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| Rescued Geraniums |
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Garden Blogger's Bloom Day is all about annuals! Well, at least the lucky two that I've turned into "perennials." As in...
I wonder just how long I can encourage you to bloom?
Call me a softie, but I just couldn't bear to let them freeze to death. Winter came early this year. They're as delighted as me to be parked indoors, comfy and cozy.
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| I'm head over heels in love with her peachy color. :) |
In the sunny window ~ lots of buds but very few blossoms.
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| Edna's gettin' bizzy. |
Edna, the Christmas Cactus that I've had since college (nearly ancient, now) is working 24/7 on her version of a holiday greeting.
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| Kids these days... always trying to one up the elders. |
This is Lucy, a younger Christmas Cactus I received as a gift a couple years ago. The poor kid is clearly possessed. Timing her blossoms for Halloween.
Perhaps inspired by the snow, I have one re-blooming Butterfly Orchid. (Plus, a whole bunch more on the way.)
And, that's about it. A sorry state of affairs that I hope will improve very soon. This was 'compost year' when every happy houseplant that had bugs, or wasn't doing a good enough flower job got the proverbial axe.
Pay a visit to Carol @
May Dream Gardens.
She's the gracious host of this monthly meme, Garden Blogger's Bloom Day.
From her website you can connect with all sorts of talented gardeners ~ many of whom are living in kinder climates than me.
Now who's up for some snowshoeing??
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What a contrast that makes with the geranium against the backdrop of snow. Winter has came to your mountain for certain. The orchid blooms are just so pretty Kate. Have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteBrrr the snow looks cold to the eyes of the blooms. Snowshoeing sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteYour blooms are all gorgeous! Love the Geraniums.
ReplyDeleteHappy GBBD :)
I have a "Christmas" cactus I've had for decades that, until this year, always bloomed at Halloween, too. I think it's going to be a Thanksgiving cactus this year.
ReplyDeleteYour geraniums are lovely!
Indoor blooms can possibly save the sanity of a snowbound gardener. Happy Bloom Day!
ReplyDeleteThat would be me. Haven't seen you in months and a snowshoe adventure would be great.
ReplyDeleteWow, Kate ... you weren't teasing about the snow! Your blooms look gorgeous against the white background.
ReplyDeleteI know that feeling of wanting everything to bloom as long as possible.
ReplyDeleteWe can just call them 'Jungle Cactus' and be correct. Mine just has baby teeth buds so far, right on time.
I also have a Christmas Cactus and orchids in bloom, they will be finished by Christmas:(. I have not snow, thank goodness. Soon though. Enjoy the rest of the week:)
ReplyDeleteAh yes, what is it with these Christmas cactus's that bloom for Halloween? I have one just like it, well, you can't argue with a plant.
ReplyDeleteHappy bloom day! The snow looks so beautiful...
Well Kate, that is some spectacular view! I love snowshoeing~it's the bestest way to enjoy snow when one doesn't ski! Let me just pop over for a quick walk! gail
ReplyDeleteLove the contrast of the colorful blooms against the backdrop of snow! I'm not ready for snow yet, but snowshoeing sounds like fun, much more than skiing--I'd probably break a hip or something trying that:)
ReplyDeleteThx, Lona!
ReplyDeleteYou can have that white orchid. I prefer more color. LOL Guess I'm already tired of white and winter has barely begun! :))) Thanks for stopping by.
Hi, Lisa;
ReplyDeleteI happen to have an extra pair of snowshoes. So bundle up and pay me a visit... :D
Thx, Christine;
ReplyDeleteMy peachy geranium is kind of a science project. She's bloomed outdoors for 2 summers, now, and indoors all winter long...
Hi, MulchMaid;
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you and thank you for visiting and commenting on my blog. I'm anticipating plentiful Thanksgiving Christmas Cactus color, too. They all got a jumpstart on things this year. Just hope I can keep them all flowering through NYE. :)))
Thx, Lesley;
ReplyDeleteIndoor flowers can, indeed, help our sanity. I am blessed with a gigantic sunny bay window, so my 2nd gardening season has just begun. (That's the best we shut ins can come up with this high in the mountains. :))
Let's head up to Solitude, KC. Although I'm quite sure you'll kick my arse on the trails...
ReplyDeleteHi, Joey!
ReplyDeleteI need to pay you a visit. Am completely at a loss on what specialties to serve for Thanksgiving. Other than the turkey, of course...
Good for you, NellJean!
ReplyDeleteI probably stirred up trouble with my Christmas cacti by leaving them outside for too long. (They get all excited by a few cool nights.)
Hey, Jenn;
ReplyDeleteMy orchids are doing pretty well. And, I'm anticipating a ton of bright blossoms in the next month or so. It's fun to putter with the houseplants. I find it kind of relaxing right now. Before cabin fever truly sets in... :D
Hey Town Mouse!
ReplyDeleteI like that saying -- what a good attitude! We cannot argue with a plant.
Looking forward to your visit, Gail;
ReplyDeleteI'll warm up the cocoa. :D
Hi, Rose!
ReplyDeleteSurprisingly, I WAS ready for the snow. I bit off more than I could chew this summer. It was far too busy. So, I grinned from ear to ear when the early snows arrived, knowing it would force me indoors.
But, then I saw how it looked a bomb went off in here. Haven't found the time to deep clean since April. Which inspired me to start wishing that snow would start melting. Real. Soon. :D
Lovely photos!
ReplyDeleteWow, you really do have snow, Kate. Ours keeps melting. Maybe this weekend's storm will stick.
ReplyDeleteWhen I lived in Nebraska, I did the same thing...always brought in a few cuttings of the Geraniums...they always brightened up the house in winter...and they smelled great too!
ReplyDeleteThx, Mac!
ReplyDeleteOur season has ended and yours is just beginning. Looking forward to following your down under summer.
Hi, Carolyn;
ReplyDeleteWe had a big melt today. Just returned from the stables and am covered in mud. As are the ponies! But, I hear more snow is in our forecast. I guess it's time. Will be nice to have snow for Thanksgiving.
Hi, Scott;
ReplyDeleteYou must be so delighted winters in Portland vs. Nebraska. You live in my favorite city. :) Thanks for stopping by!
Before I read your post, I saw the first picture and thought, "Hey! How does she have that geranium outside in the snow?!" Great photos--I seem to always manage to capture glare on the glass, if the background isn't completely blurry!
ReplyDeleteHappy (belated) GBBD!
Hi Kate! Today we got our first snow! The garden is night, night now! - I am loving the lavender that you sent me by UPS! Your peach color geranium is so beautiful! Hugs, G
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