tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post6436410925365634585..comments2024-03-28T01:13:28.497-07:00Comments on Late to the Garden Party: Fabulous FoliageKris Petersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-35346088838231068082020-01-21T17:47:22.675-08:002020-01-21T17:47:22.675-08:00I was hoping the tanks would be topped off yet aga...I was hoping the tanks would be topped off yet again last night, Anna, but alas, the latest storm passed us by.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-50520980395165555122020-01-21T14:51:19.676-08:002020-01-21T14:51:19.676-08:00With such stunning foliage who needs flowers? Glad...With such stunning foliage who needs flowers? Glad to read that your rain collection tanks are full Kris 😄Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10794392333038962798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-61615100622258821932020-01-20T13:08:52.834-08:002020-01-20T13:08:52.834-08:00Normally, I like to head outside for our daily, bu...Normally, I like to head outside for our daily, but I must admit this latest cold spell (single digits and teens) gives me pause. It is a very quick walk!Eliza Watershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06879335295393594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-34865074277074257282020-01-19T12:16:55.490-08:002020-01-19T12:16:55.490-08:00After complaining that Cryptanthus has been almost...After complaining that Cryptanthus has been almost impossible to find here, they're suddenly popping up now and again, Loree. Not inexpensive, though.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-18342444026823718932020-01-19T12:15:20.112-08:002020-01-19T12:15:20.112-08:00We could use some of the wet stuff here, Nikki, al...We could use some of the wet stuff here, Nikki, although I'm happy to report that the wind isn't bothering us at the moment.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-36824864205746968012020-01-19T12:14:04.184-08:002020-01-19T12:14:04.184-08:00That Aeonium has been hard to find even here, Elai...That Aeonium has been hard to find even here, Elaine. I was surprised to find it at a local big box store a year or more ago when I was cooling my heels as my husband shopped for something or another.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-9343474619353984882020-01-19T10:25:56.263-08:002020-01-19T10:25:56.263-08:00Beautiful photos Kris, I'm swooning all over a...Beautiful photos Kris, I'm swooning all over again. Oh and that Cryptanthus... wow! danger gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09227500551609537140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-34266432113690240652020-01-19T09:29:04.655-08:002020-01-19T09:29:04.655-08:00It's wonderful to see plants thriving at this ...It's wonderful to see plants thriving at this time of the year! It's so wet and windy here at the moment, although some snowdrops are starting to pop through.Nikki - Notes of Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15116292112164268244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-83258106145528928032020-01-19T08:44:06.731-08:002020-01-19T08:44:06.731-08:00Your garden is absolutely lovely. The first photo...Your garden is absolutely lovely. The first photo of Aeonium 'Mardi gras" is stunning. I love aeoniums but have to appreciate them in pots indoors.luv2gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09883799040439283011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-62645673711065213462020-01-18T10:12:49.108-08:002020-01-18T10:12:49.108-08:00It appears you'll get your wish this weekend, ...It appears you'll get your wish this weekend, Renee. I hope your snow was a brief event.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-58495489525680251592020-01-18T10:12:01.931-08:002020-01-18T10:12:01.931-08:00Even I dream of a greenhouse, Lisa! My shade hous...Even I dream of a greenhouse, Lisa! My shade house helped a bit but the idea of puttering around in a warm greenhouse during our (admittedly brief) chilly period of the year is still compelling.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-79638638759769661252020-01-18T09:17:38.692-08:002020-01-18T09:17:38.692-08:00Such pretty foliage! You have such a good eye for ...Such pretty foliage! You have such a good eye for texture and color combinations. I've been excited about the rain too, although hoping it will be dry this weekend so I can get some winter pruning done!Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14441140267067281722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-42299529143800932592020-01-18T07:12:26.481-08:002020-01-18T07:12:26.481-08:00I like what you did in your rusty wok. I love succ...I like what you did in your rusty wok. I love succulents and your collection absolutely makes me swoon each time you show your clever vignettes. It really makes me itchy for a greenhouse. I will never give up the dream of a greenhouse of my own.Lisa at Greenbowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07743973292900758183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-18766778264813566352020-01-17T18:54:54.257-08:002020-01-17T18:54:54.257-08:00You must be getting more rain than we are, Kathy! ...You must be getting more rain than we are, Kathy! However, I'm also looking forward to a couple of slightly warmer days this weekend.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-62497325967041861712020-01-17T18:45:32.980-08:002020-01-17T18:45:32.980-08:00On a search for that Pelargonium. Lovely foliage s...On a search for that Pelargonium. Lovely foliage selection this month!I hope to get out into the garden this weekend-it always seems to be sunny when I am at work and rainy on the weekend ! kshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10847026541797857854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-50391422644596550172020-01-17T17:45:46.629-08:002020-01-17T17:45:46.629-08:00Rain cleans up plants better than any hose or irri...Rain cleans up plants better than any hose or irrigation system can, Barbara. If only we got it a little more often...Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-72130402968800275892020-01-17T17:44:34.298-08:002020-01-17T17:44:34.298-08:00Brr! I guess you get your outdoor exercise whethe...Brr! I guess you get your outdoor exercise whether you want it or not, Eliza!Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-40539107341858602172020-01-17T17:43:37.623-08:002020-01-17T17:43:37.623-08:00I haven't seen any flowers on that Pelargonium...I haven't seen any flowers on that Pelargonium yet, Diana, but photos posted on-line suggest pink and red flowers. It's not a match I particularly care for so I'll be just as happy if my plant doesn't bloom at all.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-32457769376240132032020-01-17T17:41:12.947-08:002020-01-17T17:41:12.947-08:00My 'Blue Glow' are finally catching up wit...My 'Blue Glow' are finally catching up with yours, Denise!Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-67272215365390332742020-01-17T17:23:13.533-08:002020-01-17T17:23:13.533-08:00They ALL are looking fabulous, Kris. What a lovel...They ALL are looking fabulous, Kris. What a lovely tour - thanks!Barbara H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13624604708371495092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-84135728052816116712020-01-17T16:00:39.286-08:002020-01-17T16:00:39.286-08:00How fine everything looks after a good drink and r...How fine everything looks after a good drink and rinse. You have many agave species, it's a great collection. 'Blue Flame' is my favorite, I think. You have a good eye for texture, creating a pleasing effect throughout.<br />Have a great weekend, Kris! Ours will be at home watching the snowstorm come down and then, of course, clearing the walks and driveway when it is finished!<br />Eliza Watershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06879335295393594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-68486581574745818592020-01-17T13:40:42.286-08:002020-01-17T13:40:42.286-08:00Those golden pelargoniums leaves look promising.
...Those golden pelargoniums leaves look promising. <br />With the usual pink flowers?Diana Studerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12286066768376135880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8574540292918761182.post-21045777677107636552020-01-17T12:28:32.898-08:002020-01-17T12:28:32.898-08:00The agaves are really coming into their own and cr...The agaves are really coming into their own and creating a strong presence. Nice to see all these beautiful leaves in winter when there's no chance of them being upstaged by flowers!Denise/agrowingobsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09811925155960835891noreply@blogger.com