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Apr 2, 2008 | 4:46 PM PST
Okay, my husband counted all the pots we have been acclimenting (should have waited a month), we have seventy, plus I just planted several new vines, Agapanthus (6) and a Mediterranean Fan Palm. That doesn't include the many bulbs I have already planted (voodoo & surprise lily). To top it off I received my order from Plant Delights today, which thankfully I had pared down since the winter:
Poet's Laurel (Danae racemosa) x 2
Formosa Lily (Lilium formosanum)
White Giant Calla (Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Wht giant)
Sacred Lily (Rohdea japonica) x 3
Oriental Chain Fern (Woodwardia orientalis)
It's a good thing I cancelled my order from Heronswood. Well, only because Mosaic2007 & I found the same plants at the PNW Flower & Garden show, so they are part of the seventy pots-that justification didn't really work.....I really love all the other member's photos of their seedlings, but that would be a mistake for me as well.
I discussed w/C. that next year I absolutely do not need any plants (except a couple for the non-working fountain), he replied "it's not a case of need, it's your recreation, you will always find a way to fit more plants into the yard." Woohoo-bingo, but since he was no help, I really need your reminders over the winter months of 2008-09. This sickness has such a grip, made all the more obvious once spring has sprung. Maybe an obsessed gardener recovery program would help.
The truth is, I like my garden just how it is-I don't need to cram anything else in there. We have a small back yard and I don't want it to look stuffed, but am afraid it may this summer. Once the blah winter months hit, I forget and I order.....So next year I hope to be held accountable by other GG members! I really am serious. I think it could be a defining year. Next spring I will probably be quite surprised I actually survived. Though maybe we should move to a new house, then I can start all over...hmmmmmm now there's a solution. No, the reminders will be helpful or we can start a support group for all the other members in the same boat.
Andrea
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Apr 2, 2008 | 6:26 PM PST
LOL....I have the answer - Plant a Veggie Garden!! That way you plant, grow & EAT the produce and then start again the next year! Plant some herbs also and experiment with dinner ...it could be fun! Debbie :-) |
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Apr 2, 2008 | 6:45 PM PST
Keeping a journal is a way to know just what you have and where it is planted. You can always refer to it when you feel the urge for new plants. I am always moving plants around and that helps that urge to go out and buy new things. LB |
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Apr 3, 2008 | 7:34 AM PST
Deb-how I wish we had more area for vegetables....not happening (unless we move). Linda-yes, I plan on journaling-probably photo journaling each month. Reading Soaphouse & Debster's blogs have inspired me to become more orderly in my gardening approach. Blogging was to serve as a reference as well, but I need to develop a notebook-thanks for the reminder!~Andrea |
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Apr 3, 2008 | 8:22 AM PST
Hi Andrea, I'm just like you when it comes to the winter plant acquisition sickness. I am a lot older then you, so time will cure my problem and I hate record keeping. I'm thinking about using those sky hooks I heard about all my life. I'll just hang everything I over order on those guys and kinda have a floating effect. Y'all have a great day and happy gardening. The Hillbilly Last edited by bsmitch on April 3rd at 8:23 AM. |
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Apr 3, 2008 | 12:19 PM PST
LOL. You're such a nut Andrea - 70 pots, that's awesome. I wish I have the energy but these days, I'm still moping and grieving but time will heal me. Some of my clematis bloomed today and others still waiting for a warmer weather. Go dig in, everyone. |
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Apr 3, 2008 | 11:13 PM PST
I kinda can relate but my thing is seeds, seeds, and more seeds. For some reason, I do better with seeds than anything else. I can't wait to get the datura seeds going that you sent me! Thanks again! |
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Apr 7, 2008 | 3:41 PM PST
Bill-sky hooks, you are a hoot. Gardenbug, the pots are plants that need to be planted in my garden, but are tender (not really, but almost my zone). I should have been more clear...I only have five containers in front and twelve in back plus a nonfunctioning fountain I plant as a container. Seventy containers would be a lot of work, I once knew a gal who had ninety-six, whew!!! SpringChicken-the datura are supposedly easy to sprout-wish you success.~Andrea Last edited by garden98011 on April 7th at 3:48 PM. |
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