Tardiva Hydrangea
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Butterflies and Blossoms
I’ve been slammed with work, and, I confess, a new diversion. I bought a recumbent tricycle and have been exploring local bike trails. But whether I’m riding past Indian burial mounds and Grand River bayous or reading masters theses, the garden grows. And grows. I planted several mandevilla vines hoping they would temporarily fill in Continue reading
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Steam Heat
It’s been in the 90’s here, and high humidity turns that heat into steamy afternoons. And though there was a lot of moisture in the air, there was no water falling from the sky. But it rained today. And while the temperature is climbing again, at least the garden has gotten a nice natural drink. Continue reading
About Me
I haven’t always been a gardener, but I have always loved gardens. It has taken 16 years to get my gardens into the shape they are today. And, I’ve had help. I’m 74 years old, have rheumatoid arthritis, and had a late stage cancer six years ago. I am, though, intrepid. I’m the kind of person who plods along, tailoring my goals as I go. Last November I had a long overdue knee replacement surgery and I’m hoping this spring, summer, and fall will be able to maintain and find even more joy working in all of my garden beds. Full disclosure, though. I have a garden guy who comes once a week to work in my gardens.
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