Nice bird pics. In the PNW we have a similarly looking bird here looks like the zebra striped winged bird. I think your bird is the Red is called the ‘Red Headed Woodpecker.
Our red head in the PNW is called the red Headed Sap Sucker . They drill holes in the bark of pine trees and drink the sap...
Mine have been bloomin. This plant is old and very tough made it thru ice , wind and sever snow storms.
There is also another Camilla plant Japanese Camellia (Camellia japonica 'Lady Vansittart')
It has many differnt colors on one plant and double petals - triple petals. They bloom a month...
You can blame El Niño for this warmer winter weather . The oceans are warmer as El Niño is the culprit . According to the weather channel. El Niño is a natural weather pattern with warm pacific waters occurring regularly every 2-7 years . Usually develops in spring peaking in winter Nov - Feb...
Thank you digit’S . This year they finally got it right.. the YEAR OF the HORSE.
I looked up the meaning. This is what I found.
The Year of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac signifies energy, freedom, enthusiasm, and forward movement, with people born under this sign seen as independent...
What do you call a dog that can do magic?
A: A Labracadabrador!
Q: What did the Dalmatian say after his meal?
A: That really hit the spot!
Where should you go if your dog is missing?
A: The lost and hound!
Q: Why did the dog go to the bank?
A: To make a de-paws-it!
Q: What do you call a...
Dahlia… There is wintergreen Gaultheria planted by my pond . It’s in a sheltered area next to the home patio area.
It’s a real trooper plant . Tough plant that has survived severe winters as well as super hot summers. Been bloomin right on que for many years. Enjoy !
I never use chemical fertilizer. It always seems to boost plant growth over the top attracting more insects that like to munch and destroy them as well as ground munching critters. I’m not the gardener I am the gate keeper.
Sometimes there’s just to much to consider doing every day . Added in the weather factor and other responsibilities I think you’re doing a great job. ❤️🤗
Yes the wether has been treaturous I can’t say I wasn’t alarmed . It is a mess thruout the property. Wind has taken down all the loose pine needles and several branches littering the roof as well. Lots of clean up on the agenda. There is a huge pond in the pasture that wasn’t there 3 days...