The neighbor’s hydrangea. It was my May Day gift from the LBND.
So many neighbors unknowingly donate flowers to teachers. Walking to school creates all manner of good character and thoughtfulness. For example during the peak of bloom season, Mrs Adams recieved bouquests from me all the time.
It didn’t improve my grades, although I had high hopes. Mrs Adams was well prepared to receive fistfulls of roses. And she had a variety of coffee mugs in her desk drawer. Each mug could hold a number of roses at various heights.
Lilacs came and went to quickly, I barely got a sniff. But now, the roses are about to explode into bloom. For a little while, they will be lovely. Then the Japanese Beetles will move in.
I have a trap to try this year. A trap laced with beetle pheremones. You will get the report as so as I know if it is worth it.
BE PREPARED
When cutting Hydrangeas. Follow a few simple guides.
Spontaneous gift: When you are presented with a bouquet, from the LBND (the Little Boy Next Door) Recut the stem under running water and trim at a 45 degee angle. Remove all greenery that would be under water. For future reference, you can also make your own bobbleheads, which an be considered as special and thoughtful gifts.
Cutting your own bouguet.
Take sharp scissors or pruners out to the garden when you plan to cut Hydrangeas. Also bring a bucket of cool water to plunge your flowers in as soon as they have been cut. Cut stems at a 45 degree angle.
Remove any greenery that will be underwater. Change to water every few days. Your Hydrangeas will last up to 2 weeks.
And remember Never waste a day of May.
