Monthly Archives: February 2011

NWFGS: Container Contents

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Laura

The Northwest Flower & Garden show was packed full of amazing gardens, and inspirational ideas. I took an astounding amount of pictures as I walked the convention center. Let me say that this was my first time to this show. … Continue reading →

Posted in Children in the Garden, Patio Garden | 17 Comments

Not wind, nor snow will keep us away!

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Laura

A cold chill has swept through BC. It’s winter again. A type of winter we are just not used to… The type that stays. I had a preview of this on Tuesday morning when I had to chip ice off … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Moment Spoiler!

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Laura

I though it fantastic that he was willing to pose for me in the morning light. So serene, so peaceful, so elegant……. until he shat all over the place a moment later. Stellar Jays, the teenager of the garden.

Posted in Local Wildlife | 8 Comments

Composition in the Garden: A Day of Pictures at VanDusen

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Laura

It has been said that I take too many pictures. I know. Shocking, right? This is not a flaw. Opinions on it vary. If you pull on my Husbands ear, the story would be told with a dire tone. That … Continue reading →

Posted in VanDusen Botanical Garden | 2 Comments

Acer palmatum ‘Sangokaku’: Coral Bark Maple

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Laura

Leaves from a Coral Bark Maple (Acer palmatum ‘Sangokaku’) bleached from winter. Laid where they fell. An imprint of last year. I worry for my maple. It took some serious winter damage this year. To what extent? Only time will … Continue reading →

Posted in Front Garden | 10 Comments

I Caved.

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Laura

Caution has met the wind in my garden and is fluttering around the place all willy nilly. I’ve been cleaning up. I said I wouldn’t. I know I shouldn’t. I can hardly contain myself! So on this a fine sunny … Continue reading →

Posted in Children in the Garden | 8 Comments

Wordless Wednesday: Viburnum x bodnantense

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Laura
Posted in VanDusen Botanical Garden, Wordless Wednesday | 6 Comments

You too can be a Valentine’s day hero!

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Laura

If your still looking for that perfect gift for your sweetie this Valentine’s day, I have a few ideas that just might be the right fit! It is not too late!#1 Treat your sweetheart to an evening of fine wine, … Continue reading →

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He was a Fun-gi

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Laura

Yesterday we marked 9 years since my father passed. He wasn’t just my Dad, he was my friend, and my hero. We spent the day in Burnaby at Deer Lake, now home of the Shadbolt Centre, doing some reminiscing. We … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: Whisps of Summers Past

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Laura
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