Tag: Cape Plumbago
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What To Do About Freeze Damage?
Many plants in Tucson and surrounding areas suffered damage from below freezing temps, recently. We recommend patience when dealing with the aftermath, but in some cases there is no doubt about what to do. Below is a severely damaged impatiens plant that was happily growing and blooming in a pot on our patio. In it’s…
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A Gallery of September Blessings
Our homegrown butterfly is released back to the garden. Our Cape Plumbago reaches 4 feet, with its faithful sky-blue show of flowers. …providing tasty treats to our little flock. …who then “scramble” for prime nesting spots. … laying our biggest egg so far. Our mini street garden offers beauty to passers-by, and water to neighborhood…
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A New Cast of Characters
When our backyard weather station registered 101, I knew I would have to say goodbye to some of my favorite garden characters. The happy face pansies, sweet alyssum and snapdragons that have brightened the garden stage with color since last October, will take their last bow in a few weeks. Our leading actor –winter lawn…