tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post4426430736547728631..comments2024-03-29T01:12:10.224-07:00Comments on The Outlaw Gardener: Visiting Watson's outlawgardenerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-519594397275217572014-11-21T13:41:05.444-08:002014-11-21T13:41:05.444-08:00consider it doneconsider it donerickiihttp://bannersbyricki.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-75568437294272081912014-11-21T04:52:11.260-08:002014-11-21T04:52:11.260-08:00Could use me a bit of Watsons! With unlimited res...Could use me a bit of Watsons! With unlimited resources, I'd buy me a room full of the red poinsettias, a few of those rusty trees, a traditional wreath or two, and a family of those rustic deer from the first photo! Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08740950362293427086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-23102082720625259122014-11-20T20:03:48.764-08:002014-11-20T20:03:48.764-08:00Funny, you were at Watson's the day after I vi...Funny, you were at Watson's the day after I visited. I need to get up to Molbak's soon to get another dose of holiday overload. outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-85674838367041152742014-11-20T20:01:55.235-08:002014-11-20T20:01:55.235-08:00The pleasure of visiting these places is doubled b...The pleasure of visiting these places is doubled by sharing them!<br /><br />I was at Fred Meyer (regional grocery/hardware/little bit of everything chain) earlier this evening and they had some beautiful orchids that had just come in. I was tempted but wasn't sure if they'd like life in the greenhouse (got down to the low 40's during the big cold storm.) outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-75263826838919405422014-11-20T19:55:19.665-08:002014-11-20T19:55:19.665-08:00I really liked them too.I really liked them too.outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-59480856179793323652014-11-20T19:54:21.450-08:002014-11-20T19:54:21.450-08:00We were at Watsons on Sunday, just because I neede...We were at Watsons on Sunday, just because I needed a field trip. I wasn't quite ready for Christmas, but we had fun looking at everything.Linda Reederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07665601809156707572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-19501816750460951152014-11-20T19:53:19.947-08:002014-11-20T19:53:19.947-08:00I know that the plant painting happened before the...I know that the plant painting happened before they got to the nursery as I've seen those at more than one nursery with the same tags. I really don't get it. Someone is also painting succulents, as if they aren't gorgeous enough on their own. <br /><br />A metal tree or two might have to come home with me if they're still there next time I visit. outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-65816949234019505272014-11-20T19:50:00.338-08:002014-11-20T19:50:00.338-08:00I'm glad you enjoy our trips together, Karen! ...I'm glad you enjoy our trips together, Karen! I love seeing what's going on in your part of the world too! The fragrance of citrus blooms is so lovely that I'm actually more interested in that than in fruit production. outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-75392438948535604912014-11-20T19:45:54.958-08:002014-11-20T19:45:54.958-08:00Thanks, Rickii! I must make a point of visiting t...Thanks, Rickii! I must make a point of visiting the big native nursery in Gig Harbor. I would love a milkweed from you. Spring plant exchange?outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-89325683196865088472014-11-20T19:44:12.506-08:002014-11-20T19:44:12.506-08:00Last year, they had jade plants painted metallic ...Last year, they had jade plants painted metallic gold. Not my cup of tea although I have spray painted wreaths before they fall apart and who hasn't painted alium seed heads for a bit of summer drama? outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-42612063680555353542014-11-20T19:40:39.489-08:002014-11-20T19:40:39.489-08:00Aren't they cool? I think that they're rep...Aren't they cool? I think that they're reproductions but they'd look great in my old house!outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-31421563254102966242014-11-20T19:39:41.266-08:002014-11-20T19:39:41.266-08:00I agree. What were the growers of these thinking?...I agree. What were the growers of these thinking? Ah, spring planting. It's getting closer every day!outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-22250890608984592472014-11-20T19:37:34.603-08:002014-11-20T19:37:34.603-08:00Watson's is a place where there's always s...Watson's is a place where there's always something interesting to see! I've heard good things about Meyer Lemon and if it actually produces fruit, that would be lovely!