A Holiday Plant for Many Seasons to Come
Each December I enjoy highlighting those plants appropriate for the Holiday season that are less frequently considered as season appropriate! Obviously, the Poinsettia is the plant of preference for adorning many homes during this season. I love the colorful display that Poinsettias provide, but I always reflect on a comment a client retorted when I gifted her a plant – “Oh no, I really do not want another Poinsettia I am going to kill.” The more I thought about her comment, the more I realized it was true. Wouldn’t it be nice to receive a plant that would live not for one season, but for many to come?
Bruce Crawford
November is here. The cool nights combined with the ample rainfall in October has allowed our trees to erupt into a bonanza of spectacular colors. In addition, the soil is adequately moist to bring plants safely into the start of winter without the worry of drought. The light frosts of October have started to impact our annuals but very soon, they will need to be removed with the onset of colder weather. Even though the weather is becoming cooler, there is still much to do in the Garden before it can be put to bed for winter!
Itea – A Plant in Need of Rediscovery
October marks the true start of autumn and much work for the gardener! We are now racing against time to complete our chores before that first strong frost. September was a fairly dry month, so watering chores are certainly high on the list! Always remember to take a moment and make some notes about your garden. Among other details, take note of what annuals are still looking respectable, which late season vegetables are living up to expectations, and perhaps what woody plants or perennials should be added to enhance the autumn garden for next year!
Cyclamens – Dancing in the Woodland Garden
