Survivor

Thanks to the chipmunks I didn’t have much luck with sunflowers this year. Out of nearly 200, just a handful survived. This Velvet Queen is one of the survivors.

Aster Yellows

Well…came across this today….

Not good. Most likely the viral disease Aster Yellows. While these funky blossoms look cool they’re bad news. The virus mutates the flower and can spread to other flowers, grasses, and vegetables. They’ll be gone tomorrow.

Check out the Missouri Botanical Garden for more info. In fact, check out “The Garden” for almost all gardening information. Great site. Great resource.

Now, off to dig up some coneflowers.

It’s Been a Long, Long Time

Kiss me once and kiss me twice…..

It’s been awhile since the last post so I thought today would be a good day to get back posting. Pretty straight forward weeding day. Below are some before and afters.

Bad Combo

Mulch and stucco are not a good combination.

Upon Further Review….

While I’m all in on planting natives this is an insightful look at non-natives. Looks like we’re seeing a trend turn?

Non-native crayfish in Spain. Credit Rafa Huertas/Reuters