Signs of spring. A jolt of joy! Blossoms cheer, weary hearts. Ode to Joy, hope and faith. Cheers to you and Happy Spring~
Ode to Joy~
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Ode to Joy~
Tag Archives: plants
Friday Flower
It may be snow white up here in NWT, but for that reason, I think it’s time for a Friday flower.
The photo above, taken a couple of years ago, is of a bunch from one of my lavender pots. Lavender is said to bring luck. In ancient times, it was burned in bonfires to ward off evil or to entice good fortune.
Despite its reputation as an “old lady” flower, I have always loved it for its fragrance and pretty purple flowers. Dried, it can last a long time; I like to keep it in my closet to repel moths, and outside, it repels mosquitoes.
And, as if that’s not enough, lavender scent will help you to sleep, and more deeply, as well.
It’s certainly one of nature’s beautiful presents. Do you grow lavender?
Happy Friday; happy weekend. 🙂
Wild Rose Hips
If you like rose hip jelly …
… a trip to the north might be on your agenda. We truly have a bumper crop. They are quite large – bigger than cultivated blueberries – and plentiful. They pack high levels of vitamins C and D as well as a substance that fights inflammation.
I’m not sure what this means. A longer winter? We had a long one last year, even by the north’s standards. So, if that’s the case …
… maybe we should just leave them to the bears. We humans have enough.
Happy Monday. Have a good week. 🙂
Pretty Faces
Greetings from these bright cheerful faces! Happy Friday, happy weekend. 🙂
Monday Marvellous: Red Rosie
I found this late blooming rose, along with a couple of others, snugged against a new house build on a lot where there had been an older home.
It’s nice that the plants were kept.
Happy Monday, happy week. 🙂
Oregon Grape-Holly
These interesting-looking bushes can be found everywhere throughout the Okanagan Valley.
Known as Oregon Grape-Holly, or just Oregon Grape (mahonia aquafolium), they are not related to either grapes or holly.
Native to North America, they extend along the western coast from Mexico all the way to Alaska. They are a great fit for the Okanagan valley as they are very drought resistant and the leaves will remain green very late into the year.
Oregon Grape-Holly explodes in pretty yellow flowers very early in spring, and is a welcome harbinger.
The purple grape-like berries are edible and can be turned into jelly or wine and the holly-like leaves are often used in wreathes. Birds love the berries.
Greetings from the versatile Grape-Holly of the Okanagan Valley, and happy weekend. 🙂
Today’s Pictures: 16 June 20
Trying to brighten the day for those people isolated indoors during the Covid-19 pandemic. A slight change today. One picture of a walking route and …
Today’s Pictures: 16 June 20
While this first photo is lovely, be sure to see the second photo in this set. Thank you, Stuart. 🙂
May 16’s Friday Flower
Lilacs are such common, and, some may say, old-fashioned, flowers.
I think they’re lovely. And the scent! Heavenly. Especially after a rain.
Happy Friday to you! Here in Canada it’s a long weekend, but we won’t be doing anything much except continuing to relearn our appreciation for the simple things.
May 11’s Monday Marvellous
I hope your week is bright …
… and pink. 🙂
Jolly Green Giant
It’s really white around here still, so I’m throwing down a little colour.
I found this lush and verdant golden pothos growing its way up a palm tree and thought it would make a nice view for today.
Happy Monday, everyone. 🙂
