Monthly Archives: June 2012

Gorgeous Garlic Scapes

Posted on June 18, 2012 by BGBowen

In 1968, I wandered into my sister’s room after dinner.  It was the first week of a new school for both of us:  junior high for me and community college for her.  Naturally, I was supposed to be doing my … Continue reading →

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Bloom Day: June, 2012

Posted on June 16, 2012 by BGBowen

Mid June in the garden is worth the winter blahs, the weeding, and even all the rain that has showered Bellingham during “June+uary” this year. For example, after weeks of anticipation the fuchsia “Paula Jane” finally revealed her adorable blossoms.  … Continue reading →

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You Can Grow That! Oriental Poppy

Posted on June 4, 2012 by BGBowen

There it is, the spring garden’s flame, finally popped out of a soft downy jacket, sinuous, blowsy unfurled petals shining in the sun.  When my spring bulb visual feast is over, I need hot colors in my garden palette, and … Continue reading →

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