Gardening in zone three, I remember seeing pictures of gardens where plants like roses, rhododendrons, and even Hedera helix grew in the ground and didn't have to be brought inside for the winter. What an amazing thing it must be not to drag plants inside during the cold season. Now, gardening in zone eignt, I take those and many other hardy plants for granted and drag a whole gaggle of other plants inside for the winter. (Crazy!) Since I've had a greenhouse, both the number and size of the tender plant collection have grown. Most of the plants in the greenhouse were brought home in gallon sized pots or smaller. The greenhouse is a delightful extra garden room in the summer but during these cold months, it's become a crowded, difficult to navigate jungle. Come on in and take a look. One at a time please, there's very little space not taken up by the green residents of the place.
The funny thing is, it doesn't seem any less crowded outside even with all of these plants stacked in here.
No friends, it's not pretty but it's still fun to mosey down with a hose and water the plants every week or so.
The funny thing is, it doesn't seem any less crowded outside even with all of these plants stacked in here.
No friends, it's not pretty but it's still fun to mosey down with a hose and water the plants every week or so.
Waiting patiently (the plants, not the gardener) for warm days to return.
The possibility of snow falling on Friday has me longing for spring already.
Keep warm and have a wonderful weekend all!
