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Can't believe it's still raining here... had a serious storm this morning. I'm getting frustrated... still so much garden work to do!

Status posted by Francie Gross Jun 2, 2011

Francie Gross commented on S. Asherah Taylor's group 'Orchids'

Thanks for the info, Tammy... no wonder I couldn't find anything about blue orchids online!

Jun 1, 2011

Francie Gross commented on Janet Mills's group 'Hostas'

Randy, your hostas are just unbelievably spectacular!! Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos!

May 31, 2011

Francie Gross commented on S. Asherah Taylor's group 'Orchids'

Does anyone know the name of that beautiful blue orchid???

May 31, 2011

Francie Gross replied to M. Minnick--The Garden Gallery's discussion 'Funky Containers!' in the group Container Gardens

Is this what I think it is?? As a former nurse, it looks familiar!

May 24, 2011

Francie Gross commented on Garden-Share's group 'Container Gardens'

What a beautiful mix of colors... love it!

May 24, 2011

Francie Gross replied to Janet Long's discussion 'holes in leaves' in the group Hostas

Would gorilla hair have the same effect as pine needles in deterring slugs?

May 23, 2011

Hostas

For those who love hostas of all kinds, especially those who have divisions to trade/share!

Francie Gross joined Janet Mills's group May 23, 2011

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Francie Gross replied to Donna's discussion 'Large Deck Planter Ideas/photos' in the group Container Gardens

Tammy, your rubber plant is fabulous! Mine looks pretty bad - I left it outside this winter because I was down with a broken hip and didn't even think about it. I'm being nice to it now that I'm back on my feet, and it looks happier,…

May 21, 2011

Francie Gross replied to Donna's discussion 'Large Deck Planter Ideas/photos' in the group Container Gardens

The largest planters I use are half wine barrels, but I have lots of them, mostly with vegetables. This year I saw a Gunnera at my local nursery and decided to plant a green shade planter on the front patio. This is my first attempt at this kind of…

May 21, 2011

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Francie Gross joined Garden-Share's group May 15, 2011

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Photos posted by Francie Gross May 13, 2011

Bush/pole bean, cucumber, zucchini seedlings in; parsley & sage from a neighbor, & sage & lavender that survived the winter. A start...

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Francie Gross commented on Francie Gross's photo

Something similar is part of the architecture of all of the houses in this development... maybe the builders were gardeners themselves. I've always used it to full advantage!

Front patio

Jul 16, 2009

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Photos posted by Francie Gross Jun 24, 2009

Ilse Daniel left a comment for Francie Gross

Many thanks for your encouraging remarks! My garden suffered this winter due to lack or rain and my being ill! I'm getting it back into shape now, though! When it looks presentable I'll post new pics!

Jun 22, 2009

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Skill level: Intermediate

List your URL, Twitter or Facebook profiles here.: http://vallejohermitage.blogspot.com

What kind of gardening do you like to do?: Vegetables & herbs in containers, Roses, Orchids, African Violets, Succulents, Bird gardens - especially for Hummers

How much time do you spend a week on average in your garden when weather permits?: 12+ hours

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At 2:22pm on January 29, 2010, Freddy J. Hill said…: Greetings, Francie, from a succulent grower in central Oklahoma. I love visiting Valencia with my wife.

At 7:05pm on June 21, 2009, Ilse Daniel said…: Many thanks for your encouraging remarks! My garden suffered this winter due to lack or rain and my being ill! I'm getting it back into shape now, though! When it looks presentable I'll post new pics!

At 5:40pm on June 21, 2009, Ilse Daniel said…: I love your garden and flowers, Francie! Well done!

At 2:11pm on June 21, 2009, Sherry's Memory Garden said…: Hi, Francie

I had to laugh at your response, same one I would have given if you'd ask me how do I get my African Violets to bloom, lol. They just do! No special forumula.

At 7:49am on June 21, 2009, Sherry's Memory Garden said…: Francie thanks for your wonderful comment after visiting my garden, it is a labor of love, a place of peacefuliness and joy. It's great therapy!

At 7:47am on June 21, 2009, Sherry's Memory Garden said…: What spectular container gardening you have, love all the varieties of plants. Your animal and bird pictures are wonderful, especially love the one with the squirrel sitting on the wall. I love you orchids, they are so beautiful, I have one but it has never bloomed, how do you get it to flower?

At 2:08am on June 8, 2009, Sandi Zone 10 said…: Hey...there is a great Orchid site using the "dogpile" search engine to find the name of that fabulous purple one.

At 2:06am on June 8, 2009, Sandi Zone 10 said…: Hi Francie, I use Miracle grow too and just found out that my Kangaroo plans need the rose kind...I have it so I will try in on my lilies...thank.
Oh the geese....how fun! Noisy are they?

At 6:33pm on June 7, 2009, Nicki Fox said…: Thanks, Francie! The weather where I live is insane. In southeastern Kentucky, we have cold winters and very hot summers. We usually have drought this time of year, but this year we have had a lot of rain and flooding. The rain has helped my garden a lot, though. Love your pics! :)