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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Great Smith Backyard Caper 2012

Happy day --- yard stuff happening right outside my window!  The heat and drought of the past few years -- not to mention an only partially-functioning drip system discovered late last summer -- has taken a real toll on our landscaping.  This morning the fix begins.  We lost both of our pretty little birch trees in the back, along with several bushes and a small evergreen.  Pretty dismal looking, and we miss the shade.  Very glad to see the yard guys today!
Time for some changes
Out with the old ...
Maple in waiting




Nurturing the Merlot Redbud



Waiting for more ...

Starting to look better.  Need more foliage, more rock, MORE ....
 

2 comments:

  1. So glad to see the beginnings of new life in your back yard. I was saddened to hear about the loss of the bushes and trees, but am glad to know that you've already started the process of replacing them. Keep sharing pictures as things develop, please. :)

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  2. Thanks, I will! A new clump of privet hedge -- the loosey-goosey version -- was added this morning, along with a hybrid rose bush and some big rock. Film at eleven ...

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