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Layanee DeMerchant
I garden in northwestern Rhode Island. This is a zone 5b-6 garden. One of the most rewarding experiences for this gardener is to share the on-going evolution of the garden and the fruits of her efforts. This blog is a vehicle for the journey. I will also be adding some highlights from my travels to local garden centers. There is always a new trend, new plant, or a display garden or greenhouse to share.
Interests: gardening, wine, golf, reading, family
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Fresh and green, for sure.
Commented 5 days ago on Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
In May, the question is not 'what is blooming' but 'what is not' which seems more appropriate. It has been a very cool spring which has been easy on the flowers. They last much longer with cool temperatures and while many plants are blooming a bit later, there is more overlap of bloom and mor...
Even the gardener looks better in spring light. LOL! Thanks.
Commented 5 days ago on Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
In May, the question is not 'what is blooming' but 'what is not' which seems more appropriate. It has been a very cool spring which has been easy on the flowers. They last much longer with cool temperatures and while many plants are blooming a bit later, there is more overlap of bloom and mor...
Those are late daffs. Pipit, I think. I will come over to visit you.
Commented 5 days ago on Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
In May, the question is not 'what is blooming' but 'what is not' which seems more appropriate. It has been a very cool spring which has been easy on the flowers. They last much longer with cool temperatures and while many plants are blooming a bit later, there is more overlap of bloom and mor...
I do love white in springtime. It is fresh and new and wonderful with all the surrounding green.
Commented 5 days ago on Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
In May, the question is not 'what is blooming' but 'what is not' which seems more appropriate. It has been a very cool spring which has been easy on the flowers. They last much longer with cool temperatures and while many plants are blooming a bit later, there is more overlap of bloom and mor...
Right back at you!
Commented 5 days ago on Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
In May, the question is not 'what is blooming' but 'what is not' which seems more appropriate. It has been a very cool spring which has been easy on the flowers. They last much longer with cool temperatures and while many plants are blooming a bit later, there is more overlap of bloom and mor...
Garden Bloggers Bloom Day - May 15, 2013
Posted 4 days ago at Ledge and Gardens
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I have had that happen as well. I have one with one major branch gone. Worrisome but not much to do about it. I hope your little seedling thrives.
Layanee
Commented May 9, 2013 on Fabulous Foliage at Ledge and Gardens
Fabulous Foliage
I know, spring blooms are in full swing but, for a garden devoid of green five months of the year and for the gardener who tends that garden, the emergence of foliage is as welcome as any finicky flower. After all, the flowers last but a short time while the leaves stick around all season. The a...
I work at that as well. Texture rules as flowers are transient.
Layanee
Commented May 9, 2013 on Fabulous Foliage at Ledge and Gardens
Fabulous Foliage
I know, spring blooms are in full swing but, for a garden devoid of green five months of the year and for the gardener who tends that garden, the emergence of foliage is as welcome as any finicky flower. After all, the flowers last but a short time while the leaves stick around all season. The a...
I will have to look up the Aka Shigitsu Sawa and the VT. I do have a Higuru Nashiki which is low and round and lovely. Yes, we both should have more. They dont take up much room.
Layanee
Commented May 9, 2013 on Fabulous Foliage at Ledge and Gardens
Fabulous Foliage
I know, spring blooms are in full swing but, for a garden devoid of green five months of the year and for the gardener who tends that garden, the emergence of foliage is as welcome as any finicky flower. After all, the flowers last but a short time while the leaves stick around all season. The a...
Fabulous Foliage
Posted May 8, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
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Of course and we call that the Freedom Lawn here.
Layanee
Commented May 8, 2013 on The First Mow at Ledge and Gardens
The First Mow
The weather has changed to full spring ahead here at Ledge & Gardens and the lawn, the freedom lawn which is complete with ajuga and dandelions, needed a shave. The first mow is the best mow of the season. The scent of freshly mown grass permeates the air with the first mow. It signals the start...
Why thank you Patrick.
