tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6730005423823994822024-02-18T21:58:47.484-08:00David LeemanDavid Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-83449093786534957972014-05-27T05:11:00.003-07:002014-05-27T05:11:45.099-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A compressed spring of disappointments and delights. The trials of "the winter of all winters " that divided and conquered garden plants in a hit and miss fashion that has no explanation. A front garden with established boxwood hedges is untouched while the neighbour only a few feet away has burnt offerings?.....</div>
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David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-29985407086636574622013-05-23T18:58:00.001-07:002013-05-23T18:59:32.354-07:00Pride and Joy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Another fantastic show of a clients wisteria. I truly enjoy pruning this beast several times a year. It grows on a hefty 1 inch square steel pipe frame.David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-77281558473737226842013-05-05T14:08:00.002-07:002013-05-05T14:09:11.824-07:00Out with the Old and in with the New<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<br />David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-40125046757377280822013-05-03T15:33:00.000-07:002013-05-05T14:10:00.869-07:00Hanami SeasonIts Hanami Season in High Park and the Sakura blossoms are at peak. On April 1, 1959, Japanese ambassador to Canada, Toru-Hagiwara, presented 200 Japanese Somei-Yoshino Sakurathe on behalf of the citizens of Tokyo a gift to Toronto for their support of Japanese-Canadian refugees after the Second World War.
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The sweetest smelling harbinger of spring.......David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-250109354055521462013-03-22T13:51:00.000-07:002013-03-22T13:51:45.364-07:00Starting to fill in.......Well my time in Barbados and this garden project is drawing to a close....Now into my 15th week and coming home to Toronto next week.
Its been a challenging go of it but rewarding none the less. Several pounds lighter and several shades darker I prepare to hand over the garden to mother nature and the capable hands of a gardener neighbour to look in on things. Here are a few pics of how things are looking these days. Its amazing how quickly plants grow and mature here. And how quickly they can be destroyed by munching pests too!!!
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Its hard to believe that I've been in Barbados now for just over 3 months.....the time has flown by from being continually occupied with building this garden from scratch. Ive had some help but it has mostly been done by yours truly. The dry season is well underway now with several weeks of no rain and searing temperatures. The 200 gallon and 400 gallon rain barrels have now been emptied this week. The rainy season usually doesnt begin until april or may.
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This was me returning from the annual garden and farm show "Agrofest" it was a treasure trove of plant vendors and prices very reasonable. It sort of like the CNE, Royal Winter Fair and Canada Blooms rolled into one.
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This new cultivar of Gloriosa rothchildiana given to me by Anna Leggatt has grown from a humble finger like tuber out of the ground 5 feet and blooming in 2 months!!! This cultivar has a much darker wine coloured flower from the usual yellow or orangy/red. Thanks Anna !!
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The dry garden is really doing remarkably well. Ive only watered sparingly a few times in the evening i will top dress with some more sand and compost mix then gravel on top.....most of the plants here were brought in as cuttings from ontario. But I have found some interesting specimens here in Barbados.
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All of the Cannas had alot of leaf damage
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But after closer inspection the undersides of the leaf (Canna "Tropicana") had pieces folded over???
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Strange silk thread bound down the leaf folds.
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The culprit revealed !!!! some sort of hungry caterpillar ? not sure....
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even more troubling are the microscopic eggs on the leaves...are they from this creature?
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The other annoyance is my Weedus horribulus... what they call here nut grass(Cyperus rotundus) its throughout the garden and in the soil deliveries as I've found out ofter watering the garden and plantings. In the first picture on the post of the canna you can see it in all its glory to the left of the canna. Very robust, and the only solution seems to be roundup at full strength with an eye dropper or small paint brush. The 2 nuts are visible in the picture above. Its near impossible and very time consuming to hand dig without breaking the very fragile tether and then leaving the nut to regrow.
Trials and tribulations......
David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-75233971258916872202013-02-04T10:07:00.001-08:002013-02-04T10:09:37.389-08:00Moving Forward.....One plant at a timeThe beds were defined by the raised roots of the Golden Apple tree (Spondias dulcis) and filled in behind with soil. Ive dumped 7 yards of compost/manure to raise the beds and now added more of a light compost mix to each of the planting holes.During this first stage we have received alot of rain over christmas and new years. This made for a heavy job as inches of mud clung to each shoe adding pounds of weight....not fun...
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In the foreground of the pictures above I placed new soil where the new savannah grass lawn will be planted with individual plugs!!!
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Booty from one of the many plant buying trips at various local nurseries
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Enemy number one !!!
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My secret stealth weapon on the war on slugs...to give some scale hes larger than my clenched fist !!
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The front of the house. Renovations are ongoing inside with a blank slate for the yard except for some backyard fruit trees and the stunning multi-coloured bougainvillea to the right of picture.
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The house Bougainvillea adorning a bottle of 2004 Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame, one of the best Champagnes I've tasted.
