Texas Drought Gardens 2011
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This is a jewelry tree. Note the horned toad hiding below. -
Texas has the largest grasshoppers ever! -
Old, dead, root art. -
A bird has actually drilled holes in this gourd and built a nest inside! -
This is a dangerous Red Texas Guardpig -
Bowling ball sunflower. -
Ye olde barn wall. -
We also have giant ladybugs here, they don't fly well. -
This gate was already here, just a gate and some trees. So naturally, it had to become a garden! -
Looks like oleander blooms no matter how dry it is!
This is what happens when you haven't had a drop of rain in six months! Everything I've transplanted is drying out, but established plants are doing well -- even blooming! To add color to the gardens, I've added some artwork. Enjoy!
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On January 27,2012 Lynn said:
"Great yard, even if it is a little dry and crunchy. I love the side of your barn/shed. My husband and I thought we would like to retire to Hill Country but I think we would miss the water. Thanks for sharing, Lynn "
On May 20,2011 Sam(Sandy) said:
"Aren't you clever! Nice ideas.... Sandy"