Last year, mammoth sunflower seeds were planted and decided to sprout this year, growing into a whopping 12 ft sunflower affectionately named Big Bertha.

Last year, sunflower seeds were planted with the hope of seeing them sprout and grow. However, the seeds did not sprout until this year, surprising the planter. Despite the delay, the sunflowers grew to an impressive height of 12 feet, earning the affectionate nickname of “Big Bertha.” The delayed growth of the sunflowers resulted in … Read more

Victory with Wildflowers

Wildflowers are gaining popularity as an environmentally-friendly landscaping choice due to their resilience, low maintenance requirements, and ability to support local ecosystems. These native plants provide essential resources for pollinators like bees and butterflies, as well as other wildlife such as birds and small mammals. Unlike traditional lawns that require frequent watering, mowing, and chemical … Read more

Originally intended to pick some flowers, but ended up with so much more than expected

A person had planned to simply cut some flowers, but discovered that there was much more work to be done. Initially, the task seemed simple and straightforward, only involving the trimming of a few flowers. However, upon closer inspection, it became clear that the job was more extensive than initially anticipated. The person likely realized … Read more

This summer, my bougainvillea ‘bonsai’ is truly impressing me.

The author is expressing pride and excitement about their bougainvillea bonsai tree which is thriving during the summer season. They describe it as “showing off” with presumably beautiful blooms or growth. It is clear that the author has put effort into caring for and nurturing the bonsai tree, and is now reaping the rewards in … Read more

I am proud to have grown a 22.5 pound Jarrahdale pumpkin!

The individual is proud to have grown a 22.5 pound Jarrahdale pumpkin. They express their excitement and pride in achieving such a large and impressive result. The Jarrahdale pumpkin is known for its unique blue-green color and round shape, making it a visually striking variety of pumpkin. The individual likely put in a lot of … Read more