March 3rd, 2010 You may have noticed that I’ve been away for a very long time. But, I’m back. That could be bad, it could be not so bad. Time will tell! The reasons for my absence are varied. One is time. Or lack of time more correctly. [...]
June 22nd, 2008 Rain, rain, go away…..After the last couple of summers with next to no rain, I can’t believe I’m wishing the rain would stop! Let’s see, this must be day ten in a row that it’s rained. And, rain is expected for the next three days. Glad we own a canoe! Seriously, the rain is a [...]
April 12th, 2008 Making our annual spring yard inspection, we noticed a swelling on a branch on one of our variegated willow standards. (Photo above) The swollen area is the start of a gall disease, caused by insects, bacteria, or fungi. Galls ususally only look unsightly, but cause no serious damage to the tree. To prevent the gall [...]