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The before picture of the backyard. To the right a large mature Golden Apple tree and left a Mammy Apple.
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8 Yards of compost delivered just before the fencing goes up. An attempt to amend the extremely heavy clay "soil" roughly 2 feet above solid limestone. A challenge.
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The first delivery of very valuable mature palms for free!! via the clients old school friend that had to remove them from a project site being developed.
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Me admiring the second delivery of palms, 10 in all !!!! A true blessing.
David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-2424743220748040042012-12-30T16:06:00.002-08:002012-12-30T16:10:09.669-08:00Barbade I have taken a wonderful assignment for the winter in Barbados to design and build a garden. I also decided to import plants from Canada to Barbados for this project. All necessary permits and inspections were completed after an interesting shop to two nuseries in ontario <a href="www.floraldimensions.com">www.floraldimensions.com</a> and <a href="www.bonsaistore.ca">www.bonsaistore.ca</a> the first specializing in succulents and the other airplants/Tillandsias. Below a few pictures of the succulent nursery, cuttings were made from stock plants alleviating any rootwashing that is mandatory with plant export, over 100 cuttings were made.
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A selection of the Tillandsias I chose, which had just arrived into Canada the day previous from a supplier in Europe.
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The suitcase being opened and plants being potted up. Most of the plants are varieties not available on island after discussing beforehand with a local bajan garden designer.
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The next chapter of the project will follow shortly......
David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-20040519443522375532012-11-16T18:10:00.000-08:002012-11-18T16:38:05.736-08:00Grass Fire<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This Molinia has such a glow even on a dull cloudy november day, a burst of gold.
David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-18014145662322961542012-11-11T14:14:00.001-08:002012-11-11T14:17:34.283-08:00Lifting the Veil<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was given the opportunity to do a garden consult for an out of town church. The day was forecast to be clear, sunny and mild...but being in such close proximity to Lake Ontario it was under a veil of fog from a convergence of warm air aloft and the cooler lake temperature. The mist revealed dozens of bejeweled cobwebs throughout the garden, all at various stages of creation. The garden is flanked by an impressive custom ironwork gothic arbour walkway supporting several types of vines, instilling once again the theme to 2012 being the renovation of gardens that have been left to grow on their own and now needing an edit, redo or reigning back and the installation of plants with "the right plant in the right place" mantra. I hope next year I get the opportunity to practice my skills on this interesting garden.
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David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-16490135859849628692012-11-09T13:56:00.000-08:002012-11-09T14:38:33.636-08:00Warm Thoughts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My thoughts have moved south and a winter garden project in the Caribbean. I Found a wonderful source of Tillandsia's or Air Plants tucked into a residential area of Hamilton. Tropical Expressions <a href="http://www.bonsaistore.ca">www.bonsaistore.ca</a> has a very large greenhouse stuffed with tropical Bonsai, Bromeliads and Tillandsias. The Tillandsias you see in the picture above will be packed up in a suitcase along with other plants for the trip south next month. The Tillandsias will be placed on live trees on the property and some mounted on bark around the patio. The tropical heat and humidity will make them feel right at home.
All the legal paperwork of importing is underway. Fingers Crossed.
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David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-12643049490981996352012-10-16T20:00:00.001-07:002012-10-17T05:15:10.314-07:00The Evolution of a GardenerIve been assisting in developing this garden, the one stumbling block was the aversion to having japanese maples in the garden. A couple years ago I was able to convince the addition of an Acer shirasawanum 'aureum' set in front of a mature yew. The golden foliage glows continuously then burns to a crimson shade in fall....they have been satisfied with this choice. Now to open the door a little wider to more possibilities. There has been a temperamental Dogwood Cornus florida ' Cherokee Chief ' a full grown specimen of 12 feet with spectacular fall colour but over the past few summers it has been afflicted with mildew, leaf drop and fewer flowers. The suggestion was a Japanese maple.....lots of hmmmming and hawwwwing.....On the thanksgiving weekend I dug up the dogwood quite successfully with strange fleshy almost perennial like roots intact, wrapped and driven to my parents home on Lake Simcoe. Fingers crossed lets hope the open space and more sunlight keeps it healthier. In its place I have planted not one but three!! Japanese maples. I see them growing together as a grove each with unique leaf shape and fall colouring, the advantage of buying maples in the fall to pick the best of the lot for colour. The trees were purchased at one of my favourite of nurseries in Ontario, <a href="http://www.whistlinggardens.ca/">Whistling Gardens</a>. A unique treasure trove of trees and shrubs by the masterful Darren Heimbecker.<br />
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Dogwood 'Cherokee Chief' ...(red leaf tree in middle of picture)</div>
