Mornings have recently been pretty chilly and during this time, days have been starting off with frosted plants. And icy water tables. Warmer days are around the corner, but for now I’m enjoying the haunting beauty of dormancy. Here’s a few frames of frosted foliage. Photos are from 26 Jan 2022.
Cold Plants
A video of some cold plants.Music: moonkiss | toby schay, quickly | album: overgrowth We’ve recently experienced some cooler temperatures here in Pacific Northwest. With this last round, the plants were hit with some sleet, freezing rain, and snow. Tables froze solid. It seems almost difficult to fathom — but these plants are just fine. Even after having the pleasure to grow them for several years in different climates, … Read More
Winter Pitchers
Another year is upon us, and along with that comes great anticipation for the upcoming growing season. There is a lot to leave in 2020, and also a lot to look forward to in this new year. In the meantime: dormancy. Dormancy is currently in full effect and the plants are deep in their winter slumber. Here are few more frames of dormant Sarracenia to start off 2021. Wishing … Read More
In the December Rain
Fired off a few frames in the rain today. Dormancy is certainly here. Most of the pitchers are going down for the winter — but there’s still a few of them still holding on. (Click images to enlarge.)
Insulation.
Dormancy is well underway here in the Pacific Northwest. That means the yard, once vibrant, is turning into a glorious sea of crispy pitchers. This is so different from what I was used to. Once upon a time, the plants lived under glass for a little bit. (Example: from the archives, circa 2015.) The cold and ice really DO SUCK to work in, but at least the plants get … Read More