tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post1169534935073924716..comments2024-01-19T10:47:36.411-08:00Comments on Roses and Other Gardening Joys: The Common ColdHolleyGardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-47122783369068732042012-11-15T19:05:03.761-08:002012-11-15T19:05:03.761-08:00Oh, Donna! I shiver if it gets below 70! In the ...Oh, Donna! I shiver if it gets below 70! In the 20's I feel like Frosty the Snowman! :) I think, though, that it depends on what you get used to. If I lived in a cold climate for several years, I might feel just the same as you.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-45264372590513896372012-11-15T19:03:38.437-08:002012-11-15T19:03:38.437-08:00I hate to go out and cover the veggies, but I want...I hate to go out and cover the veggies, but I want them enough to sacrifice a little bit of being cold. But I'm already looking forward to warm weather! HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-74463528956832563602012-11-15T18:36:06.534-08:002012-11-15T18:36:06.534-08:00It is a common occurrence here and I have not even...It is a common occurrence here and I have not even been wearing a coat just a sweater in the 20s, 30s and 40s...but soon it will be coat and boots weather...even the heat wasn't put on until a week ago...Love the cool and even cold weather and love to garden in itDonna@Gardens Eye Viewhttp://gardenseyeview.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-8880574829045860152012-11-14T20:52:24.518-08:002012-11-14T20:52:24.518-08:00I don't like cold either. I do have to go out ...I don't like cold either. I do have to go out to check the fall veggies, and I cover them in the cold. That way we get to enjoy them. I am glad I don't have to dig up the glads. Stay warm.The Sage Butterflyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06252906325012065829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-80394179818393020472012-11-14T06:50:12.461-08:002012-11-14T06:50:12.461-08:00Yes, I hate cold! ;) As for the veggies - well, ...Yes, I hate cold! ;) As for the veggies - well, it's total ignorance. I know very few gardeners around here, and when I ask them about covering the veggies, they say it depends upon the lettuce type, or that they have never planted some of the things in my garden. So, I just decided I would play it safe. I really think the things I have planted would make it with light freezes, but I donHolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-36774386350572961432012-11-14T06:47:37.416-08:002012-11-14T06:47:37.416-08:00I wouldn't even know where to start if I moved...I wouldn't even know where to start if I moved to a cold climate. I'm afraid I would be lost as far as gardening goes, with a short summer and long winter.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-62964187614671748962012-11-14T06:46:26.386-08:002012-11-14T06:46:26.386-08:00That's the problem with things that eat. They...That's the problem with things that eat. They have to be fed, no matter the weather! ;)HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-50271243562620468142012-11-14T06:45:37.910-08:002012-11-14T06:45:37.910-08:00It really makes a difference if the sun is shining...It really makes a difference if the sun is shining. Then I can go out and work, and be comfortable. It's those grey, overcast days that are so hard to deal with. Bulb shopping and planting while the sun is out sounds like a wonderful autumn activity.HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-66373917965023885752012-11-14T06:43:46.611-08:002012-11-14T06:43:46.611-08:00Every summer it seems impossible to live here with...Every summer it seems impossible to live here with our heat, but every winter I am so thankful for the mild winters we have. I guess half the year is going to be miserable almost any place one lives!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-32712557226719265872012-11-14T06:42:35.982-08:002012-11-14T06:42:35.982-08:00Bulb mush - doesn't sound good! At least you ...Bulb mush - doesn't sound good! At least you tried! I think I just don't want another chore to do!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-18471881558732425812012-11-14T06:40:03.858-08:002012-11-14T06:40:03.858-08:00It's really hard to make blanket statements ab...It's really hard to make blanket statements about Texas, since there are so many different areas with such varied weather. I'm glad to hear it's been mild - and glorious - there. One part of the state can get extreme weather, while the other parts can not be affected at all!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-57057614376698438792012-11-14T00:39:56.952-08:002012-11-14T00:39:56.952-08:00Did you mentioned you hate cold?? I wasn't sur...Did you mentioned you hate cold?? I wasn't sure. <br />I totally agree with you about garden plants, I just avoid the tender ones so there won't be any disappointment in spring! <br />The thing I didn't get is why you cover your veggies... Do you grow particular stuff or do you just think they hate cold too? Because things like brassicas aren't afraid of cold and all the chicoriesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-69710585985732831122012-11-13T17:59:54.591-08:002012-11-13T17:59:54.591-08:00We moved to a really cold climate 3 years ago and ...We moved to a really cold climate 3 years ago and I'm amazed at how much work I have to do to prepare my garden for the winter. I keep thinking I need to make it easier but I'm one of those who can't resist those tender bulbs and