Plain Jane Rancher Needs Some Lovin’
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Comments (11)Monkshood does great in my back yard, which is soggy all the time. I have mine along my back fence, which is a plus because it's a quite tall plant,and the fence can help to keep it upright. As mentioned earlier, it blooms pretty late in the season - September? - so it keeps interest in the garden late into fall. Another tall plant against the fence is liatris (shooting star) - if you're into a more wild, natural look, swamp milkweed and joe pye weed do great in my wet soil. (Swamp milkweed feeds the monarchs butterflies, too.) We've also had lots of luck with astilbe, spiderwort (tradescantia), globeflowers, ligularia. Cardinal flower is supposed to like wet feet, but we haven't had too much luck with that. Plants that aren't specifically recommended for wet soil but that have done fine include a hardy hibiscus and lots of hostas. It's good you have partial sun - we do too, mostly, but areas with too much shade have been a problem with powdery mildew. Have fun - I love gardening in wet soil - if you pick the right plants, there's very little maintenance!...See MoreSome more prayers needed here...
Comments (27)Thank you all again. It's good to come here, as I mentioned on another post to 'escape'. Also to 'feel' the caring support from all of you. Update as of today...Dad needs a transfusion. It seems there is blood loss within the bone. His blood count has dropped, but I was told that in the elderly it's not uncommon. The problem is he's refusing it. We are trying to convince him it's for his own good if he wants to get better and go home. Tomorrow he'll make his decision. OA..you're right - nothing happens in the order we expect. Punk.. 'Looking up and asking for help' certainly does help get you through most situations. Kathleen...I remember you mentioning losing your Dad at a young age.. I thought how strong you mother was raising you and your sisters alone. As far as 'bittersweet' feelings on Christmas...I can totally relate to that. We lost DH's Mom on Christmas - his Dad on Easter..a Sister on Memorial Day, and now our Neice on Mother's Day.. As hard as it may be, it's so important for us to look forward and find the good in each day and make the most of it. janet1...I will keep your DGD in my prayers..and will look forward to you sharing all the 'Good News' about your new GGD. jan..thanks for all the helpful information. You brought up lots of good points on what to do once he's in rehab. Pictures, food and an Afghan are wonderful ideas. I just hope he accepts going to rehab eaisly..and that he agrees to one close enough to make the visits easy. You can see, with his personality...I can only 'suggest' it...lol He's the one in charge!! jane...See MorePlain Jane Exterior !!
Comments (9)Congrats on the new home! I would do a few things that would give the home a bit more identity. First, I would replace the colonial style columns with square columns. Then, update the exterior lights that stand out from the house color. Remove the shutters on the front of the home. Darken the body of the home a bit, but not too much so you still keep that Florida vibe. Although the front door color is fun, I would change it to coordinate with a color from one of the tiles on the front step. Right now it doesn't coordinate with anything. Or, if you love the door color, replace the front step tiles to terra-cotta which would compliment the turquoise in a fun way. I personally don't like the window design of your entry door, which also feels in competition with the home's style. So, I'd replace it with a frosted glass instead. Hope this helps!...See Morelandscaping ideas for plain cinderblock house
Comments (9)No fencing, keep shutters, I like. Also continue with the lanscaping around perimeter of yard with smooth curves. Layer your plant selection with a few different contrasting colors. Don't go crazy with too many colors and plants. Stick to 4-5 different plants. Plant in odd numbered groups like 3 or 5 with different textures. Must start planting trees..... There are many fast growing flowering smaller trees that look amazing in the landscape if placed correctly. Im doing my front yard same you, only in Denver, with heavy clay soil. (Really heavy and tuff to ammend) Just finished my first of 4 borders around my front. Im amending my soil and planting a few shrubs, a couple of trees this fall to have a little head start come spring where Ill be needing advice as well. Best of luck to you. Keep us posted on your progress....See MoreTwelve Gardens Ltd.
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