Tag Archives: milkweed pods

Flying Away

Posted on October 20, 2018 by
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Morning Embrace

Posted on November 28, 2016 by

November light embraces a milkweed pod draped in goldenrod.

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Sow Milkweed in November

Posted on November 1, 2016 by

Once milkweed pods (Asclepias species) dry and start to split open, collect the seeds and sow them directly where you want them to grow, covering them lightly with loose soil. They need a cold period in order to germinate, so winter … Continue reading →

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Looking Good November 6

Posted on November 6, 2015 by

Foliage is the primary focus in the garden these days, with my current favorites being the above bridal wreath (Spirea x vanhouttei) and in the photo below, oakleaf hydrangea (H. quercifolia). Both display multiple layers of color, adding light and depth. Beyond foliage as … Continue reading →

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Looking Good October 23

Posted on October 23, 2015 by

After the hard frosts of last weekend, most of my garden is looking pretty grim. When you love the garden as much as we do, it can be a bit disheartening to bid this source of joy and inspiration adieu … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on October 20, 2015 by
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Looking Good October 2

Posted on October 2, 2015 by

I’m joining Gillian at Country Garden UK in her weekly meme Looking Good. She asks us to showcase highlights in our garden each week and link back to her site. Pop on over to see what’s special in gardener’s plots around the globe. After … Continue reading →

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