Category Archives: plants

Rugosa Rose

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Katherine

Rugosa Rose is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its wrinkled foliage, fragrant magenta flowers, and large, edible rose hips.

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Rosa rugosa

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Katherine

Rosa rugosa is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its highly textured, wrinkled dark green leaves and fragrant, open-faced white flowers. It often produces decorative rose hips.

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Cornus canadensis, commonly known as the Canadian dwarf cornel or Canadian bunchberry, is a charming flowering plant belonging to the dogwood family, Cornaceae. This species is native to the lush landscapes of eastern Asia and North America, where it thrives … Continue reading →

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Dandelion Clocks

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Katherine

One of my favourite memories.I like to call Dandelion Clocks puffers.You can see why.The gratuitous train whistle and evening light are a bonus. Is this a poem?

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Purple And Yellow Blossoms

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Katherine

I thought the 2025 drought had killed all the flowers in my backyard, but nature showed me again how resilient plants can be. A splash of purple and yellow amidst a sea of green – beautiful.

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Forget-Me-Nots

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Katherine

Beautiful forget-me-nots Forget-Me-Nots are one of the most common and popular flowers to add to a garden. They’re beautiful, smell lovely, and are relatively easy to care for. Perfect for me!

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