Still in the midst of dryness, but i am putting more effort into keeping things green around the casa. With enough tenacity and arm muscle, it is possible to grow in these thirsty days. I was inspired reading about the new finca at
La Mariposa spanish school, where rows of crops are currently being planted and every drop of water is hauled in watering cans!
Trinitaria, known widely as bougainvillea, are a ubiquitous ornamental in Nicaragua. Bursting in various colors and tolerant to our drought season, they are an ideal candidate for a beginner like myself. I planted an assortment of colors, including the purple above, pale pink, fuschia, and white.
I envision bright flowery walls to replace the outdated penitentiary look we have right now...
Another attempt at beautifying is an all-natural shade structure. A simple arbor (here a
ramada, indicating a shelter built of sticks,
ramas) awaits the rampantly vining
granadilla, a large variety of passionfruit.
It seems a a gigantic space to fill, but local gardeners tell me that one plant will easily cover this area.
Granadilla produces gorgeous passionflowers and eventually a tangy tropical fruit. I look forward to a shady outdoor patio where I can escape the scalding sun, sip limonada, and listen to the buzzing cicadas' song.
Granadilla produces gorgeous passionflowers and eventually a tangy tropical fruit. I look forward to a shady outdoor patio where I can escape the scalding sun, sip limonada, and listen to the buzzing cicadas' song.
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Wow! I can not imagine watering our garden with water cans and it is only four raised beds! Your plants look great!
These are trying times for me too. I am also listing all the plants that are drought tolerant in my garden on my next blog posting.
Thank you Laura :) Helen i look forward to your list--where would i be without the voice of experience?!!
I love Bougainvillea but it is not hot enough here to grow it well and I've always failed at growing it indoors. I see what you mean about the penitentiary look wall wise! - I'm sure it will soon be covered with something very colourful.
BTW - thanks very much for visiting my blog and leaving a comment
Granadilla, oh yum, I can't wait to see it all filled out. That sounds like a wonderful sitting spot!
The Bougainvillea should add a lot of color to the area. Once established they don't need much water to be happy. I found they are easily propagated by stem cuttings to get free new plants.
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