On Saturday, I drove to Portland to attend the Garden Bloggers of Oregon Plant Swap. The Oregonians are kind enough to allow me, a Washingtonian, to participate in these events. The swap always takes place in someone's garden I'll give you a clue as to who was our host this time.
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Yup, the swap was at Loree's (Danger Garden) place. Here she is talking with Ricki (Sprig to Twig) and Patricia (Plant Lust)
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Some of the many plants that filled Loree's driveway. I'm usually better at taking pictures of all the participants but was so excited to see everyone and Loree's fabulous garden that I didn't take many people shots this time. On the far right are Amy (The World's Best Gardening Blog) and Anna (Flutter and Hum.) This was a great opportunity to find new homes for many of the plants that otherwise would have taken up space in the greenhouse this winter. The plant mobile was full on the way down and my goal was to not bring anything home from the swap. However, three plants did somehow find their way into my car along with several pots (Thank you Loree and Matthew) and a couple bags of potting soil. (Thanks Dale.) What fun!
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This is a garden that excites me, not only for the impeccable style but because I love and also have so many of the unusual plants found tucked in all over the place. Loree and I both have a rather large autumn plant migration looming. Oh well, a few plants a day and before you know it, it'll be done, right?
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Tephrocactus articulatus v. diadematus (pine cone cactus) drew a lot of comments.
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Believe it or not, I didn't visit any nurseries while I was in Portland. My goal is to not bring another plant home until my pot ghetto is empty.
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Let's see, who likes spiky plants, agaves in particular?
The chocolate-colored house and front garden. You've certainly guessed by now.
Yup, the swap was at Loree's (Danger Garden) place. Here she is talking with Ricki (Sprig to Twig) and Patricia (Plant Lust)
Some of the many plants that filled Loree's driveway. I'm usually better at taking pictures of all the participants but was so excited to see everyone and Loree's fabulous garden that I didn't take many people shots this time. On the far right are Amy (The World's Best Gardening Blog) and Anna (Flutter and Hum.) This was a great opportunity to find new homes for many of the plants that otherwise would have taken up space in the greenhouse this winter. The plant mobile was full on the way down and my goal was to not bring anything home from the swap. However, three plants did somehow find their way into my car along with several pots (Thank you Loree and Matthew) and a couple bags of potting soil. (Thanks Dale.) What fun!
The belle of the ball was definitely Matthew's new love, Cosette. Nothing like puppy cuteness to make everyone's heart melt.
Loree's holding tank.
Here are a few more plant/garden shots. Not a full tour, just a few glimpses between conversations.
Hey dork, don't photograph your own shadow!
This is a garden that excites me, not only for the impeccable style but because I love and also have so many of the unusual plants found tucked in all over the place. Loree and I both have a rather large autumn plant migration looming. Oh well, a few plants a day and before you know it, it'll be done, right?
Tephrocactus articulatus v. diadematus (pine cone cactus) drew a lot of comments.
The shade pavilion.
Loree seems to have developed a love of garden gnomes as they were all over her garden. Hmm.
Believe it or not, I didn't visit any nurseries while I was in Portland. My goal is to not bring another plant home until my pot ghetto is empty.
Thank you Loree and Garden Bloggers of Oregon for letting me participate in this fun event!