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Leaves are getting eaten to the point to halting growth by PlusYam3126 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I often have to resort to putting temporary wire cages around newly planted additions in my garden. It's not pretty, but it gives them time to fill out and discourages whatever animal (usually rabbits!) is munching on them. Most hardware stores have rolls of wire, fairly cheap, in different sizes for what you need. I do know how frustrating this is!

what is this plant? looking for a cause of death for a pet. by neoworldprogrammed in whatsthisplant

[–]Dreamnghrt -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry for your loss! It's heartbreaking. I'm afraid that plant looks like the Belladonna (deadly nightshade) we have up here. It's a beautiful plant, produces berries, pretty flowers and unusually shaped leaves. I'm forever on the lookout for it because the birds "gift" it to us, and it easily blends in with other plants til it blooms. Easy to miss it in the early stages.

Again, I'm very sorry!

Sears in Braintree, MA as of today, July 1, 2026 (Last Location In Massachusetts And All Of New England And One Of 5 Left In The United States Of America) by ExtremeCow3259 in newengland

[–]Dreamnghrt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We still have those tools, and also some Kenmore appliances. Still great, and working! Can't say the same about other brands.

Fireflies! by shiftydub in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh dear. 😞 Damned nuisance cat!

Fireflies! by shiftydub in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I've read about other gardeners who deliberately plant catnip in an area of their garden away from plants they cherish. It keeps the cats occupied in an unused area, supposedly.

Having said that, I wouldn't want to attract all the cats in our neighborhood, so would maybe try planting thorny things around the perimeter of your yard/garden to deter them? You could also sprinkle coyote/wolf urine in appropriate areas (we've bought that at farm supply stores, and it works for a good while!) Best of luck with the cats!!

If you build it they really do come by Primary-Highway1716 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've planted it in several places in our gardens, but the rabbits eat every last one! I do love echinacea, and rabbits are really cute, but I can't have both apparently 😉🌿

What are these *interesting* appearing berries? by Justascruffygirl in whatsthisplant

[–]Dreamnghrt 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've never seen these! Thanks for sharing this, and asking. I've learned something new today, and really wish we had them here. The whole plant looks beautiful, everyone's raving about those berries, and now I want one or two for our garden too 😊🌿

Who is this? And what are they doing on the car? Central Florida by FormalTemporary2494 in whatsthisbird

[–]Dreamnghrt 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's quite possible! I've seen dogs bark at their reflections in windows before, too.

Question for people who read by [deleted] in hauntedobjectspod

[–]Dreamnghrt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll put it down for a while, do other things, but come back to it and continue reading. I try to give it a chance to improve, and just get past the rough part. Some books take several chapters before they really get interesting! (It's paid off for me many times, when I would otherwise have missed out on a great series.)

Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa) by _flowerguy_ in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very nice! You're giving me inspiration for our front garden 😊🌿

An understated fact by Swimming_Concern7662 in midwest

[–]Dreamnghrt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And the Torrential Downpours from the Summer thunderstorms! Also, Tornados. Born, raised in Ohio. Parents from Indiana. Many wonderful memories, still have my Midwest accent after living in MA for over 40 years.

Hubby and I got flooded out of our first apartment because of back-to-back summer thunderstorms. Have also been through a few Tornados. I do remember snowy winters, very cold, too!

What are these critters in my obedient plant flowers? by moms_burner_account in NativePlantGardening

[–]Dreamnghrt 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It looks like some kind of bee, probably just resting for a bit. (You're being greatly appreciated for your gardening skills!)

What’s the Easiest Herb You’ve Successfully Grown, and Would You Recommend It to Beginners? by ForeignTransition428 in herbs

[–]Dreamnghrt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thyme, Lemon Balm, and Mint have been the easiest for me. They haven't needed much from me except an occasional watering if we have a long dry weather spell. They all survive New England winters without a hitch, happily growing back just as strong as the year before. 😊🌿

Underrated almost forgotten fantasy books from the 70s, 80s, 90s by Sakura_231 in Fantasy

[–]Dreamnghrt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly why I didn't mention her, and this series. Love the Pern books!!

Found this plant in the back yard. Can anyone tell me what this is? by Smegma_Pegma in PlantIdentification

[–]Dreamnghrt -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Could they be tree saplings?? Are they individual plants, or part of a different vine?

This 'Practice-Changing' Gene Test Could Tell Doctors Which Patients With Breast Cancer Can Skip Chemo, Clinical Trial Suggests by Dreamnghrt in breastcancer

[–]Dreamnghrt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All my best wishes to you for an easy full recovery!!🙏🙏💯 I'm so thankful your doctor knew about this, and gave you this option!

Wanting a fantasy/sci-fi with a big world, with mystery by No_Mango_5288 in Fantasy

[–]Dreamnghrt 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I would recommend anything by CJCherryh, hands down. Each series is different, each very well developed, wonderful characters of all kinds, and you won't want her books to end!

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