<br /><br />The dogs were as sweet as they look; very friendly and calm.outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-21013096251407670072014-11-20T19:35:17.337-08:002014-11-20T19:35:17.337-08:00Do I recall seeing a similar candelabra in your ga...Do I recall seeing a similar candelabra in your garden? Something about it made me think of you. Unfortunately, the two saintly icons weren't in the sale area. Perhaps I'll call to see if they'll be reducing their price after Christmas. A little rich color and sparkle does wonders in the dreary months!outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-1690299118182450712014-11-20T19:32:06.541-08:002014-11-20T19:32:06.541-08:00Fortunately, bulbs aren't all that particular ...Fortunately, bulbs aren't all that particular about when we plant them here! Loved those doggies and thought they would make a lovely addition to our pack but their mom looked like she liked them a lot! It always makes me happy to see well cared-for, obviously loved, and sweet pets!outlawgardenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08273973572989510382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-75710075158495769742014-11-20T15:54:24.775-08:002014-11-20T15:54:24.775-08:00Another fun vicarious visit. I love that you have ...Another fun vicarious visit. I love that you have these grand places nearby and share them. <br /><br />We went to HD. They still had the plants under last night's wraps and the temperature outside was 55º -- they hadn't bothered to even open the garden department door. I eyed the twenty dollar Norfolk Island pines inside but couldn't decide if I really want one. Their orchids didn't look any happier than the ones I had at home.Jean Campbellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09000315400392984647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-38066808091424660572014-11-20T15:47:45.827-08:002014-11-20T15:47:45.827-08:00I think those rusty metal trees are seriously cool...I think those rusty metal trees are seriously cool, seriously.DevilGardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16885489048657538136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-52086247808975387732014-11-20T14:55:40.881-08:002014-11-20T14:55:40.881-08:00Please point me in the direction of whoever painte...Please point me in the direction of whoever painted those Calluna vulgaris and take a few big steps back while I unleash a verbal hurricane. No, just no. <br /><br />I love those metal trees, though! Seriously love them! The taller of the two old figures reminds me of the White Witch from Narnia.Evan Beanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06732413653862912387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-68011909302630604782014-11-20T12:49:14.398-08:002014-11-20T12:49:14.398-08:00I always enjoy these trips Peter, it's really ...I always enjoy these trips Peter, it's really interesting to see what's going on over there. Those little dogs are so cute. That lemon tree should do really well in your greenhouse.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-9565123939655837812014-11-20T11:50:13.256-08:002014-11-20T11:50:13.256-08:00I actually enjoy a little early Christmas buzz in ...I actually enjoy a little early Christmas buzz in places like this. On Jason's blog, you were saying it's hard to find native milkweed. I got some at a native plant sale and it has since multiplied. I would be happy to share some with you.rickiihttp://bannersbyricki.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-61662268725593513952014-11-20T11:01:35.451-08:002014-11-20T11:01:35.451-08:00They really sold painted plants? I loved the wrea...They really sold painted plants? I loved the wreath mounted on the ceiling.Kris Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07097260283693156795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-48579583960722238302014-11-20T08:54:01.796-08:002014-11-20T08:54:01.796-08:00I love those two old figures, nice patina and grea...I love those two old figures, nice patina and great size. Hard to find something to add holiday drama that's not a tree!LINDA from Each Little Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02380944603357066650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-14535762418106433022014-11-20T08:21:41.867-08:002014-11-20T08:21:41.867-08:00Just say no to painted plants people, good lord! N...Just say no to painted plants people, good lord! NO!<br /><br />Xera had a sale before closing their retail shop for the season so yes, I bought a few things there. No time to plant them before the weather turned though so they'll have to wait until spring.danger gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09227500551609537140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-71957425295642862792014-11-20T08:03:41.577-08:002014-11-20T08:03:41.577-08:00I enjoy your tours of Watsons. The early displays...I enjoy your tours of Watsons. The early displays make sense at the craft store and garden/gift shops. Meyer Lemon is a great plant and should produce lemons in the green garage.<br /><br />The dogs are so sweet.<br />Shirleyhttp://rockoakdeer.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6598416695566325151.post-74069726532734212322014-11-20T07:40:12.819-08:002014-11-20T07:40:12.819-08:00That candelabra is fab and a steal I can imagine a...That candelabra is fab and a steal I can imagine at 40% off! And so are those two saintly icons. When the weather gets dreary at this time of the year I easily understand why people embrace Christmas so early.Mark and Gazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09427245730390252976noreply@blogger.com