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Working Around Weather

Between extraordinary head and humidity, and rain, work days in early August were limited; and focusing mostly on fine-tuning the front areas. (click to enlarge images)

Germander Speedwell-Native
Nimbleweed is filling in bare spots. It’s Native, but aggressive. Native Seeds were planted last year, hoping for more diversity next year.
Fowl Manna Grass & Nimbleweed are now the prevailing species.
River Area – Now
River’s Edge. Native Grasses planted. Deer browsed Buttonbush.
River Oats & Cup Plant Added
Hog Peanut
I.D.’d as False Mermaid – will continue checking identification through the Fall.
Native Success!
Virginia Wild Rye (lower left)
Stout Woodreed (sideways)