Leafylady, rue can irritate some people's skin. It never has mine, and I'm sensitive to lantana, okra, and of course, poison ivy. The nice thing...
Glad she isn't allergic, and that the "sting" went out of her experience. The child who swatted at the bee should be taught not to do that. Bees...
We plant rue for the butterflies--black swallowtails lay their eggs on rue, the caterpillars develop and eat most of the plant, then go on to be...
You have a rare visitor there! Red-headed woodpeckers are losing habitat, and therefore are seen less frequently. About attracting/keeping your...
Kindra is so fortunate to have such a lovely wedding that her great family planned to start her off on her new life. Simply lovely, every bit of...
Since we moved to Texas, I've missed having gardening friends. Lots of people visited our garden when we lived in town, but none were interested...
Lovely rose, and certainly an eye-catcher! Jackson and Perkins had a "Coral something-or-other" rose that looks a lot like what you have. Perhaps...
Toni, I'm with you--hyacinth bean vines are magnificent! Of course, mine aren't as big and lush as yours, but we enjoy them anyway! I have to...
Gail, you were up against some really, really tough competition, but your photo is truly special. I think you'd better copyright it! Congratulations!
Naturenanni, thank you for the kind words! I read in your introduction that you like fragrant roses. If you can get your hands on a Belinda's...
Here is a link to the U. of N. Carolina horticultural department. The explanations are very clear, and diagrams are included. I downloaded this...
Y'all are right--my husband is special and very tuned in to what makes me happy! Frank, all gardeners would like 200 lbs. of manure. Only...
We Texas girls like big hair, but this is ridiculous!
Toni, Beautiful passiflora! The next time a butterfly is close to you, lick the back of your hand and stay still. They like saliva for some...
Last week I did a painting job my husband planned to do, didn't want to do, and was dreading. As a thank-you he brought me 200 lbs. of composted...
What a lovely name! I'm sure all the family is thrilled. You need to buy the biggest teddy bear you can find. When our goddaughter was born, my...
Well done, Frank. I can hardly wait to see what photo you come up with. It will be a doozy, I bet! (Not to put any pressure on you, or anything ....
Gorgeous felines! I am owned by a cat, so I know how busy the two must keep you. Aren't they a joy to have around, and a lot of company? I am...
Hello, and welcome! We are on a small farm in central Texas with vegetable gardens, herb gardens, bee hives, chickens and a Monarch Larva...
Frank, I know it will be hard, but could you possibly pick six photos that are not ALL gorgeous? Throw in a few not-absolutely-heartstoppers for a...
