So- it seems that LJ won't let you lovely folk see ALL the tags available via the tags list, just those already in use. So, for your benefit I'm listing all the tags to date after the cut. I am adding more as I go, so I'll update the master-list here periodically. I'm hoping to figure out a layout change or update to facilitate tag display shortly ( Read more... )

I have a plumeria that's about three feet tall. It was rooted for me by a neighbor who raised plumerias (he's not my neighbor anymore so I can't ask him this!) It originally had three branches. Year before last, one branch broke off. I successfully rooted it and although it hasn't gotten much taller, it made it through last year just fine. I ( Read more... )

How concerned should I be about weather when putting out seedlings? If you haven't seen my plants, check my previous post to get a look at them. The weather forcast is calling for isolated thunderstorms or 'strong storms' for the next ten days or so, but hail seems unlikely. My plants have been spending days outdoors for the last couple of weeks ( Read more... )

You all were so helpful in figuring out some of the denizens of my new garden, I thought you would appreciate an update.  I'll post pictures later, when things are blooming.

Hostas in the front.
Daylilies on the sides, probably orange, according to my neighbor.
Over the weekend, my DH and I were weeding and discovered a long-buried marker for Dwarf ( Read more... )

The weather has finally broken. I know there are suggested ways of hardening off but what's worked best for you when setting out seedlings. I have some that will stay in pots and some will be going into the ground. Hopefully the squirrels will forget the path to my back porch but I doubt it. :( Got any advice?