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| Best Kept Secret is a fragrant rose that is a blushed pink and is mildew resistant |
Today I delivered several bags of homegrown pomegranates to my neighbors. Everyone was so appreciative. It was fun to chat with people and catch up on their lives. Riding the bike in the sunshine was such a pleasure. I'm inspired to plant more fruit trees. It's amazing how much fruit one standard tree can provide. I'm so glad that I didn't give up on this tree during the drought. The fruit was tiny and deformed for years. This year, it's excellent. The rain and extra water made all of the difference.
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| I planted this Bougainvillea along the driveway |
I got some hand laundry done while I was home. I knit the socks and hat. The cashmere sweater I bought on sale twenty years ago. It's still so warm and soft. I can usually find these on clearance at T.J. Maxx in January or February. This one was $25.00. It washes up to beautifully. What have you been doing around your home?
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Bags of pomegranates! That is incredible. They don't grow here so are a treasured treat. How generous of you to share. I bet you made many smiles:-)
ReplyDeleteI thought so, too, Lady Locust. I plan to freeze some of the seeds, as well. Everyone was really enthusiastic about how flavorful and sweet they were. It was a satisfying feeling to finally have a successful harvest again.
DeleteOne fruit tree can supply so many people. I think I gave lemons away to half my suburb this winter.
ReplyDeleteThat's true, earthmotherwithin. Isn't it amazing? My neighbor gave me a huge bag of Meyer lemons last year, and I used every single one. It looks like this year my tree will do well, thank goodness!
DeleteThat rose is beautiful. Bougainvillea does grow big. I remember my parents had one that climbed up a mango tree!
ReplyDeleteIf this is the type with thorns, be careful. Sometimes you can accidentally step on fallen ones. I too like to have a couple of bougainvillea plants because they grow well here.
I just finished weekly cleaning, and made and had dinner. Now it’s time to relax a bit. 😊
Thanks Nil. I adore my roses. They are doing so well. Congratulations on finishing your cleaning. Enjoy your relaxation.
DeleteThat is a beautiful rose! I'm glad you had such a bountiful pomegranate harvest! My tree is not doing so well. All the flowers fell off when we had an early heatwave and I only have a couple of small fruits, this year. I should probably feed it, next year (and water it a bit more!). Bougainvillea is very hardy, once established. My next door neighbor has a purple flowered one.
ReplyDeleteThat cashmere sweater was a good buy! But, I love those socks! :)
Hi Bless, I'm sorry to hear that your tree is not doing well. I give mine compost once a year, and it likes the leaves underneath it as mulch. Glad you like the socks. I love the Austermann yarn. It's so warm and thick.
DeleteBougainvillea grows really well in our area too, Stephenie. I love all the different, vibrant colours it comes in. I don't have any growing here but there is lots around the neighbourhood.
ReplyDeleteToday, I have just been pottering around home. Simple chores like washing, sweeping and baking ready for the weekend. I opened up all the french doors along the front of our house and enjoyed the gentle breeze coming through.
Meg:)
Hi Meg, I love all the different colors available, too. I like that it's drought tolerant and low maintenance.
Deletegood luck with the bougainvilleas; not my favourite plant, too many thorns, i'd rather jasmine or something (they don't grow here either lol) i got given some fig trees from my neighbour will plant them down near the chook pen (designated orchard) i have been buying up a few fruit trees of late to get my orchard started, now that the chook pen is fully finished i can get on to it.
ReplyDeletemy eldest loves pomegranates, not keen on them myself but i bought some for her, to be planted & some to stay in pots.
great post
thanx for sharing
I love bougainvilleas and pomegranates. I feel so lucky to have them.
DeleteYesterday Steve and I finally finished turning over the soil and arranging the winter vegetable garden. He planted spinach and 4 types of lettuce seeds. I will plant some radishes once I buy some fresh seeds. My old seeds are past their prime being 4 years old now. In the house-this is the time of year for serious cleaning in preparation for the holidays. I actually have a list of chores from wiping down the ceiling fans, wiping the shutters, polishing silver, dusting drapes, etc. that must be done before Thanksgiving. I feel my dear mother on my shoulder as I do all these chores. I actually kind of enjoy this part of getting ready for the holidays!
ReplyDeleteGood for you, Anita. You sound like an excellent housekeeper. I bet your mom is proud of you and your homemaking skills. The garden sounds great!
DeleteBeautiful. I love the work you do.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Akasha. It is rewarding. (especially now that I spend so much time in the mountains.)
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