Botanical Junkie

Monday, October 15, 2012

Pineapple Sage in Bloom

My Pineapple sage is blooming. I like these plants but it's a shame it only blooms in the fall, it would be nice if it bloomed in the summer too. I love the smell of the leaves though also, they smell like as the name implies, pineapple. Every time I walk by them I wanna rub the leaves with my fingers and smell the sweet pineapple scent.

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Creative Container Gardening

You don't have to spend a lot of money on a container. There are many unique and creative options when gardening in containers. You can use many common household items you may have that would otherwise be discarded, or maybe someone else's trash can be your treasure. Many of these items can also be purchased at yard sales and junk stores, just keep your eyes pealed. The amount of options are endless, just use your imagination and be creative. These are some creative container ideas I found on the internet that I thought were pretty cool.

Muffin Pan planted with baby tears. http://www.countryliving.com/outdoor/decorating/Floral-Displays-0606#slide-1

Old Tool boxes, wooden crates, coffee cans http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/upcycled-succulent-planter-ins-79720

Shoe Planters http://www.shelterness.com/35-indoor-and-outdoor-succulent-garden-ideas/pictures/9433/

Old Wagon Planter http://www.faroutflora.com/2010/03/13/cool-and-creative-containers/

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Garden Quote

In gardens, beauty is a by-product. The main business is sex and death. ~Sam Llewelyn

Mums

Friday, October 12, 2012

Sempervivum & Sedum in a Colander

I went to Goodwill the other day and picked up this colander for $3. I decided I would plant some Sempervivum and Sedum inside of it. It turned out pretty nice if I do say so myself, lol.