Yesterday I went to Tractor Supply to buy dog food, and I noticed a shipment of trees off to one side of the parking lot. On closer inspection, I saw that they were young Crepe Myrtles, and wouldn't you know it, they had the "Muskogee" variety that we've been talking about planting beside the driveway. We already have five of them down the property line on the other side of the house, and we've been saying for months now that three more would be perfect. Not only did Tractor Supply have the variety we wanted, but they had exactly three! They were all sizeable, healthy, and an absolute bargain at $19.99.
Of course, they came home with me. How could I resist?
Since today was cool and overcast and that's supposed to continue for the next week, we went ahead and planted them this afternoon. Finding the trees was a lucky break, but so is the perfect weather for transplanting them--in August, no less!
We're enjoying the same weather, what a relief. Sleeping with the window open and a quilt is just wonderful. I'm glad you found your trees. And the right weather to plant them.
ReplyDeleteWe got the same break here in Pittsburgh, the last couple days have been dry (no humidity) and a high in the upper 70s. It just doesn't get any better. Your trees look wonderful and your property looks great too! :^)
ReplyDeleteWe too here have had a lovely break in the weather and refreshing cool temps at night with open windows. Good sleeping!
ReplyDeleteJust think once the myrtles get back and line the drive, how pretty it will look. Ours too is right by the drive.
26 C is perfect. You can do everything you want without being overwhelmed by heat. The bushes look great.
ReplyDelete