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 Examples One way I like to see these flowers in the garden are in the company of a harmonious lowgrowing perennial. One that picks … [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 celebration. Outside it is a bit dreary and I need to pick up the remainder of the hot tub canvas cover, etc. I will, as soon as I am done working on what seems … [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 written about tulips and I'm one of those people that loves them and grows them. I do have to say that I grow far less of tulipa than I used to when living … [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 have lost my gusto for planting the bulbs though. But that is probably just the effect of a troubled mind. Unfortunately that is probably just what it … [Read more...] about Ritual of Planting Spring Bulbs