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Callicarpa 'Early Amethyst' & Larix decidua 'Pendula'</div>
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This summer I collaborated with the homeowners to create this Japanese inspired garden. Both with a discerning eye and knowing what they want, these traits made it easier for the creation. Im happy with the results and the ongoing additions as interesting specimen plants become available. It will ultimately become multiple layers of texture and tone as the plants age and share the space.<br />
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<b>I was stopped in my bike ride by this eye catching garden in downtown Toronto...a fantastic combination of grasses showcased effectively on this slope.....kudos to the creators.....love the astro-turf !!!!</b><br />
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Magnolia sieboldii 'Michiko Renge'</div>
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This Park was a millenium project in the south east of London, the up and coming Docklands area and site of several Olympic venues. It was a real joy to walk around and discover this gem of a public park.<br />
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Very strong and bold plantings to accentuate the impressive sight lines.<br />
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This is the actual Thames barrier that keeps the tidal flow controlled into London. The structures are very "Frank Gehryesque".<br />
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Large expansive beautifully maintained lawn areas.<br />
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An incredibly tall Beech Hedge Wall running the perimeter of the garden with fantastic plantings.<br />
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Certain areas are left totally wild and uncut a wonderful contrast.<br />
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Some of the plantings in the beech hedge area.<br />
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An overview map of the park.<br />
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<br />David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-7512137729664191082012-06-27T05:01:00.001-07:002012-06-27T05:03:05.852-07:00The Origins of the Rock GardenSummer Solstice at Stonehenge 2012<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKMkyLRTAGIX791xjCsjaFfSrNm94RDmM71TpaZHNVaQ9CxOfatItGMvT5cT797DtBQ097zhYMpS2ePhu7KSz9Ktdjbb6ZY4LyN4ViZFZtAOdxN62ToMBd8gvzzrdkN3OXko2IWAF6uPwp/s640/blogger-image-1845471471.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKMkyLRTAGIX791xjCsjaFfSrNm94RDmM71TpaZHNVaQ9CxOfatItGMvT5cT797DtBQ097zhYMpS2ePhu7KSz9Ktdjbb6ZY4LyN4ViZFZtAOdxN62ToMBd8gvzzrdkN3OXko2IWAF6uPwp/s640/blogger-image-1845471471.jpg" /></a></div>David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-55412196385595635412012-03-10T10:15:00.001-08:002012-03-10T10:15:46.133-08:00Hunte's Heaven<br />
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I was fortunate to have two trips to Barbados during my 2012 working sabbatical in St Lucia. Its a quick 40 minute flight and a change of pace . Barbados has to have some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean and a very keen gardening community. I visited Hunte's Garden, <a href="http://huntesgardensbarbados.com/">www.huntesgardensbarbados.com</a> It was a truly inspirational garden moment not unlike my visits to Powis Castle in Wales or Sissinghurst in England. The sense of intimacy, plant combinations, colours, and the unique layout was captivating. Under 2 acres in size in a large caldron shape from a collapsed cave thousands of years ago. Bajan Anthony Hunte has created an oasis par excellance in a span of only two years! Evidence of his lifetime in the plant nursery industry. A one way staircase leads down gracefully to the bottom of the garden bowl with paths leading off into intimate garden spaces each complimented by a table and chairs to sit, relax and soak up the atmosphere ( including Maria Callas) I have never seen so many plants so tastefully presented and in such health and vigor, Not a patch of bare earth to be seen! After a relaxing break of packed nibbles in a comfy armchair I ascended the staircase to be dazzled by all the plant beauties I missed coming down. Past a huge chaudiere or cauldron filled with tropical waterlilies to the outbuildings of a past sugar plantation now used as Anthony's residence. He welcomes you onto the veranda overlooking the garden below. I had a very tasty rum punch and wonderful conversations with Anthony and other visitors. A return visit is a must ......Well done Anthony!!! .....at the bottom of my pics im posting the address of a video interview of Anthony found online...It will give an enhanced view of the garden.<br />
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Anthony Hunte "Gardener Extraordinaire"</div>
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One of Anthony's Arrangements</div>
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VIDEO OF HUNTE'S GARDEN</div>
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<br />David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-673000542382399482.post-66057994114453410732012-03-06T08:10:00.001-08:002012-03-06T08:10:29.346-08:00MahoganyA mahogany seed pod looking like a model for an intergalactic spacecraft.<div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqZs2JTY4zOZqCZOcdCMUeXDz5Ujqe6XCgaTAGYYD6BG5l8m1SRvm-mL974WBYjgREx4o_IdYzIv9QV-q16hqItGYzcoOOTnsi6slyR0QjUm-kA7s9g0Pbo9-ma0CYRBElfEh7Ri-AjNs6/s640/blogger-image-1811994790.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqZs2JTY4zOZqCZOcdCMUeXDz5Ujqe6XCgaTAGYYD6BG5l8m1SRvm-mL974WBYjgREx4o_IdYzIv9QV-q16hqItGYzcoOOTnsi6slyR0QjUm-kA7s9g0Pbo9-ma0CYRBElfEh7Ri-AjNs6/s640/blogger-image-1811994790.jpg" /></a></div>David Leemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02290151655538791796noreply@blogger.com2