Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Category: Gardens
A Visit to Bellevue Botanical Garden
One sunny day earlier this summer my husband had to be in Bellevue so I hitched a ride and had him drop me off at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. He was longer than we thought he would be, so I got to enjoy a… Continue Reading “A Visit to Bellevue Botanical Garden”
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End of a Hot Summer Day
Nearing the end of another hot, dry, summer day, with temperatures soaring and no rain in sight, skies otherworldly, milky and dim from the forest fires north in British Columbia, all is well in the backyard, where I turn on the stream and the… Continue Reading “End of a Hot Summer Day”
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A Fruitful Summer Day in the Garden
Endless sunny days and so far I have worked very little in the garden. Things grow and produce despite my neglect, but still it’s time for some maintenance. Even an hour or two will accomplish a lot. First, the Strawberries Although I’ve been harvesting them for a month I still see… Continue Reading “A Fruitful Summer Day in the Garden”
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The Faithful Ones in the Early Spring Garden
Under a light rain I venture outside to the spring garden and admire the faithful flowers blooming there. These are the ones who really do bloom where they are planted, requiring little if any assistance from me. I planted the Clematis a few years ago… Continue Reading “The Faithful Ones in the Early Spring Garden”
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After the Rain
After the promised high temperatures enjoyed their run for little more than 24 hours, they left abruptly and thunder and lightning and heavy rain took their place. We sat inside, watching and listening, occasionally poking our head out to see the jagged spires light up the sky. After… Continue Reading “After the Rain”
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A Tiger in the Garden
While waiting for my coffee to brew this morning I took a quick walk through the garden. The dew was still fresh everywhere and I found the Lady’s Mantle covered in jewels. I also found this handsome Tiger sleeping. Maybe that’s why they call… Continue Reading “A Tiger in the Garden”
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Rainy Days and Mondays
Another cold and rainy day in the Pacific Northwest and a Monday besides. Though all things are green in the garden, work will have to wait. We have been promised a day of sunshine this week and are hoping the promise is not vain. Tucked… Continue Reading “Rainy Days and Mondays”
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Working in the Garden on a Rainy Morning
I woke up this morning to the sound of another torrential downpour and after much consideration over a steaming latte decided I would not be deterred. There would be enough breaks in the rain and places to shelter; I would proceed with plans to work in the… Continue Reading “Working in the Garden on a Rainy Morning”
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Gardening with Benji and Tiger
We finally have a few days with no rain in the forecast so it is time for some serious spring gardening. My goal today is to prepare the beds for planting and for this work I am joined by my faithful assistant Benji. We focus our… Continue Reading “Gardening with Benji and Tiger”
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Kittie Photo Shoot in the Garden
“Okay boys,” I said. “Spring is here and it’s a sunny day. I’d like to get a few shots of you two in the garden, okay?” “Fine by me,” says Tiger. “How about this?” “Perfect,” I say. “Alright with me’” says Benji. “How’s this?”… Continue Reading “Kittie Photo Shoot in the Garden”
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