Derby Public Library story time to plant seeds of learning for children

 

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.

Nix the Knotweed Saturday at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Make a succulent plant gift for Mother's Day at Ansonia Nature Center

Salvation Army in Ansonia to host community garden season wrap up

 

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby posts BOGO sale

Plant yourself in our front room to take advantage of this incredible sale! Lots of fresh stock added daily! 

Open Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 2:30, 237 Roosevelt Drive in Derby.

This is shared from the organization's Facebook page.

'Turnback Tuesday' features holly plant, a symbol of Christmas

Turnback Tuesday looks at the ever-popular plant: holly. 

Holly is a shrub-like tree that can grow up to 15’ tall. The female plant produces the beautiful red berries that are a favorite of cedar waxwings and robins as well as a great nesting plant for birds in the winter. 

The holly tree was beloved and respected in Celtic mythology, and the Druids regarded it as a symbol of fertility and eternal life. The Romans associated holly with Saturn, the god of agriculture and harvest. 

Today, the holly is a symbol of Christmas. It has taken a respected place in decorating for the holidays.

Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting history each week.

Recuperation journey: Around the yard - Part 32

Not sure what has transplanted itself next to the patio. Any ideas? 

Recuperation journey: Around the yard - Part 20

 Newsflash: Rain revives zinnia. 

Recuperation journey: Friday photos

Stepped outside for a few minutes with my camera this morning. Have a great weekend!

Recuperation journey: Pretty in pink

Bleeding heart plant in my yard. 
Happy spring!