Saturday, January 9, 2010

Whilst Pruning The Roses

I saw some interesting things; like these buds surviving somehow in the cold.



And more appropriately, these rose hips that somehow escaped dead-heading last summer.





and this tiny fungus. Is it some sort of cup mushroom/pezizaceae?



And these yellow leaves.


And most amazing; this preying mantis egg case. Which I left in place. I'm hoping to see them hatch when the weather warms up here Amongst The Oaks.

4 comments:

  1. I love these closeups. They remind me of how much of this world I miss by not slowing down just to LOOK. Thanks for sharing these pix. C

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  2. Yes, I've even had roses bloom for Christmas! It's amazing how hardy they can be and such a gift in the winter!

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  3. thank you for sharing the technique you use so successfully to make your home the jewel it is. can't wait to have the walk/talk with dh and make "the list". (which has been ambiguous until now!) you are so helpful!!jkj

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