We all have our weaknesses, and one of mine is for those bicolor tulips that have a rim of one color and central color of another. while solid colors make a strong statement in the landscape view, the striking look of two colors suits me best. Three … [Read more...] about I Have A Thing For Bicolor Bulbs, Especially Tulips
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Here Is Hope For A Beautiful Spring
From a previous year It turned the corner here in the Central Ohio area. Patches of snow are all that are left after the warming temperatures and rains. I will have to post some of my older, but still beautiful, spring photos in … [Read more...] about Here Is Hope For A Beautiful Spring
Tulip Trials
Every fall gardeners buy tulips, and every spring I read blog posts complaining about tulips. -so says Kathy of Cold Climate Gardening. It is time to read the fine print on tulip growing, and Kathy gives some pointers to think about. I've … [Read more...] about Tulip Trials
Ritual of Planting Spring Bulbs
I planted my tulips and crocus today, finally. The Triumph tulip that I planted was called 'Red Lips'. It has a white base with red edges. Sort of the reverse of 'Merry Widow' or 'Lucky Strike'. I have a thing for red and white tulips. I seem to … [Read more...] about Ritual of Planting Spring Bulbs
