Monthly Archives: November 2019

November now and then

Posted on November 25, 2019 by Denise

My rapturous opinion of November hasn’t changed much over the years (the cooler days, the slanted light, the chance of rain!), but certain patterns in the garden do escape my notice. Perusing past November entries, I find that Berkheya purpurea … Continue reading →

Posted in agaves, woody lilies, Plant Portraits, pots and containers | 5 Comments

the thoroughly modern tilly

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Denise

Mitch has been tagging along with Josh Rosen (the airplantman) to check out some of his custom installation work to get a sense of how Josh’s tillandsia-specific designs work in situ. In this home in the Pacific Palisades, the classic … Continue reading →

Posted in artists, design, inspire me, MB Maher, pots and containers | 5 Comments

sweat it out

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Denise

It’s great to see the garden “sweat” again. Whether glistening from morning dew or transpiration, it’s a sight for sore (dry) eyes. The leaves of the tree aloe ‘Goliath’ were a grimy, sooty mess just a few days ago. Hosespray … Continue reading →

Posted in climate, Occasional Daily Weather Report, science, succulents | 4 Comments