Redefining the Beauty of Nature and Wildlife in Our Gardens
Having been stabbed unexpectedly by a cactus spine lurking in leaves yesterday (there never actually was a cactus in that bed, yet there be the spine), my thoughts drifted to the much more pleasant-to-touch plants in my garden. Some native plants have the softest leaves or coolest textures — and every region will have its… [Continue Reading]
The highways around Austin have their make-up on — the blooming Redbuds all alongside the roads are stunningly pink, and your eyes are drawn to their vibrancy instead of the concrete and asphalt just beyond. Spring is on its way, and everywhere I see pink, pink, pink! Ahhhh, redbuds. They are a fantastic addition to… [Continue Reading]
Name: Parthenocissus quinquefolia, Virginia Creeper Zones: Hardy to 4 – 9 Size: Can climb 50 feet Conditions: Full sun to full shade After seeing this photo, are you happy or horrified? I tend to be in the happy camp, although I’ve often had a love hate relationship with this native, Parthenocissus quinquefolia, Virginia Creeper. A well… [Continue Reading]
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