What’s in the Garden? – M
The alphabetical garden tour continues with M and I hope you aren’t fed up with it at this point as we are mid way through the alphabet. The plants beginning with M are all many and marvellous … mountain bluet, … Continued
Common and Hooded Mergansers
~ Ducks are usually so obliging when you want to take photographs unless they decide to dive under the water as you click the shutter button or they turn their head just when you think you have the perfect shot … Continued
Plant Profile: Marigolds
Marigolds are a long blooming annual plant. The plant is a native to Mexico and there are numerous varieties to choose from.
M for Milkweed
Milkweed, Asclepias, is an herbaceous perennial named for the milky liquid which contains latex and alkaloids. There are many species of milkweed and some of them can be toxic. Milkweed is an important source of nectar for bees and other insects … Continued
Plant Profile: Lunaria
Lunaria – Money Plant – Honesty – Silver Dollar Plant The silver dollar plant is grown for pleasure and not for profit. Lunaria is a biennial plant – leaves in the first year and blooms in the second. This old … Continued
Plant Profile: Morning Glory
M is for Morning Glories. Morning glories or Ipomena are wonderful fast, growing annual vines that produce numerous blooms during August and September. These vines will self seed if the seeds drop to the ground and over winter. Blooms can be … Continued