flowers. Just finished digging up dahlias and gladiolas this past weekend and wondering why the heck I do this. I sure wouldn't mind a taste of your Margueritehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14377516887669269657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-58103215698447733382012-11-13T16:55:40.034-08:002012-11-13T16:55:40.034-08:00I'm not a big fan of the cold either. Since I ...I'm not a big fan of the cold either. Since I have horses I have to go out in all weather, although sometimes I'd rather stay on the warm couch. lolsweetbayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06248743114944736346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-41810358289135635752012-11-13T12:30:48.183-08:002012-11-13T12:30:48.183-08:00I hate the cold too but being outside with enough ...I hate the cold too but being outside with enough clothing to keep me toasty is not so bad. I actually thought my gardening for this year was over, but on Sunday the sun came out and it was almost warm. I had an unexpected day of bulb shopping and planting - couldn't ask for more.b-a-ghttp://experiments-with-plants.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-50272345151727690732012-11-13T11:51:17.635-08:002012-11-13T11:51:17.635-08:00Sounds like you got a good plan. Texas winters sou...Sounds like you got a good plan. Texas winters sound splendid when the rest of us are freezing cold. tinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17415302577518111227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-63052902858555512262012-11-13T11:33:33.607-08:002012-11-13T11:33:33.607-08:00It will definitely freeze here. I tried for the fi...It will definitely freeze here. I tried for the first time to overwinter some calladiums inside, but I only ended up with bulb mush.Jasonhttp://gardeninacity.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-77270531386978408512012-11-13T09:03:08.769-08:002012-11-13T09:03:08.769-08:00Except when you live 90 miles north of Amarillo yo...Except when you live 90 miles north of Amarillo you can have some brutal weather...however..it's been quite mild and glorious. Love those rose hips!Pura Vidahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04423379787232688763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-90883074435152887332012-11-13T06:55:42.304-08:002012-11-13T06:55:42.304-08:00I checked our home weather station - it got down t...I checked our home weather station - it got down to 28 for a while. I don't think it did much damage, though, so it may have only been that cold for a few minutes. What's funny is when it gets cold, I always think "I should have been working when the weather was warm", and when it's hot, I always think "I should have been working when the weather was cool"! ha!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-11769652307631629732012-11-13T06:52:07.648-08:002012-11-13T06:52:07.648-08:00A high of 32? Brrrrr! No, I didn't grow up i...A high of 32? Brrrrr! No, I didn't grow up in Michigan - in fact, I've never even been to Michigan. Just a Texas gal. :)HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-55250065414975303702012-11-13T06:51:16.035-08:002012-11-13T06:51:16.035-08:00I wonder if it will stay cold enough to put my ros...I wonder if it will stay cold enough to put my roses into dormancy. It's always sad to me to see them end their fall blooming, as the fall blooms are usually so spectacular here. If it's going to get cold, I hope it gets cold enough to ward off any chili thrips in this area!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-64033723169431056112012-11-13T03:30:54.241-08:002012-11-13T03:30:54.241-08:00Well, as you say, it was supposed to freeze, but a...Well, as you say, it was supposed to freeze, but as of 5:30 this morning it is still only 35 in Freestone County, so all is well. I`m sure there is a good frost , which will make three so far, but will probably be ok. You may yet be back in your tee shirt. :)stienerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16185632332009295517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-55596342277162483492012-11-12T19:44:23.232-08:002012-11-12T19:44:23.232-08:00Jealous! We've had several freezes here in Wis...Jealous! We've had several freezes here in Wisconsin already. I can't believe I still have things blooming in my garden! But they might be totally dead after today's high of 32! Good thing you don't live in the Midwest anymore (you grew up in Michigan, right?)! Enjoy your "winter" weather. ;-)Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-27444406127778371192012-11-12T18:10:18.708-08:002012-11-12T18:10:18.708-08:00We worked today for our freeze tonight.. We have h...We worked today for our freeze tonight.. We have had several threats --but we actually haven't had a freeze yet. Tonight 'may' be the night... SO--today we trimmed back all of the container roses and they are in the garage ready to go dormant for the winter.... <br /><br />Who knows about the crazy weather??? We still have roses blooming in the yard --and George brought some bloomsBetsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7485248345006754419.post-3589695412002458242012-11-12T17:32:36.465-08:002012-11-12T17:32:36.465-08:00I think you're right - this will be on its way...I think you're right - this will be on its way to you in a day or two. I can hardly believe you had 70 degree weather there today! How unusual - but how wonderful!HolleyGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14892421871044249940noreply@blogger.com