Pacific Northwest Gardening: I can't wait till my garden looks like this again!, 1 by MargaretK

MargaretK wrote:
Hi all. Well, I've just read through the entire thread and viewed all the images. Wonderful journey, Susan. Thanks. I loved the sparrows in the Rosa Woodsii. I can only imagine the noise a hundred of them would make (not that I know what they sound like, but I'm familiar with noisy birds). What did you decide to do with the seed in the milk can?

You certainly experience the full cycle of life, with very definite seasons. Even though your winters are harsh, your appreciation of spring and summer would be far greater than for those of us who experience each season slowly melding into the next without any really distinct changes. The photos showing the comparison between being covered in snow and now is graphic. (I've never seen snow). You were wondering if you should enter the image of your garden in its winter coat - yes, do it. It's beautiful. You must post a pic of your rose hedge when it blooms. Any sign of this yet?
Also, it's just as well I'm where I am or you might find a milk can (or two) missing.

Katye, your vehicle sounds a little like mine. Mine's a Toyota Rolux.

Katie, it was indeed worth a shot about your pianist friend. Even though Perth has grown in size, its social circles are still quite parochial.

The attached image is of African Tulip Tree (Spathodea campanulata - I think) flowers. Each is about 4-5 inches long. The tree was at its best at the time I took the shot. It is struggling a bit now, and only had two or three blooms last summer.