillerNovember 10, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Great photos, The sand almost looks like snow.

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  10. AnonymousNovember 12, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    Beautiful pictures. I just had to cash in vacation days as I was beginning to lose them. I'd rather take them

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  11. outlawgardenerNovember 13, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    Gorgeous! Sounds like a wonderful and restful vacation! Hope you are rested and ready to be back at work!

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  12. sharonNovember 15, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    I love the panhandle...great shots

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  13. LesNovember 16, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Looks like you picked a great spot to vacation.

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  14. CarolNovember 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    Oh my goodness all these pictures are so beautiful! Looks like ya'll did have some very nice weather! Thanks so much for sharing. Reminds me of home

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  15. RobinLNovember 16, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    Gorgeous shots, and just my kind of vacation. They look so much like our recent trip to Sanibel Island, but that shouldn't be surprising!

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