Why the cape honeysuckle as bonsai?

Originally posted on Bonsai & Teacups:
“Genesis” Cape Honeysuckle bonsai specimen The name cape honeysuckle came about because the native region for this shrub is in South Africa by the Cape of Good Hope. This is so misleading to me, as this is not a true honeysuckle. Real honeysuckles belong to the Caprifoliaceae family and are found in the Lonicera genus. The one thing I… Continue reading Why the cape honeysuckle as bonsai?

Caring for a Rosemary Bonsai

Originally posted on Bonsai & Teacups:
Rosemary Bonsai needs just a little more special care. Your garden is part of your own personality and this is why; it is important to have a good herb garden design. Most bonsai lovers prefer Rosemary Bonsai tree in their garden. It is evergreen, semi-woody, grows rapidly and can tolerate short period of drought. Rosemary also has medicinal properties… Continue reading Caring for a Rosemary Bonsai

Spring Bird Count participants deal with unseasonal cold snap

Originally posted on Our Fine Feathered Friends:
The 74th annual Elizabethton Spring Bird Count was held on Saturday, May 6. A total of 43 observers in nine parties took part in the annual survey, which consists Carter County and parts of adjacent Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi and Washington counties. In addition to Elizabethton, the count includes territory in such cities as Elizabethton, Erwin, Kingsport, Bristol and… Continue reading Spring Bird Count participants deal with unseasonal cold snap