Thinks are a-bloomin'

Well things are finally starting to take shape here on the Island finally. I've been puttering around a little here and there but it's still pretty chilly most days to be working outside. This morning it's only about 3 degrees Celsius which would be about 42 Fahrenheit. Brrrrrrr!
This is a lilac tree I planted in our yard when we built the house about 6 years ago. I actually planted 2 of them one THIS color and one THIS color. One of them didn't make it, and neither of them were big enough to bloom until this year....I have only one bloom on it but it will be the end to my 6 years of suspense as I don't know which of the 2 colors survived! So far this is all I see....I can't wait to see which one it is!
My viola plant keeps spreading all over the place, I even see them coming up in the lawn! Now if I could just get them to choke out the not-so-Dandelions I'd be all set.
My favorite bloom to see in the spring is my Cherry tree. They are so pretty and delicate. When she drops her blooms it looks like confetti...so pretty. I can see why in China they celebrate a Cherry Blossom Festival. The cherry tree's have a celebration all on their own...so we might as well join in!! Have a wonderful day all!

Planting a Terra Cotta Tree

Get one large pot and 4 smaller ones and a garden staff or a post that will fit into the holes at the bottom of the pot. Set all the pots inside each other in the spot your wanting your terra cotta tree displayed. Insert the garden staff and push into the ground far enough that it feels sturdy. Lift the four smaller pots and fill bottom one with soil.
Take the bottom of the smaller pot out and slant it to the side then set the next one to the opposite side leaning against the garden staff till all the pots are tipped. Then add soil to each pot.
Add whatever plant you like to each pot and watch them overflow with beautiful blooms all summer! Enjoy!!! I have this big one and on the side of my house I have a tiny one on the other side also. They are a fun optical illusion for your guests.

Rumors are flying around that the CCAA is sending out a batch up to November 7th LID's. It's not as good as the rumor that was circulating earlier in the month of referrals up to the 20th, but on the lighter side it is not 2 days worth! Here's to all of you who get to finally see your babies faces this month! I'll be on the look out hanging onto your shirttails and celebrating with you.