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To me, August is the month that best epitomizes summer. The days remain long, with the daytime chant of the Cicadas and the evening chorus of Crickets and Katydids. Rainfall in July was ample. Coupled with the warm temperatures, most plants have flourished, although the rains of June did set some plants back a bit…..
Finally, the hazy, lazy days of summer have arrived – something many of us longed for during those chilly days last winter and even in May! The temperatures are warm, the days are long and hopefully the rain is ample! The heat and humidity have certainly returned too, so try to garden during the cooler temperatures of the early mornings and evenings….
Lycoris is Full of Surprises
I have long concluded my worldly knowledge is woefully insufficient for crafting botanical names! Creating these names requires a comprehension of Latin and Greek languages, often blended with an understanding of mythological tales from around the world. This depth of knowledge is no more apparent than in the naming of Lycoris squamigera, a bulb commonly called Surprise Lily or Naked Lady….
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Summer has arrived! The days are wonderfully long, rain has proven to be adequate to date, and the temperatures promise to become more summer-like as the month progresses. June is filled with chores that linger from spring, as well as preparations necessary for the garden to continue to thrive for the summer. As the temperatures rise, enjoy the coolness of the early morning and evenings for those tasks requiring the most exertion, with the heat of the day reserved for lighter duties…
Bearing a Tongue Yet Silent Sentinels of the Garden
Imagine if plants could talk! We would certainly gather a far better understanding of why plants developed certain floral or seed characteristics, leaf shapes and gain important insights into their preferences for various habitats. Penstemon digitalis, with the common name of Beardtongue comes to mind as a very promising candidate for striking up a conversation…
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