When the Name Fits

This is a Flowerpot Parasol mushroom, a member of Leucocoprinus genus. It appeared 2 days after the rare summer rain we got from tropical storm Hilary.

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Two on OneTwo on One

Adenium obesum (Desert Rose) showing 2 flower types on the one plant thanks to a grafted stem (can you see the joint?).  This plant is well suited to San Diego summers as it needs little water and likes it hot.  The flowers, leaves, trunks and roots are all interesting. Plants can be lifted and repotted to display the roots.  In winter they are dormant so absolutely no watering and keep them above 40F.

Butchart Gardens, Victoria, CanadaButchart Gardens, Victoria, Canada

Our club president recently had the chance to see the Butchart Gardens and loved it.  British Columbia may be a very different climate to San Diego but seeing a garden vision come to life is motivating for all gardeners.

Set on and in 55 acres of an abandoned quarry it is restorative living art.

The Butchart Gardens – Over 100 Years in Bloom – Victoria, Canada