Tag Archives: Cactus

It’s Going to Get Really Stinky Around Here Pretty Soon

We’re on bloom watch. The carrion cactus has not one, not two, but seven buds on it. It attracts flies with its fleshy aroma, but I can’t wait to see the star-shaped blooms. I have two extremely happy carrion cacti that need propagating. The last time they only had one or two blooms on them,Continue reading “It’s Going to Get Really Stinky Around Here Pretty Soon”

In the Garden After a Rainstorm

Things pop up so quickly around here! I love traipsing around my garden, getting sandy mud caked on my clogs, and smelling the earthy desert air after it’s rained. Being from the Northwest, I love everything about rain, and just the feeling of having something different on the menu for the weather feels absolutely delicious.Continue reading “In the Garden After a Rainstorm”

I Have a Big Mess to Clean Up

I’m not sure where to start with this. It’s been another cruel summer for the garden. I know I’m not the only one who has lost numerous plants in the ongoing 110+ degree heat, and everything is looking crispy-crispy. Whenever we get back from summer vacation it is always sad to find plants that didContinue reading “I Have a Big Mess to Clean Up”

Plant Babies! And a Pest

I count seven tiny babies on this cactus! I still don’t know what kind of cactus it is but I’m thrilled that it’s so happy and blessing me with babies! Beautiful desert rose blooms, and some cactus cuttings. My gardener keeps hacking at my plants. Not cool! The latest gumby cactus piece in the terraContinue reading “Plant Babies! And a Pest”

Late Starts and a Surprise

This time of year always makes me feel nostalgic. The back to school displays in the stores make way for fall holidays, and everyone’s rushing around. I know I’m not alone when I say September is the start of the busy season for our family. Preschool and soccer, headcolds and shopping, and just a generalContinue reading “Late Starts and a Surprise”

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