Hosta coming to you soon.
ilovetogrow z9 Jax Florida
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So many of the forums on GardenWeb (I remember Spike) have died. I like it here on the hosta page. I wish to keep it going in the summer. Last summer we barely filled a page.
My idea is ........ drum roll here ......... That every other Monday I want to start a post of 'What are we up to this week or 2'. So, we can stay in touch, catch up or get a laugh. What do you think?
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Coming to Carolina soon--t;hanks
Comments (1)So glad you came back to post! We thought we'd frightened you off with our 'opinions'. For the most part, everyone has pulled the begonias and coleus and planted pansies by now. You'll see color when you get here. The plants you bring, don't be surprised if they bloom at a different time than you're used to or they don't bloom at all. At least the first year. Everything you mentioned digging up will be happy here although you'll need to be careful where you site the lily of the valley. The dappled sun of the far north is nothing compared to the dappled sun of the Carolinas which is much more intense for more months. Tell us where your new Charlotte house is located. Tell us about the yard and what's already planted. In November it's a great time to plant daffodils and other small flowering bulbs. Time to plant trees too. We've already had 3 frosty enough nites to kill off the coleus, impatiens and other tender leaf/stem annuals. Carpet roses are still in marvelous fall bloom. I think these frosts are a bit early but down here it varies(first frost). I think the lowest temp was 31 so far. Got any other questions about the area ? Best groceries,best banks, etc. If you have any regional food preferences stock up and bring it along. Bring your snow shovels but sell your snow blower if you have one. Fergit studded tires..they're banned here. You're not likely to need chains but bring them if you plan to travel to the mountains. Wool clothing..thin wools(sweaters) you'll use a couple but the thicker wools just take up storage space. I like down in different weights and it doesn't suffer from moth damage like wools do. You'll find that your wardrobe will rapidly expand in the cotton/linen/silk weight fabrics and you're not likely to put away(store) summer anything except whites and linens. Doesn't leave much closet room for fall/winter. Back to gardening..right now we're planting leaf lettuces and spinach. We'll have plenty more 70 degree days so they're sprout and be ready to harvest in March/April. Expect to be overwhelmed this coming spring as you discover just how much more variety of plants/flowers/shrubs you can grow here. WELCOME ! Dottie...See MoreComing soon to a backyard near you
Comments (7)Pyrethrins can harm the caterpillars, the butterflies and moths, and the whole enormous list of beneficial insects, from A to Z. It is also harmful to reptiles, amphibians and fish, birds, pets (especially youngsters), and humans. It's a suspected carcinogen. It can be passed from mother to nursing baby (per animal experiments). If the air is humid (like it would be from dusk to dawn), your neighbor's toxic mist will easily find its way to your property. The smaller the particles, the farther it will travel. Just like the abatement trucks. What to do, what to do? ;-)...See MoreComing Soon to a Garden Near You
Comments (11)I've been looking all over for more blooms here in town. Seems a few daffodils and crocuses are all we have to offer everywhere. I did see a tree in bloom a couple weeks ago, maybe a cherry? But the latest cold spell zapped it quickly. Not even the redbuds are budding yet. Maybe this week will send some more our way....See MoreHosta roots sprouted and bag-did I plant outside too soon?
Comments (14)Kathy, normally I'd agree with you because we all know hostas are just about invincible, but when you are talking about these bagged babies, it is a little different to my way of thinking....but then again, I'll admit that I do all sorts of things under the guise of gardening that a lot of other people don't! Lol. The shock of going from indoor conditions directly to the ground outdoors at this time of year...well, in zone 5 anything is possible....like the return to winter weather with little warning! I guess it might depend on how the up-to-now-pampered (being snug in peat moss and enclosed in plastic, indoors) roots would react as well. Proper hardening off is the key to success IMO....See More
peren.all Zone 5a Ontario Canada
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undertheoaksgardener7b
last monthPaula, what a great idea! I’m all for it! You know that my crazy garden is already pipping or leafing out. Unruly Child 2 days ago and Camellia Satsuma Kurenai yesterday. The azaleas will bloom soon, too.
Beth - Michigan 6A
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indianagardengirl
last monthIm busy dragging pots in and out of the garage, sigh. Once I spotted them pipping I decided I had to put them in some sun so they didn’t etoliate. Now they are MUCH further along than i wanted. Ah well. These should all go in the ground this year.
The beer can in the pot with Viking Ship is just for size reference 😉 - that sucker is HUGE.
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lindalana 5b Chicago
last monthdjacob Z6a SE WI
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26 days agoHostas are here! Jade Cascade, Coconut Custard, Robert Frost, and Honey Bells.
old_dirt 6a
26 days agoFinally seeing some hostas breaking ground. I uncovered my pots today (hope it isn't too early) and several of them have shoots starting. Komodo Dragon below looks promising.
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