Spring Garden Tour
The winters in Ferndale can be long and wet, so wet that it makes getting any gardening done nearly impossible at times. Even mowing the lawn becomes a challenge, and unlike what I was used to in San Jose, the … Continue reading →
Tag Archives: Fern Garden
Fern Garden
We finally got around to planting some of the ferns and hostas that we had in buckets for way too long. The baby tears are also going strong on the north side, and they’re starting to take over the house. … Continue reading →
Fuschia Ballerinas
Our fushias in the fern garden are starting to really pop. I thought this grouping looked like a row of ballerinas dancing.
Rhodies
The first season with new plants can sometimes be a trial. Last year we bought three rhododendrons and one azalea at the end of the season when prices were better. That meant they had already flowered so we bought them … Continue reading →
Rain Garden and Flood Control
“Lori and I spent the weekend putting in our latest flood control project. Since the last flood came in from the side we added some protection by using 1×12 boards at the bottom of what will eventually be a deer … Continue reading →
Deer Fence, Coming Soon
Lori and I spent the day putting in the posts for the beginning of our deer fence on the north side of the house. We’re still waiting for the baseboards to arrive which will also act as a flood diverter, … Continue reading →
Baby Tears
A garden without baby tears just isn’t complete. Growing up with baby tears around the pond at my parents house, I’ve always liked them, and in San Jose we planted the shady side of our garden with them, along with … Continue reading →