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
Zuchinni plants are gorgeous with those big leaves and big yellow flowers. Yours is very healthy. Gosh, this recipe makes me want to go make an afternoon snack. mmmmmmm
ReplyDeleteI want to make some of those. Thanks Phillip!!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy I stopped by because your zucchini and dip sound great.
ReplyDeleteYummy! Thanks for the recipe, I would love to try it!
ReplyDeleteThese look delicious! I need to give this a try. :o)
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