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11/6 a.m. entry update -- Oh good grief!!
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| * first snowfall 11/6/2010 * |
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Leaf mulch marathon:
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| * leaf mulch on foundation, birdbath, brick wall + crab beds * |
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| * grassy sweep next to crab bed * |
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| * leaf mulch on fence + wall beds * |
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| * leaf mulch on arbor bed * |
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| * leaf mulch on stump bed * |
As of this morning, all the beds close to the house (including those in front that I've not pictured) are set for winter. There were so many new fallen leaves that I didn't even have to get into my stash under the tarp on the driveway!
Oh, and rest assured, I left access to any holes to the bee nest in the stump bed. There has been no traffic for over a week so I'm pretty sure they're tucked in for winter. I'll let the leaves blow over the holes to insulate what's left of the colony for next spring.
Lest you think I'm about finished, think again. I still have to weed the entire length of the ring bed before piling on the leaves else I'd only be insulating the weeds. Eeek.
And some trees are still holding out on me.
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| * sweet gum trees * |
Now.... someone, please, pass me the ibuprofen. *moan* :-/
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Kris, first let me tell you I think you have a beautiful home and the yard/gardens/beds are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI could live in town if I had such a roomy lovely home and setting.
We are a little more relaxed about the leaves here! Mine may just lay until spring.
You deserve a few days off. Read a good book and just admire what you have done. I think it looks very pretty even without the flowers.
Thank you, Glenda, for your nice comment. When I bought this house 8 years ago there was only lawn and overgrown yews around the house. I've been working on the garden beds ever since and am enjoying the way they are turning out. This has been really hard work sometimes, but when the beds are in bloom and the bees are buzzing it's all worth it.
ReplyDeleteI have appointments and other things to do Fri & Sat, but yesterday I did spend some quality time in front of a cheery fire inside and just chilled out. Ah...the comfy chair. ;-D
Yes, I can see that you have put in a lot of effort into your garden. It is lovely and very big. Your body must be aching. Rest well.
ReplyDeleteThank you, One. I must admit to having a few aches and pains these days. Soon, though, the gardens will be shut down and I can enjoy some inside/winter activities. I don't know how I would survive in a climate like yours where I would most likely compulsively garden all year long! When would the weary rest? LOL
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mulch. I love them. You're lucky to have all those leaves for mulch, Kris.
ReplyDeleteNice job on the mulch!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice feeling to have the gardens "tucked in" for the winter. We have several holdout trees as well. But once they're done, bring on the snow!
ReplyDeleteHa Xuan - I'm glad to have them... just don't know how many more years my bad ankle will allow me to wrangle 'em!
ReplyDeletemeemsnyc - Hey, thanks. I can see the end of the tunnel from here. :-D
Garden Sense - Hi and thanks for visiting! :-D Another week outside (supposed to be in the 50s!) I'll get the ring bed weeded and mulched and (if the trees cooperate) the rest of the leaves gathered then used or saved for spring.
Oy... I feel your aches! I've been rearranging soaker hoses and laying wood mulch since I don't have as many leaves as you do. But just think about how fabulous your soil will be come spring!!
ReplyDeleteTS - Yepper! Still, I hate mulching such dry soil. Less than 2" rain all October and none so far in November. The gardens are bone dry and I'm still watering new mums, etc. Don't envy your pushing wood mulch around! At least leaves are lighter.
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