Monthly Archives: July 2006

The Garden Smells Wonderful!

Posted on July 29, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Yesterday, the landscaper came after the rains had subsided and put down yard after yard of well-shredded cedar bark mulch in all of the perimeter beds and rose gardens.  The fresh scent is wonderful!  And, the fresh mulch sets off … Continue reading →

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Before The Washout, Garden Visitors!

Posted on July 28, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Although as I write this the heavens are being split by violent streaks of lightning, the rumbling thunder sounds like a celestial bowling alley, and the heavens have opened to disgorge a tropical downpour, a little earlier I was outside … Continue reading →

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Maintenance

Posted on July 27, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Just a quick note.  Yesterday, I sprayed all of the roses with a mix of Banner Maxx and Mancozeb to get the blackspot back under control.  I also dusted with Sevin to leave an unpleasant surprise for the Japanese beetles.  … Continue reading →

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Deadheading And A Few Roses

Posted on July 25, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Today it was time to deadhead after the mini-flush.  In so doing, I noticed that blackspot is once again starting to crop up.  Looking at the pattern of where it is, I'm half tempted to blame the Japanese beetles for … Continue reading →

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A Garden Surprise!

Posted on July 24, 2006 by ToyTrains1

In strolling through the garden today, I noticed something that really surprised me.  The replacement Double Delight tree, which broke bud so much more quickly than the original one, has its first rosebud!  From breaking bud to rosebud in about … Continue reading →

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What A Difference A Day Makes!

Posted on July 23, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Yesterday was a horrible day — as humid as possible without the air itself turning liquid, thunderstorms, torrential rains, in short a day to stay firmly planted indoors.  Today on the other hand, today is the kind of day you … Continue reading →

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Winding Down

Posted on July 20, 2006 by ToyTrains1

The July mini-flush is winding down.  A few days at 100+ degrees apparently managed to tire out the roses as well as me.  The only ones in bloom now (and judging by the paucity of buds, once these flowers are … Continue reading →

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And The Flush Goes On ….

Posted on July 16, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Even though it's over 90 degrees and very humid, the roses seem to be thriving.  Sunbright decided to join July's mini-flush with a gorgeous bloom.  Other roses continuing to bloom are Fragrant Lace, Melody Parfumee, and Queen Elizabeth.  The daylily … Continue reading →

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Everything’s Coming Up Roses!

Posted on July 14, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Yes, I know it's a corny title but it's appropriate.  The mini-flush continues, with Fragrant Lace, Garden Party, Melody Parfumee, Pat Austin, and Queen Elizabeth all producing lovely blooms.  The Japanese beetles have been at it again so I once … Continue reading →

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How Could I Have Thought These Were The Doldrums?

Posted on July 13, 2006 by ToyTrains1

Still more roses today — we have almost a mini-flush going on.  Lagerfeld and the Mini-Roses have joined in with blooms.  Other roses in bloom today include Fisherman's Friend, Fragrant Lace, Garden Party, Heritage, Melody Parfumee, Pat Austin, and Queen … Continue reading →

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