Garden & Gracie

"Here's to Dogs and Digging"

Last week, you met our Jack Russell, Gracie, and learned about Russian Sage. This week, it's all about Gladiolas and Gracie's friend, Jay.

Jay is an 8 month old Goldendoodle. He belongs to our friends, the Park family. Last Thursday, they were feasting in traditional Korean style - which meant they would be seated on the ground with a table about coffee table height. This, obviously, would pose a problem if you have a rambunctious puppy who wants to get your food. So, my lovely daughter had the honor of dogsitting; which meant for 3 hours we had to figure out how to keep our 9 year old Gracie from tearing youthful Jay's sweet face off.

Meet Jay:

Jay, actually sitting still for a moment.

Now, for the first 30 minutes Gracie was peachy keen to have Jay over. She sprinted around the yard like her slender and spry former self. But then, it was this...

I'm pooped. Yes, I'll check you out one more time...sigh

And then the final 2 hours were spent with Jay pining away downstairs, while Gracie was upstairs doing this...

Finally, sleep!

Ah, the dog's life! Happy Monday everyone. Yes, we were supposed to get to Glads, but that face is just too cute not to end on. 

Until next time...

Garden & Gracie

"Here's to Dogs and Digging"

Have you heard of the magazine, Garden and Gun ( http//:www.gardenandgun.com) ? It's a niche publication highlighting the best of the south. A friend, with a popular blog, has "Meow Mondays" and it's a hit. I don't have cats and don't really like them - however, I do have a dog and I love playing in the dirt. (However, I don't like when my dog plays in the dirt.) So why not have a series on this blog featuring my family's lovely Jack Russell, Gracie, and the many plants, flowers and trees in my garden....and all things garden-related.

Here's to smart gardening and cute dogs!

Russian Sage

Russian Sage (Persovskia atriplicifolia) is a wonderful plant to have in your garden for many reasons. First, it's drought tolerant, which means it's hardy. Plant in full sun and if it's in the ground, versus a pot, you most likely will never have to water it....I have never watered mine. Secondly, it's a perennial, which means it will continue to bloom each year from spring into autumn and you don't have to do a thing but get excited when the beautiful purplish-blue blooms emerge annually. Third, it attracts bumblebees, butterflies and other beautiful creatures to your yard. And finally, it's long and slender stalk and silvery green leaves accent other flowers, shrubs and plants in your garden.

Yes, there it is in all its glory. I've had to tie mine to the fence so pedestrians can use the sidewalk. But you see what a nice, flowing effect it has.

Fall is the perfect time to plant. You can easily get a gallon size of this plant for around $15. Place it in the soil, water and let it delight you for years to come. 

And yes, now for Gracie. She delights....sometimes. Most of the time, since I tend to be the one primarily home, she's begging for me to throw the ball. But when she sleeps, she's awfully cute. Enjoy!

Why yes, why not use a pillow when I can?

My favorite toy which really annoys mommy.....ha ha ha ha ha!

Thanks for joining me. Enjoy your day. Hope something in here either inspires you or makes you smile or at least distract you for a moment! Please share with friends....Gracie is NOT MODEST.