Cindy Pierce
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Recent Posts
- Revisiting Monarchs
- Photo Viewing Invitation
- Oak Apples (or Oak Galls)
- The Pomegranate – A Beautiful Tree bearing Healthy Treats
- Solar Fountains for Existing Bird Baths
- Economical & Ecological Tips to Aid Nature
- Heat and Drought Tolerant Plants for Summer
- Pet Products that May Make Life Easier
- The Great White Buffalo
Monthly Archives: July 2015
Sweet Alyssum
Every year I plant Sweet Alyssum in multiple locations in my yard, in containers and in hanging baskets. Although I’ve mentioned the use of Dwarf Mexican Petunia as an excellent filler plant for containers, I find Sweet Alyssum to be the ultimate … Continue reading
Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Originally posted and written in 2011 It’s been awhile since I’ve posted about some of my trials and errors when it comes to gardening (and nature in general) so in light of the fact it is not a good day … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Birds, Fish, Humor, Pets, Plants
Tagged angel fish, brown recluse, comedies of gardening, daddy long legs, gardening lessons, habanero, humor in gardening, lizards, mockingbird, mole, nature lover humor, palms, Turk's Cap plant
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The Unique Mockingbird
Originally posted 5/19/2011 I have a bird feeder situated just outside of my kitchen window. It is placed there on purpose to provide me entertainment while washing dishes and preparing meals. As I mentioned in my previous post about blue jays, … Continue reading
Posted in Birds, Interesting Facts/Thoughts
Tagged birds at feeders in winter, brave bird, fruit-eating birds, gray bird, mockingbird, Northern Mockingbird, risky birds, state bird, state bird of Texas
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Purple Coneflower – Echinacea Purpurea
Originally posted 5/24/2011 Although my home landscape has slowly transitioned from a full sun setting to a part shade environment due to the maturity of my trees, I strive to find at least a couple of spots for sun-loving plants. … Continue reading
Dwarf Mexican Petunia – Best “South of the Border” Plant
Original Post Date 5/25/2011 In my opinion, the perfect border plant is Dwarf Mexican Petunia or Ruellia brittoniana. Although originating from Mexico and unlike the “south of the border” pun in my title, Dwarf Mexican Petunia is hardy in the … Continue reading