Author Archives: Karin Kiontke

First day of spring

Posted on 2017-03-20 by Karin Kiontke

It is March 20 and the calendar tells us that it is Spring now. However, the garden is still covered with an almost solid blanket of snow. With temperatures below freezing every night and just barely above during the day, the snow … Continue reading →

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No blizzard but thunder and lightning

Posted on 2017-03-14 by Karin Kiontke

The snowstorm “Stella” moved further inland, and instead of one foot of snow, we got several inches of sleet. In the morning, it was accompanied by thunder and lightning. Hopefully, this is how winter is making its final exit. Once … Continue reading →

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Before the storm

Posted on 2017-03-13 by Karin Kiontke

Spring has come early this year. The first quince bud opened three weeks ago, and Iris reticulata, Helleborus and even the first daffodils began to flower. Then, winter came back with a vengeance. It brought bitterly cold nights and days … Continue reading →

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Airlayering

Posted on 2017-02-25 by Karin Kiontke

This following post has been in the making for a few months now. It is finally time to publish it. Remember the pretty tree peonies that bloomed in May? We have three mature plants, which were all in need of some trimming. … Continue reading →

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Early spring

Posted on 2017-02-23 by Karin Kiontke

There is no more snow and spring is here early. We are expecting another day with possible record temperatures. The garden is feeling it. Here are some pictures from this morning: Pretty soon, the quince will be flowering. And we … Continue reading →

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