May | 2012 | Gardens For Goldens

Snips, Snails and Puppy Dog Tails…

May 30, 2012 by Ogee

That’s what boys are made of! Or so the saying goes. Dogs and dog walkers had company in the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden today. One of our volunteer gardeners, Sue, brought her grandson along to help her tend to her garden bed and fountain. As often happens, a “quick trip” became a few hours. It’s easy enough for grown gardeners to lose track of time out here; imagine what a playground this country garden is for a little boy, masquerading […]

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A Long Weekend in the Garden

May 29, 2012 by Ogee

The long holiday weekend meant being able to devote two days to the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden, working side-by-side with the indefatigable, Maria. Earlier in the week Anthony (the EMT son of one of our volunteer gardeners) cleared the remaining circle bed and Willow garden. He did an amazing job of loosening the packed clay soil and removing all traces of weeds. Inspired, planting and mulching the circle garden became the first priority to ensure that his hard work would […]

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Creatures in the Garden

May 21, 2012 by Ogee

The bunny crossing sign in Maria’s Garden is apt. While I’m not quick enough on the draw to capture them, Jack Rabbits have been spotted daily on the other side of the fence that separates the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden from a rice field. Today, bunny rabbits were spotted in the garden! They were last seen making their way to a thicket of raspberry bushes that remains on our “to-do” list. The Killdeer bird has taken up residence again in […]

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Stopping to Smell the Roses

May 21, 2012 by Ogee

Every once in awhile you have to take a look back to see how far you’ve come – especially when all you see around you is more to do. So here is a little “before and after” of the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden, thanks to our volunteer gardeners.

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Ready for Guests in the Garden

May 20, 2012 by Ogee

I spent a wonderful, if warm, afternoon in the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden. The 2nd Annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser takes place there tomorrow, and everything was being spruced up for the event – including the garden. The paths received a close haircut – even those patches that require the extra effort of the weed whacker. The “to be disposed of” pile had been disposed of, and the beds are looking great. Deb’s Dahlias are just beginning to poke through. She […]

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Finding a Garden Fix

May 17, 2012 by Ogee

Sometimes you just have to get your garden fix in unexpected places. I missed the Homeward Bound gardens last weekend to travel to Las Vegas for a birthday celebration. I saw a whole lot of concrete and neon, but few trees or flowers until I made my way to the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden where my need for green was satisfied. While brilliance abounds, a closer look reveals that this is a display – not a true garden. Each and […]

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Clay Soil Meets Shovel

May 8, 2012 by Ogee

I have been responsible for the death of more than a few plants in the garden. However, this is my first shovel victim. Clay. Enough said.

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Finding a Place for Them

May 8, 2012 by Ogee

At the Homeward Bound Memorial Garden, I am happy to provide whatever help I can to Jody and her garden bed. At approximately 500 square feet – it is a huge undertaking for this dedicated co-founder of a recognized Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary just outside of Sacramento, CA. I am a planner by nature. In the garden, I have been known to stare at an empty site for hours/days/weeks until it becomes clear what belongs there. To me, it is the […]

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Taking Shape

May 7, 2012 by Ogee

The Homeward Bound Memorial Garden, honoring our beloved Golden Retriever (and other!) friends, is fast becoming a garden worthy of the memories planted here. A place that welcomes dogs and dog walkers. Our labor of love… for gardens and Goldens. P.S. Princess found her home today.

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