Archive for April, 2011

The Gardens are Growing

By ⋅ April 18, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

I can’t believe that it is 95 degrees F here today. The lettuce, chard, and other cool weather crops are really struggling on these hot, dry days. The wind has also been pretty relentless for much of the spring as well, which takes it toll on the seedlings and transplants in the gardens. But, despite […]

Birds, Bees and Butterflies

By ⋅ April 9, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments

The buddleia alternifolia in the courtyard is attracting all manner of bees and butterflies. The plant is absolutely alive with activity. I got a nice photograph of a monarch feeding on it late in the afternoon.

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