Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day & Foliage Follow-Up March: Long Island Garden Signs of Spring!
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1w ago
Welcome! Welcome! There are signs of spring everywhere as the temperatures warm into the mid to upper 50's to 60's after two inches of rain and sixty mile an hour winds just a few days ago. Look around and you will see colorful foliage and blooms emerging everywhere from their winters sleep and the garden changing day by day as we head towards spring. I can see a difference in the timing of blooms as they seem to be a couple of weeks earlier this year. Perhaps the groundhog was right, but as well all know, March is an unpredictable month. Join me for a tour of my Long Island garden ..read more
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Feature Indoor Plant Profile: African Violet
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3w ago
This Month in the Garden: Feature Indoor Plant Welcome to This Month in the Garden! Today we talk about African Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha), one of the most common houseplants in the world known for their distinct rosette of fuzzy leaves, range of flower colors and ease of care. First discovered in 1892 in the tropical rainforests of the Usambara mountains near the border of Tanzania Africa, the first commercial varieties all with blue flowers were introduced into the market in 1927. In 1942, the first pink variety was introduced, followed by a white blooming variety, followed by t ..read more
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Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day & Foliage Follow-Up February-The Subtle Beauty of Winter
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1M ago
Welcome ! The 15th-16th and 19th of January brought our only two snowfalls of the winter, the first with just 2.1 inches and a dusting on the 19th, with milder temperatures predicted for the month of February. It has been a noticeably milder and rainier winter than those of the past, which this gardener does not mind a bit! But wait...Is there snow on the way? The forecasters say so! There is much interest to be seen in the winter landscape, so join me for a tour of my Long Island garden. Juniperus 'Blue Star' and Lirope 'Variegata' The first stop is to view this combination ..read more
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This Month in the Garden: Winter Gardening: Protecting Your Outdoor Plants from the Cold
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2M ago
Over the last couple of years, temperature extremes during the winter months have taken a toll on our outdoor gardens. From weeks of mild temperatures in the 40's and 50's to cold blasts plummeting temperatures into the teens and even single digits, these extremes pose a risk to plants, and safeguarding them from the harsh cold becomes crucial for maintaining their health. Some broad-leaved evergreens such as Rhododendron will even tell you when temperatures are below 20 degrees. Their leaves will curl in severe cold, a process known as thermonasty, which helps to reduce surface area and con ..read more
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Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day & Foliage Follow-Up January: The Subtle Beauty of Winter
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2M ago
Welcome: January Garden! The start of the 2024 gardening season brought our first snow on the 7th, as I ran outside like a little kid with cell phone to capture the moment. It only lasted a while with no accumulation, but had been something I had not experienced in a while. It has been a milder than usual January with temperatures in the 40's and larger amounts of rain than we have seen in the past, but now a cold blast has arrived! As the garden sleeps for winter, there is still much of nature's beauty to be explored. There a a well-known quote by Josephine Neuse that ..read more
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Happy New Year!: 2023 Gardening Year in Review
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3M ago
January Garden Happy New Year and welcome to This Month in the Garden. It was both a busy and rewarding year in my Long Island (now zone 7b) garden. January started off the year with temperatures in the upper 40's, and a chill in the air, but not too unbearable to venture outside. In the past, I would never think of working in the garden in January, but on the milder days, I was able to get some time in tending to weeds and just enjoying the outdoors. Some sights to see for January are the varying colors of foliage and the blooms of Helleborous 'Shooting Star'. Its foli ..read more
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Garden Bloggers' Bloom Day & Foliage Follow-Up December: Into the Garden We Go!
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3M ago
Welcome! Welcome to my December Long Island garden and I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season! As the months go by quickly, we saw our first silvery white flakes of snow falling from the sky on November 28th. It lasted about fifteen minutes, but was the first snow for the season (technically) and brought a smile to my face. Since then, the temperatures have been in the 40's and low 50's during the day and we have had several nights hitting the freezing mark. The Winter Solstice will be upon us in just less than a week, and the garden still has much to show. Join me for ..read more
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This Month in the Garden: To Rake or Not to Rake: The Great Debate on Fall Leaf Removal
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4M ago
This Month in the Garden As the autumn landscape becomes covered with an array of vibrant color, the temptation to tidy up your property and remove fallen leaves becomes almost instinctive. Leaving fall leaves in your garden can offer several benefits to both your landscape and the environment, but while the practice of leaving fall leaves has its advantages, it’s essential to strike a balance. Let’s explore the facts to help you make an informed decision.  Natural Mulch: Allowing fallen leaves to remain on the ground acts as a natural mulch, providing insulation for t ..read more
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Garden Blogers' Bloom Day & Foliage Follow-Up November: The Changing Views of Autumn
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4M ago
Welcome! We are in the midst of autumn here on Long Island and the landscape is a changing array of color. I must say that besides Spring, this is one of my favorite times of the year. There is a chill in the air, but not too cold to wander out into the garden to observe what nature has to offer, and there is a sense of energy and a willingness to explore. We all know a garden is constantly changing with something new to experience awaiting around each corner. Join me for a stroll in my November zone 7 garden! Front Lawn The first view is of the front lawn where two types of ..read more
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This Month in the Garden: Feature Ornamental Tree-Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple
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5M ago
This Month in the Garden Welcome to This Month in the Garden! This month we feature Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple, scientifically known as Acer palmatum ‘Rhode Island Red'. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, this eye-catching ornamental tree adds a touch of elegance to gardens and landscapes of all types. This unique cultivar is cherished for its dwarf form and striking features throughout the seasons, making it a favorite among garden enthusiasts. Rhode Island Red Dwarf Japanese Maple Appearance: The Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple is renowned for its vivid, red tones as ..read more
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