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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

Our house in the snow



Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy

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  1. So pretty and cozy looking.
    Malcolm

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  2. Great looking shot! Your house always looks beautiful regardless of the weather.

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  3. Beautiful! I hope you got a snow day out of this weather.

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  4. Your house looks so lovely, warm and inviting! You just want to come in for a cup of tea!
    Christina

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  5. So pretty. Like a picture postcard!

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  6. Lovely - looks like an upmarket xmas card ! Very appealing!

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  7. I'm so pleased to see that you can appreciate the beauty of the snow!

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  8. That should be your Christmas Card next year, if you are still there.

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  9. Gorgeous! The lovely home, the snow and lights make for a postcard setting.

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