Layanee
Commented May 4, 2013 on The First Mow at Ledge and Gardens
The First Mow
The weather has changed to full spring ahead here at Ledge & Gardens and the lawn, the freedom lawn which is complete with ajuga and dandelions, needed a shave. The first mow is the best mow of the season. The scent of freshly mown grass permeates the air with the first mow. It signals the start...
Please send the rain this way. Sprinkler running early. I do love that scent.
Layanee
Commented May 4, 2013 on The First Mow at Ledge and Gardens
The First Mow
The weather has changed to full spring ahead here at Ledge & Gardens and the lawn, the freedom lawn which is complete with ajuga and dandelions, needed a shave. The first mow is the best mow of the season. The scent of freshly mown grass permeates the air with the first mow. It signals the start...
And I love your snow. Enjoy the day.
Layanee
Commented May 3, 2013 on The First Mow at Ledge and Gardens
The First Mow
The weather has changed to full spring ahead here at Ledge & Gardens and the lawn, the freedom lawn which is complete with ajuga and dandelions, needed a shave. The first mow is the best mow of the season. The scent of freshly mown grass permeates the air with the first mow. It signals the start...
The First Mow
Posted May 3, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
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The hellebores are stunning this time of year.
Layanee
Commented May 2, 2013 on Sprigs and Shoots at Ledge and Gardens
Sprigs and Shoots
In the spring, the morning walk with the dogs yields something new each day. The hellebores are in full bloom and require a worm's view to capture a picture as their flowers nod to the ground rather than the sky. Thick and sturdy shoots on the Hosta sieboldiana 'Elegans' have emerged this wee...
Sprigs and Shoots
Posted Apr 30, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
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It is good to know the birds appreciate your garden...or perhaps they feel that you appreciate their garden.
Layanee
Commented Apr 27, 2013 on Mr. Bluebird at Ledge and Gardens
Mr. Bluebird
When birds come to visit the garden it is a welcome sojourn but when they call the garden their home it is a high compliment. The above bluebird may still just be inspecting this house but the flutter of intense blue is as welcome as the first flowers of spring. This house has been inhabited be...
Mr. Bluebird
Posted Apr 23, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
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and they are lasting so long this year.
Layanee
Commented Apr 23, 2013 on Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013
The slow bloom continues here in southern New England. The Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink' has finally made an appearance and one that is most welcome. You could call this bubble gum pink or cotton candy pink or even Pepto Bismol pink. It is clear pink whatever you want to call it and ...
I think the scilla will spread. They are tiny but lovely.
Layanee
Commented Apr 21, 2013 on Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013
The slow bloom continues here in southern New England. The Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink' has finally made an appearance and one that is most welcome. You could call this bubble gum pink or cotton candy pink or even Pepto Bismol pink. It is clear pink whatever you want to call it and ...
and to you Cindy.
Layanee
Commented Apr 21, 2013 on Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013
The slow bloom continues here in southern New England. The Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink' has finally made an appearance and one that is most welcome. You could call this bubble gum pink or cotton candy pink or even Pepto Bismol pink. It is clear pink whatever you want to call it and ...
Oh dear. Some things just dont want to thrive in my garden, either.
Layanee
Commented Apr 17, 2013 on Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013
The slow bloom continues here in southern New England. The Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink' has finally made an appearance and one that is most welcome. You could call this bubble gum pink or cotton candy pink or even Pepto Bismol pink. It is clear pink whatever you want to call it and ...
Belated Bloom Day - April 17, 2013
Posted Apr 17, 2013 at Ledge and Gardens
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Cathy: These little iris are perennial and can be grown outdoors in zones 5-9. You can order them from any large bulb company. They are not a windowsill plant but a garden plant. So glad you liked them.
Layanee
Commented Apr 15, 2013 on The Bewitching 'Katharine Hodgkins' at Ledge and Gardens
The Bewitching 'Katharine Hodgkins'
It is that time of year again. Katharine has come to visit. She wears a wedgewood blue frock adorned with darker blue gemstones and panels of clear yellow. Her frock darkens ever so slightly in color as the days pass. This cool spring has allowed her a very long visit. And, she has brought relat...
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