Archive for February, 2007

Signs of Spring at Lost Valley Gardens

By ⋅ February 27, 2007 ⋅ 2 comments

We had a high of 89 degrees yesterday, and just a few short weeks ago we were covered with ice. The transition to spring has been swift this year. I look forward to spring, but I also dread it because I know what will follow – a very long, hot, dry summer. According to Jim […]

In Memorium: Esther Wege

By ⋅ February 26, 2007 ⋅ One comment

Sunset Thank you Mom for all that you did, and all that you were. Your fortitude and courage continue to be the example that I follow. I will carry you in my heart forever. I grieve your loss, but am comforted that you are now reunited with your beloved. I love you Mom. Flowers from […]

The Spiral Walking Meditation Garden Project

By ⋅ February 22, 2007 ⋅ 3 comments

The photos below show different aspects of a spiral shaped garden that Ron worked on over the winter. I do not have any interesting background or trivia to share about this design at the moment (if I get some I will certainly add it), so without further ado, here are the photos. I believe that […]

Babies are Being Born Every Day in the Nursery

By ⋅ February 11, 2007 ⋅ 4 comments

The seeds have been germinating for less than two weeks, and many of them are already well along. I keep planting a flat every day or so, so the production should continue throughout the growing season. I am pleased with production so far, especially considering that my old seedstarting mats aren’t working and I am […]

Photos of the Deck Project

By ⋅ February 7, 2007 ⋅ Post a comment

Ron has been working on a deck project for a customer in Austin for the past couple of months. He recently completed the deck construction and I selected a few of his photos to share. The next steps in this project will be adding the planting beds and plants that will surround the deck perimeter. […]

New Gardening Blog

By ⋅ February 5, 2007 ⋅ Post a comment

Welcome to the new Lost Valley Gardens Gardening Blog. I have decided to divide my current blog, Life Is An Ongoing Process, into two blogs; one for my personal passions, hobbies, and interests that are not gardening related, and this blog for my gardening related pursuits. I have imported all of my gardening related posts […]

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