I hope to add a chuckle to your weekend by showing you a picture of a pollinator-eating animal. The nectar of this Red Hot Poker perennial (Knifophia) seems to be a treat for the Ethiopian wolf. It is the first time a species has been discovered as eating fruit and becoming an unexpected pollinator. Maybe we should include this bloom as an aperitif, a steamed side dish, or at least a secret ingredient in our stuffing this holiday.
Christie’s Blog
November 2024
The Life Cycle of A Leaf
Consider Using One Layer of Leaves for your Mulch
I thought while we are admiring the fall colors of leaves and at the same time thinking about mulching our garden beds, it would be beneficial […]
As I revel in these warm days of early November, I find myself wondering if the blooms on flowers are more vibrant than they were a month ago? ”I have checked the web for articles on bloom colors being more beautiful with late cooling temperatures. I can’t find much on the web, but my brain knows its true!
I would like to get very specific in this warm October. You need to water! This lovely Indian summer we are getting can be really tough on plants if they don’t get any water. Most of us have irrigation systems which have already been winterized and turned off. Others of us have no irrigation system at all.
As the holidays draw near I am trying to figure out an original project with humor and levity. Sometimes holiday visits can be a little slow, and carry a little tension with so much togetherness. What a great idea it would be to think up something educational and fun! Ages from 2 years old, like my grandson Augie, through post-retirement age can join in. Anyone recovering or in the midst of health issues can play too by stuffing the Bug Hotel.